Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Alamere 24 Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
Specs Brand Kelty The North Face
Name Asher 55 Backpack Alamere 24 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 55L 18L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12
Weight (lb) 2.7 1lb 7oz
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester Nylon
Color 3 colors and patterns Vintage White/Horizon Red
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place.
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt Adjustable waist strap
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 Front zipper pockets for other essentials,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel Padded
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 Alamere 24 Backpack by The North Face.


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Alamere 24 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 The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.