Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Patagonia
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 90L 55L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 26 x 12.5 x 7.5
Weight (lb) 5.8 2lbs 13.2oz
Color Black Joya Blue
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9
Price Under $225 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
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 Dual spindrift access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets 1 top/flap zip pocket,
Internal Compartments Stash Pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel Padded
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty against the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack by Patagonia.


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.