Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs Kelty Outskirt 35 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Kelty Outskirt 35 Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points) while the Outskirt 35 Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Kelty Outskirt 35 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Outskirt 35 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 90L 35L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 10 x 17 x 23
Weight (lb) 5.8
Fabric 600D Polyester Oxford
Color Black Gingerbread/Beluga
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps Airmesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets 4 external pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel Airmesh shoulder 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 Hydration compatible

You're currently comparing the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty against the Outskirt 35 Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Kelty 's Outskirt 35 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 Kelty Outskirt 35 Backpack's capacity is 35L with a size of 10 x 17 x 23 inches. Constructed from 600D Polyester Oxford it weighs pounds and is available in Gingerbread/Beluga.