Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 Backpack vs Kelty Asher 55 Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.

Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 55 Frontview
Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Osprey Kelty
Name Farpoint Trek 55 Asher 55 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Travel Hiking
Capacity (L) 55L 55L
Dimensions (in) 25 x 13 x 12 28 x 18 x 12
Weight (lb) 3.9 2.7
Fabric 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 18, 2010
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belts Padded hip belt
Main Compartment Access Large panel zip access Top loading access
External Pockets Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top and side handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Trekking pole loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Lockable laptop and tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper

You're currently comparing the Farpoint Trek 55 by Osprey against the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty .


Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 25 x 13 x 12. It's made of 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.