The main difference between the Amazon Basics 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent exterior coating) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Amazon Basics | Kelty |
Name | 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Asher 55 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 75L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 8 x 29 | 28 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.1 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | Durable Polyester | 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester | |
Color | Black, Green | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Amazon Basics Limited One-Year Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 22, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable and thick padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest straps | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | Padded hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent exterior coating | ||
Main Compartment Access | Drawstring access with top floating lid | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zipped pockets and 4 side pockets | 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Extensive storage pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other items | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains in the front panel and D-rings | Trekking pole loops | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External multi-directional compression straps | External compression straps |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad | AMP-Flow ventilated back panel |
Rain Cover | Water-resistant rainfly | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | Fully adjustable fit around the torso | FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes |
Amazon Basics 's 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Amazon Basics 75L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 75L (liters), weighs 5.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 8 x 29. It's made of Durable Polyester and is available in Black, Green in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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