The main difference between the Outdoor Products Tadpole Hydration Pack and the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is that the Tadpole Hydration Pack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Outdoor Products | CamelBak |
Name | Tadpole Hydration Pack | Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 3.5L | 16.5L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.5 x 7.5 x 2.1 | 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.79 | 1.14 | |
Fabric | Polyester | 70-denier ripstop nylon | |
Color | Violet Tulip | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | September 20, 2018 | November 2, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.5 | 3.9 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable mesh shoulder strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zip access | Flap with buckle and drawstring closures | |
External Pockets | 2 external pockets | 3 exterior pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Zippered pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 Side Stretch Pocket | ||
Handles | Top carry handle | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 15" laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression straps | Cargo compression |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Available | CRUX™ Reservoir |
Outdoor Products 's Tadpole Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The Outdoor Products Tadpole Hydration Pack has a capacity of 3.5L (liters), weighs 0.79 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.5 x 7.5 x 2.1. It's made of Polyester and is available in Violet Tulip in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack's capacity is 16.5L with a size of 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 inches. Constructed from 70-denier ripstop nylon it weighs 1.14 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.
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