The main difference between the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Thule |
Name | Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack | Vital Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 8L | 6L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 | 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.2 | 1.2 | |
Fabric | 900x600D Polyester | Nylon | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | December 5, 2018 | January 16, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | Sternum strap | |
Main Compartment Access | Full front zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Top zipped pocket | Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal scratch-free slash pocket | Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks | ||
Water Bottle | No | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | LidLock helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment | Light loop attachment | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back panel | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective accent | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak | Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | YEs | |
Other Features | Other Features | Retrakt magnetic hose return system |
Osprey 's Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor 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 Thule Vital Hydration Pack's capacity is 6L with a size of 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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