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.
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 |
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.
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