Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs The North Face BTTFB Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the The North Face BTTFB Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the BTTFB Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
The North Face BTTFB Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty The North Face
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack BTTFB Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 90L 20L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 19 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 5.8 1.75
Fabric 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating
Color Black Macrofleck Print Green
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9
Price Under $225 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps Straight - Adjustable and injection-molded-foam shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets Top pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
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 BTTFB Backpack by The North Face.


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's BTTFB 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 BTTFB Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 19 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating it weighs 1.75 pounds and is available in Macrofleck Print Green.