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