The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points) while the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | Mountaintop |
Name | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 90L | 70L | |
Dimensions (in) | 31 x 23 x 16 | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.8 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | Nylon | ||
Color | Black | 10+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | |
Release Date | May 10, 2013 | May 31, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ventilating shoulder straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | Padded hip belt with pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated back panel | Breathable padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum external frame | Dual aluminum internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | 8 level height adjuster | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack's capacity is 70L with a size of 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.
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