Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack vs Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack

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.

Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack Front View
Osprey Kamber 42 Ski Backpack F View
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

You're currently comparing the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack by Thule against the Kamber 42 Ski Backpack by Osprey .


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.