Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack vs Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack and the Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack is that the Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack has Compression Straps (External compression straps) while the Radial Bike Commute Backpack does not.

Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack Side View
Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Osprey
Name Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack Radial Bike Commute Backpack
Category Womens Commuter
Sub Category Hiking Everyday
Capacity (L) 9L 34L
Dimensions (in) 18.5 x 10.63 x 7.87 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82
Weight (lb) 1.8 3.3
Fabric 100D x 210D Wave Check High-tenacity Nylon 210D Nylon Dobby
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date January 6, 2017 July 31, 2019
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $200 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Biostretch shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle buckle Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Biostretch hipbelt with pockets Webbing hipbelt
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Top panel zippered slash pocket, expandable stretch mesh harness pocket and side stretch mesh pockets Scratch-free zippered pocket and 2 side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Internal zippered mesh pocket with key clip Document sleeve and internal organization
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment, LidLock bike helmet attachment, adjustable bungee, and blinker light attachment LidLock helmet carry, blinker light attachment
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organization pocket
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AirScape back panel Airspeed back panel
Rain Cover Built-in raincover
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Injection-molded AirScape framesheet
Ventilated Back Mesh-covered die-cut foam for ventilation
Adjustable Length Torso Harness system easily adjusts to fit various torso lengths
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective prints and zipper pulls
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Separate compartment for dirty clothes or shoes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack by Osprey against the Radial Bike Commute Backpack by Osprey .


Osprey 's Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack is a Womens backpack with Hiking features while Osprey 's Radial Bike Commute Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Osprey Tempest 9 Womens Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 9L (liters), weighs 1.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.5 x 10.63 x 7.87. It's made of 100D x 210D Wave Check High-tenacity Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Radial Bike Commute Backpack's capacity is 34L with a size of 20.49 x 13.79 x 11.82 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Dobby it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.