The main difference between the Osprey Kestrel 68 Men's Backpacking Backpack and the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack is that the Kestrel 68 Men's Backpacking Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Transporter Roll Top Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Kestrel 68 Men's Backpacking Backpack | Transporter Roll Top Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Mens | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 68L | 25L | |
Dimensions (in) | 30.7H x 14.6 x 14.6 | 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 2.1 | |
Fabric | 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby | 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated | |
Color | Black | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 16, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | $250 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Soft edgeless padded mesh shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hipbelt | Removable 25 mm web hipbelt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Weather resistant material | ||
Main Compartment Access | Large front panel dual U-zip access | Roll top opening with webbing and aluminium buckle closure | |
External Pockets | Front panel hybrid shove-it pocket, Zippered sleeping bag compartment with floating divider, zippered hipbelt pockets, and 2 side pockets | 2 zipped side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Magazine/document sleeve and internal organization | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other gears | Side pockets can hold water bottle and umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains, ice tool and trekking pole attachments | Loop for blinky light attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable AirScape ridged foam backpanel | AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated removable raincover | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5 mm LightWire peripheral frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Adjustable torso length | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Floating top lid with external zippered pocket and under lid zippered mesh pocket | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Kestrel 68 Men's Backpacking Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Mens features while Osprey 's Transporter Roll Top Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The Osprey Kestrel 68 Men's Backpacking Backpack has a capacity of 68L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 30.7H x 14.6 x 14.6. It's made of 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby and is available in Black in comparison the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.
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