Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack vs Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack and the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack is that the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt ) while the Road Runner Hydration Pack does not.

Osprey Manta 24 Hydration Backpack Front View
Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Water Buffalo
Name Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack Road Runner Hydration Pack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 24L 5L
Dimensions (in) 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8 9 x 15 x 2
Weight (lb) 2.9 0.4
Fabric 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby Ripstop Nylon
Color Black, Green 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Water Buffalo Keep Cool Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 28, 2018 August 8, 2018
Rating 4.8 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $25
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded and ventilated strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic closure and bite valve attachment Chest strap with safety whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt
Zippers Durable SBS zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 front pockets, 2 side pockets and 2 hip belt pockets Front velcro pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole attachment, ice tool loop with bungee tie off Bungee cord strap and dual tube clips
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Organizer Pocket Front pocket with internal organization
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Highly ventilated, 3D-tensioned open mesh AirSpeed backpanel
Rain Cover Integrated raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Ventilated Back Ventilated back
Adjustable Length Torso Adjustable harness system
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent Reflective accents
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L LT reservoir Holds 2L BPA-free water bladder (included)
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Road Runner Hydration Pack by Water Buffalo .


Osprey 's Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Water Buffalo 's Road Runner Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The Osprey Manta 24 Mens Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.0 x 14.2 x 11.8. It's made of 210D x 630D Nylon Dobby and is available in Black, Green in comparison the Water Buffalo Road Runner Hydration Pack's capacity is 5L with a size of 9 x 15 x 2 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Nylon it weighs 0.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.