The main difference between the Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Radial Bike Commute Backpack has Internal Compartments (Document sleeve and internal organization) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Radial Bike Commute Backpack | Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 34L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82 | 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 1.9 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Dobby | 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | July 31, 2019 | December 28, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing hipbelt | Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Scratch-free zippered pocket and 2 side zipped pockets | Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Document sleeve and internal organization | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | LidLock helmet carry, blinker light attachment | LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organization pocket | Zippered tool organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Airspeed back panel | AirSpeed backpanel |
Rain Cover | Built-in raincover | Integrated removable high-visibility raincover | |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Ventilated Back | Mesh-covered die-cut foam for ventilation | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective prints and zipper pulls | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Separate compartment for dirty clothes or shoes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Radial Bike Commute Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82. It's made of 210D Nylon Dobby and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.