The main difference between the TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is that the Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof material) while the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TOPSKY Sports | Columbia |
Name | Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.4 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | Cyan, Green, Orange | 2 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TOPSKY Sports Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | October 19, 2015 | ||
Rating | 4.3 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Deep and dense padded shoulder straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | Hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Waterproof material | ||
Zippers | SBS zipper | YKK water resistant zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Drawstring access with top floating lid | Rolltop access | |
External Pockets | 1 bottom pocket, 2 hip belt pockets, and 2 side pockets | 6 external pockets and 2 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Main compartment have dividers and hydration bladder compartment with external access | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | D-shape hook, daisy chains, bottom loops, soft latching loops, and water pipe | Gear loops | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Expandable | The top can expand the pack and increase the capacity by 10 liters | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | |
Rain Cover | Yes | Integrated pack rain fly | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | Yes | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective strip design | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes or sleeping bag | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
TOPSKY Sports 's Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 70L (liters), weighs 4.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Cyan, Green, Orange in comparison the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 14 x 8.5 x 23 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.
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