The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Load Lifters (Yes) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | TETON Sports |
Name | Asher 55 Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 28 x 18 x 12 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 5 | |
Fabric | 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Top access | |
External Pockets | 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Trekking pole loops | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | Multi-directional external compression straps |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AMP-Flow ventilated back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system | Multi-position torso adjustments | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 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 TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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