Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Alamere 24 Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
Specs Brand Kelty The North Face
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Alamere 24 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 90L 18L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 5.8 1lb 7oz
Fabric Nylon
Color Black Vintage White/Horizon Red
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place.
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 Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets Front zipper pockets for other essentials,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
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 Alamere 24 Backpack by The North Face.


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Alamere 24 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 The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.