The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | TETON Sports |
Name | 40L Hiking Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.1 | 5 | |
Fabric | Polyester | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | 20+ colors and patterns | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 1, 2016 | May 1, 2006 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Elastic chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | Weather-guard zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Top access | |
External Pockets | Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious main compartment with pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | 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 | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop pocket fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable padded back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | Rainfly included | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Ventilated Back | Air diversion back system | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Hiking pole attachment | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.
The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ colors and patterns 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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