The main difference between the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack and the Osprey Soelden 32 Ski Backpack is that the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack has Back Panel (Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel) while the Soelden 32 Ski Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Osprey |
Name | Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack | Soelden 32 Ski Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Sports | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 8L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 | 21.26 x 12.2 x 11.02 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.2 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | 900x600D Polyester | 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox PFC Free DWR | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | December 5, 2018 | May 4, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hipbelt with zipped pocket and gear loop | ||
Main Compartment Access | Full front zipped access | Back zipped access | |
External Pockets | Top zipped pocket | Accessories/goggles stash pocket and zipped avalanche safety kit pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal scratch-free slash pocket | Internal buckle for hanging a reservoir, with dual harness sleeve tunnels for the reservoir hose and/or radio cord, side panel sleeves | |
Side Pockets | Internal side sleeves can fit thermos or other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | LidLock helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment | Stow-away helmet carry, ice tool carry sleeve and attachment point, ski and sled carry system | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accent | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Osprey 's Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Soelden 32 Ski Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features.
The Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 8L (liters), weighs 1.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9. It's made of 900x600D Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Soelden 32 Ski Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 21.26 x 12.2 x 11.02 inches. Constructed from 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox PFC Free DWR it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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