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.
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 |
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.
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