The main difference between the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 and the UltrAspire Alpha 4.0 Vest is that the Race Vesta 5.0 has Sternum / Chest Straps (Hook and loop sternum adjustability) while the Alpha 4.0 Vest does not.
Specs | Brand | Ultimate Direction | UltrAspire |
Name | Race Vesta 5.0 | Alpha 4.0 Vest | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Running | Running | |
Capacity (L) | 8.1L | 6L | |
Dimensions (in) | 15.25 x 11 | 31-36 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7 | 0.6 | |
Fabric | Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop | Double layered 30D Fabric | |
Color | Cloud | Emerald Blue Lime | |
Warranty | Ultimate Direction 1 Year Warranty | UltrAspire Warranty/Return Policy | |
Release Date | July 19, 2019 | July 5, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Shoulder strap shaping | Angled and curved shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Hook and loop sternum adjustability | ||
Zippers | Large zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front stretch mesh pocket, hydration pocket and bottle pockets | Rapid access pockets, passage pocket and drawstring pocket | |
Side Pockets | Yes | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Bungee straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Ergonomic | ErgoFit | |
Ventilated Back | Ultracool system | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 2L hydration bladder | Holds 2L reservoir |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Ultimate Direction 's Race Vesta 5.0 is a Sports backpack with Running features while UltrAspire 's Alpha 4.0 Vest 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 UltrAspire Alpha 4.0 Vest's capacity is 6L with a size of 31-36 inches. Constructed from Double layered 30D Fabric it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in Emerald Blue Lime.
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