The main difference between the Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack and the ALPS OutdoorZ Trail Blazer Backpack is that the 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack has Main Compartment Access (Normal top two way zip access) while the Trail Blazer Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Targus | ALPS OutdoorZ |
Name | 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack | Trail Blazer Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Hunting | |
Sub Category | Work | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | 41L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.75 x 6.00 x 17.75 | 19 x 11.5 x 6.25 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.08 | 3 | |
Fabric | Made from the recycled plastic of 20 water bottles | Realtree Edge Fabric | |
Color | Black | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty | ALPS OutdoorZ Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 1, 2012 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ventilated shoulder straps | Adjustable padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Hard looped zipper pulls | Normal zipped access | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | ||
External Pockets | 3 external pockets | 1 zipped font pocket, 2 side pockets, and expandable gun/bow pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Integrated yoke handle 21 L capacity | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Bartacked webbing, front lashing system, hydration port | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Blaze orange rain cover | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal PE frame sheet | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Targus 's 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while ALPS OutdoorZ 's Trail Blazer Backpack is a Hunting backpack with Outdoor features.
The Targus 15-16" Zero Waste EcoSmart® Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 1.08 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.75 x 6.00 x 17.75. It's made of Made from the recycled plastic of 20 water bottles and is available in Black in comparison the ALPS OutdoorZ Trail Blazer Backpack's capacity is 41L with a size of 19 x 11.5 x 6.25 inches. Constructed from Realtree Edge Fabric it weighs 3 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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