The main difference between the Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack and the Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack is that the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion) while the Kamber 42 Ski Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Osprey |
Name | Stir Alpine 40L Backpack | Kamber 42 Ski Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Ski | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 42L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 | 27 x 12 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | 4.1 | |
Fabric | Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon | 420HD Nylon Packcloth | |
Color | Obsidian | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 6, 2021 | July 7, 2016 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps with stretch pocket for snack | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with emergency whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt with gear loops | Webbing hip belt with pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion | ||
Zippers | Glove friendly zipper pulls and buckles | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading and side zipped access | Top load and back zipped access | |
External Pockets | Top floating pocket | Zippered top pocket, goggle pocket, avalanche safety kit pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal zippered mesh pockets | Internal wet/dry compartment and hydration sleeve | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | External gear attachment system for skis, helmet, ice axe and more | Under-lid rope-carry system, tuckaway ice tool loops, integrated ski/helmet storage | |
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Internal organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Removable lid, frame sheet, hip belt padding and sternum strap | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable back panel | Compression molded backpanel with snow-shedding properties |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L hydration reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Thule 's Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Osprey 's Kamber 42 Ski Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features.
The Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 . It's made of Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon and is available in Obsidian in comparison the Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of 27 x 12 x 12 inches. Constructed from 420HD Nylon Packcloth it weighs 4.1 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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