The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | Kelty |
Name | Slate 30 Backpack | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 90L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12 x 10 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.63 | 5.8 | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Oxford | ||
Color | Midnight Navy | Black | |
Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | September 30, 2019 | May 10, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.2 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $60 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded airmesh shoulder straps | Ventilating shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key fob, bike light loop | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airmesh back panel | Ventilated back panel |
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum external frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 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.
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