Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 vs Nathan VaporAir Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 and the Nathan VaporAir Hydration Pack is that the Race Vesta 5.0 has Side Pockets (Yes) while the VaporAir Hydration Pack does not.

Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 Front View
Nathan VaporAir Hydration Pack Back View
Specs Brand Ultimate Direction Nathan
Name Race Vesta 5.0 VaporAir Hydration Pack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Running Running
Capacity (L) 8.1L 5L
Dimensions (in) 15.25 x 11
Weight (lb) 0.7 0.9
Fabric Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop Nylon/Polyester
Color Cloud Black/Yellow
Warranty Ultimate Direction 1 Year Warranty
Release Date July 19, 2019 November 17, 2009
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $125 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Shoulder strap shaping Over-the-shoulder load lifters
Sternum / Chest Straps Hook and loop sternum adjustability Adjustable chest straps
Main Compartment Access Top access Side zipped access
External Pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, hydration pocket and bottle pockets 9 exterior pockets
Side Pockets Yes
Water Bottle Yes
Loops and Attachments Bungee straps Elastic perimeter banding, rear external shockcord
Hiking / Backpacking Features Reflective Safety Strips Reflective details
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 2L hydration bladder Includes 2L bladder with quick-release valve
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Race Vesta 5.0 by Ultimate Direction against the VaporAir Hydration Pack by Nathan .


Ultimate Direction 's Race Vesta 5.0 is a Sports backpack with Running features while Nathan 's VaporAir Hydration Pack is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 has a capacity of 8.1L (liters), weighs 0.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15.25 x 11 . It's made of Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop and is available in Cloud in comparison the Nathan VaporAir Hydration Pack's capacity is 5L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon/Polyester it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in Black/Yellow.