The main difference between the Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded spacermesh hipwings with webbing ErgoPull waist strap) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Thule |
Name | Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack | Vital Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 5L | 6L | |
Dimensions (in) | 15.7 x 10.4 x 6.7 | 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.3 | 1.2 | |
Fabric | 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb | Nylon | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | December 28, 2018 | January 16, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Bike-specific shaped shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded spacermesh hipwings with webbing ErgoPull waist strap | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Dedicated hydration compartment, front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free zippered slash pocket | Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 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 carry, loop for blinky light attachment | Light loop attachment | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Zippered tool organization pocket | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AirSpeed backpanel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated removable high-visibility raincover | ||
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back panel | ||
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 | Women's-specific fit and sizing | Retrakt magnetic hose return system |
Osprey 's Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Osprey Sylva 5 Womens Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 5L (liters), weighs 1.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.7 x 10.4 x 6.7. It's made of 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb 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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