Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Back Panel (Ventilated back panel ) while the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Gregory Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Specs Brand Kelty Gregory Mountain
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 90L 62L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 28 x 13 x 13
Weight (lb) 5.8 4.7
Fabric 100% Nylon
Color Black 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013 September 6, 2012
Rating 4.9 4.8
Price Under $225 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps 3D air shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt 3D air hipbelt
Zippers Comfort grip custom molded loop zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Top loading access U-zip main opening or full body front access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets 9 external pockets including weather shield hip belt pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can hold water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points Sunglass quick stow system
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable sleeping bag straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Base / Bottom Dual layer bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel
Rain Cover Custom fitted rain cover included
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame Internal wishbone aluminum frame
Ergonomic Matrix ventilated back panel with layered, multi-density foam
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length Response A3 suspension with auto angle adjust
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty against the Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack by Gregory Mountain.


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Gregory Mountain's Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has a capacity of 90L (liters), weighs 5.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 31 x 23 x 16. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Gregory Mountain Mountain Baltoro 65 Backpack's capacity is 62L with a size of 28 x 13 x 13 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 4.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.