Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack vs USWE Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack and the USWE Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack is that the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack does not.

Osprey Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack Front View
USWE Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey USWE
Name Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack
Category Hydration Hydration
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 8L 9L
Dimensions (in) 18.5 x 8.5 x 6.9 17.7 x 7.4 x 5.5
Weight (lb) 1.2 1.3
Fabric 900x600D Polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns Black/Grey
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty USWE 2 Years Warranty
Release Date December 5, 2018 May 9, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps High-vent mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve Chest straps with stretch support
Main Compartment Access Full front zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Top zipped pocket 2 zipped front pockets
Internal Compartments Internal scratch-free slash pocket Interior open pockets for hydration bladder and other accessories
Water Bottle No No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments LidLock helmet attachment, ;oop for blinky light attachment Helmet carry
Headset Opening Earphone hole
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Mesh-covered extra deep ridged foam with center air channel Lightweight mesh back panel
Ergonomic Ergonomic form-fit
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accent Reflective accents
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L reservoir by Hydrapak 3L Eliteª hydration bladder with Plug-n-Play coupling
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features 100% bounce free

You're currently comparing the Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack by Osprey against the Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack by USWE .


Osprey 's Siskin 8 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while USWE 's Airborne 9 Race Edition 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 USWE Airborne 9 Race Edition Hydration Pack's capacity is 9L with a size of 17.7 x 7.4 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.3 pounds and is available in Black/Grey.