The main difference between the Osprey Kyte 36 and the Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack is that the Kyte 36 has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Radial Bike Commute Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Kyte 36 | Radial Bike Commute Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 34L | 34L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25.6 x 13.0 x 11.8 | 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.05 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby | 210D Nylon Dobby | |
Color | Ice Lake Green | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | November 16, 2018 | July 31, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing hipbelt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Fixed top lid with external zippered pocket and under lid zippered mesh pocket | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Reservoir sleeve. Front panel hybrid shove-it pocket, Dual stretch mesh side pockets, Zippered hipbelt pockets | Scratch-free zippered pocket and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered sleeping bag compartment with floating divider | Document sleeve and internal organization | |
Side Pockets | 2 stretch mesh side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Dual tuckaway ice tool attachments, Removable sleeping pad straps, Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment | LidLock helmet carry, blinker light attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organization pocket | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Dual upper reverse StraightJacket side compression straps, Dual lower side compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Mesh-covered ridged foam allows maximum ventilation while keeping the load close to the body | Airspeed back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated removable raincover | Built-in raincover | |
Ventilated Back | Mesh-covered die-cut foam for ventilation | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective prints and zipper pulls | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Separate compartment for dirty clothes or shoes |
Osprey's Kyte 36 is a Womens backpack with Hiking features while Osprey 's Radial Bike Commute Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The Osprey Kyte 36 has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 3.05 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 25.6 x 13.0 x 11.8. It's made of 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby and is available in Ice Lake Green in comparison the Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack's capacity is 34L with a size of 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Dobby it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.