Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack vs Kelty Asher 55 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack has Zippers (YKK zippers) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.

Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack - Front View
Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack Asher 55 Backpack
Category Laptop Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Hiking
Capacity (L) 29L 55L
Dimensions (in) 10.5 x 7 x 19.5 28 x 18 x 12
Weight (lb) 2.09 2.7
Fabric 500D Polyester 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester
Color Burnt Olive 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Webbing waist belt Padded hip belt
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading access
External Pockets 5 external pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side zippered pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vegan leather lash points Trekking pole loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Soft-touch padded; 15" laptop
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration bladder compatible

You're currently comparing the Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack by Kelty against the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2.09 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.5 x 7 x 19.5. It's made of 500D Polyester and is available in Burnt Olive in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.