The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has Zippers (Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Gregory Mountain | Kelty |
Name | Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 62L | 90L | |
Dimensions (in) | 28 x 13 x 13 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.7 | 5.8 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | 3 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 6, 2012 | May 10, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | 3D air shoulder harness | Ventilating shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 3D air hipbelt | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | |
Zippers | Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers | ||
Main Compartment Access | U-zip main opening or full body front access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Sunglass quick stow system | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowable sleeping bag straps | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Base / Bottom | Dual layer bottom panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated back panel | |
Rain Cover | Custom fitted rain cover included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal wishbone aluminum frame | Aluminum external frame | |
Ergonomic | Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust | 16-22" adjustable torso length | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack has a capacity of 62L (liters), weighs 4.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 13 x 13. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.
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