Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Adjustable Length Torso (16-22" adjustable torso length) while the Farpoint Trek 55 does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 55 Frontview
Specs Brand Kelty Osprey
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Farpoint Trek 55
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 90L 55L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 25 x 13 x 12
Weight (lb) 5.8 3.9
Fabric 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013 August 18, 2010
Rating 4.9 4.8
Price Under $225 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt Padded hip belts
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Large panel zip access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack
Internal Compartments Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket
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 Padded top and side handles
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points Gear loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Lockable laptop and tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty against the Farpoint Trek 55 by Osprey .


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 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 Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 's capacity is 55L with a size of 25 x 13 x 12 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.