The main difference between the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the Upslope 20L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Thule |
Name | Upslope 20L Backpack | Vital Hydration Pack | |
Category | Sports | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Ski | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 6L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 11 x 21.3 | 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | 1.2 | |
Fabric | 420D Nylon | Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | November 27, 2020 | January 16, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top and side zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Zipped side pocket | Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal hydration sleeve | Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves | Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks | |
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop | Light loop attachment | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back panel | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | YEs | |
Other Features | Other Features | Retrakt magnetic hose return system |
Thule 's Upslope 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Thule Upslope 20L Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 11 x 21.3. It's made of 420D Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Thule Vital Hydration Pack's capacity is 6L with a size of 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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