Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs Kelty Slate 30 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt) while the Slate 30 Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Kelty Slate 30 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Asher 55 Backpack Slate 30 Backpack
Category Backpacking Laptop
Sub Category Hiking Everyday
Capacity (L) 55L 30L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 19 x 12 x 10
Weight (lb) 2.7 1.63
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester 600D Polyester Oxford
Color 3 colors and patterns Midnight Navy
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 30, 2019
Rating 4.7 4.2
Price Under $150 Under $60
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing Padded airmesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket 5 external pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops Key fob, bike light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel Padded airmesh back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the Slate 30 Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Kelty Slate 30 Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19 x 12 x 10 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Oxford it weighs 1.63 pounds and is available in Midnight Navy.