The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Top / Floating Lid (Yes) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | TETON Sports |
Name | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 90L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 31 x 23 x 16 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.8 | 5 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | ||
Color | Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 10, 2013 | May 1, 2006 | |
Rating | 4.9 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $225 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ventilating shoulder straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Top access | |
External Pockets | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ventilated back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum external frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | Multi-position torso adjustments | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack 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 TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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