Kelty Slate 30 Backpack vs Kelty Redwing 50 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the Kelty Redwing 50 Backpack is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Redwing 50 Backpack does not.

Kelty Slate 30 Backpack - Front View
Kelty Redwing 50 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Slate 30 Backpack Redwing 50 Backpack
Category Laptop Hiking
Sub Category Everyday Travel
Capacity (L) 30L 50L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 10 27 x 18 x 10
Weight (lb) 1.63 3.4
Fabric 600D Polyester Oxford Poly 420D Small Back Stafford
Color Midnight Navy 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date September 30, 2019 December 27, 2019
Rating 4.2 4.7
Price Under $60 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded airmesh shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist belt with pockets
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Hybrid U-zipper entry for top or panel loading
External Pockets 5 external pockets Multiple exterior pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side and wing pockets can fit water bottle or
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key fob, bike light loop Front bungee straps, gear loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh back panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Internal / External Frame Advanced perimeter frame for superb stability
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes

You're currently comparing the Slate 30 Backpack by Kelty against the Redwing 50 Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Kelty 's Redwing 50 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The Kelty Slate 30 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.63 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 10. It's made of 600D Polyester Oxford and is available in Midnight Navy in comparison the Kelty Redwing 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 27 x 18 x 10 inches. Constructed from Poly 420D Small Back Stafford it weighs 3.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.