Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Trekking Pole Holders (Yes) while the Hiker 3700 Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty TETON Sports
Name Asher 55 Backpack Hiker 3700 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 55L 60L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 33 x 15.5 x 12.5
Weight (lb) 2.7 4.0
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU
Color 3 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing Contoured shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt Thick padded waist belt
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket 2 zipped front pockets, sleeping bag compartment, and 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops Gear ties
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel Padded lumbar support
Rain Cover Integrated rain cover
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system Sliding tension torso adjustment
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the Hiker 3700 Backpack by TETON Sports .


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Hiker 3700 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Hiker 3700 Backpack's capacity is 60L with a size of 33 x 15.5 x 12.5 inches. Constructed from 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU it weighs 4.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.