The main difference between the Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack and the Osprey Soelden 32 Ski Backpack is that the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion) while the Soelden 32 Ski Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Osprey |
Name | Stir Alpine 40L Backpack | Soelden 32 Ski Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Ski | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 | 21.26 x 12.2 x 11.02 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon | 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox PFC Free DWR | |
Color | Obsidian | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 6, 2021 | May 4, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps with stretch pocket for snack | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt with gear loops | Hipbelt with zipped pocket and gear loop | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading and side zipped access | Back zipped access | |
External Pockets | Top floating pocket | Accessories/goggles stash pocket and zipped avalanche safety kit pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal zippered mesh pockets | Internal buckle for hanging a reservoir, with dual harness sleeve tunnels for the reservoir hose and/or radio cord, side panel sleeves | |
Side Pockets | Internal side sleeves can fit thermos or other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | External gear attachment system for skis, helmet, ice axe and more | Stow-away helmet carry, ice tool carry sleeve and attachment point, ski and sled carry system | |
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 | |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Thule 's Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Osprey 's Soelden 32 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 Soelden 32 Ski Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 21.26 x 12.2 x 11.02 inches. Constructed from 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox PFC Free DWR it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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