The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Kelty |
Name | Farpoint Trek 55 | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 90L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25 x 13 x 12 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 5.8 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | ||
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | May 10, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Ventilating shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | |
Main Compartment Access | Large panel zip access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top and side handles | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable laptop and tablet compartment | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and 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 | Ventilated back panel |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | Aluminum external frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic 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 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.
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