Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack vs Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack

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.

Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack Front View
Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Radial Bike Commute Backpack by Osprey against the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack by Osprey .


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.