The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Kelty Outskirt 50 Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points) while the Outskirt 50 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | Kelty |
Name | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | Outskirt 50 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 90L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 31 x 23 x 16 | 10 x 17.5 x 27 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.8 | ||
Fabric | Polyester 600D Oxford | ||
Color | Black | Lyons Blue/Beluga | |
Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 10, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.9 | ||
Price | Under $225 | Under $150 | |
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 | Airmesh hip belt | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Flap with buckle | |
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 back panel |
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum external frame | Advanced perimeter frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Hydration compatible |
Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Kelty 's Outskirt 50 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 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 10 x 17.5 x 27 inches. Constructed from Polyester 600D Oxford it weighs pounds and is available in Lyons Blue/Beluga.
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