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.
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 |
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.
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