Kelty Outskirt 50 Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Outskirt 50 Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Outskirt 50 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

Kelty Outskirt 50 Backpack - Front View
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Outskirt 50 Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 50L 90L
Dimensions (in) 10 x 17.5 x 27 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 5.8
Fabric Polyester 600D Oxford
Color Lyons Blue/Beluga Black
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Airmesh shoulder straps Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Airmesh hip belt HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Top loading access
External Pockets 4 external pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Airmesh back panel Ventilated back panel
Internal / External Frame Advanced perimeter frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Outskirt 50 Backpack by Kelty against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Outskirt 50 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Kelty Outskirt 50 Backpack has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10 x 17.5 x 27. It's made of Polyester 600D Oxford and is available in Lyons Blue/Beluga in comparison the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.