Kelty Trekker 65 Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Trekker 65 Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Trekker 65 Backpack has Load Lifters (Load lifter straps) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

Kelty Trekker 65 Backpack Front View
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Kelty
Name Trekker 65 Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 65L 90L
Dimensions (in) 29 x 22.5 x 13 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 5.5 5.8
Fabric 600D Polyester
Color Garnet Red Black
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 15, 2016 May 10, 2013
Rating 4.7 4.9
Price Under $250 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Dual density foam hip belt with stabilizer straps HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Top loading access
External Pockets Large front pocket and 2 zipped side pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice axe loop, daisy chain, lash tabs Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel
Load Lifters Load lifter straps
Internal / External Frame External frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Trekker 65 Backpack by Kelty against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


Kelty 's Trekker 65 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Kelty Trekker 65 Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 5.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 29 x 22.5 x 13. It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in Garnet Red in comparison the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.