Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack

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.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack Front View
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

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports .


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 .