The main difference between the Thule Vital Hydration Pack and the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is that the Vital Hydration Pack has Internal Compartments (Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials) while the Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Thule | Osprey |
Name | Vital Hydration Pack | Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 6L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 | 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.2 | 1.9 | |
Fabric | Nylon | 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Thule Guarantee | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 16, 2018 | December 28, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | Bike-specific wing shaped shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap with magnetic valve | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Airmesh wrap hipbelt with pockets | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets | Front stretch mesh pocket, scratch-free top slash pocket, and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Light loop attachment | LidLock helmet carry, light loop attachment | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Organizer Pocket | Zippered tool organization pocket | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AirSpeed backpanel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated removable high-visibility raincover | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Ventilated Back | Ventilated back panel | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir | Includes Osprey Hydraulics® LT 2.5L reservoir |
Hydration Compatible | YEs | Yes | |
Other Features | Other Features | Retrakt magnetic hose return system |
Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Osprey 's Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Thule Vital Hydration Pack has a capacity of 6L (liters), weighs 1.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 . It's made of Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Osprey Syncro 20 Hydration Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 18.9 x 10.4 x 10.6 inches. Constructed from 100D Nylon Mini Honey Comb it weighs 1.9 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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