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