Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Back Panel (AMP-Flow ventilated back panel) while the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Specs Brand Kelty Gregory Mountain
Name Asher 55 Backpack Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 55L 62L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 28 x 13 x 13
Weight (lb) 2.7 4.7
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester 100% Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 6, 2012
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing 3D air shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt 3D air hipbelt
Zippers Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access U-zip main opening or full body front access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops Sunglass quick stow system
Travel Features Compression Straps External 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 AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Custom fitted rain cover included
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame Internal wishbone aluminum frame
Ergonomic Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain.


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The Kelty Asher 55 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 18 x 12. It's made of 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack's capacity is 62L with a size of 28 x 13 x 13 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 4.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.