The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Mountaintop |
Name | Farpoint Trek 55 | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 70L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25 x 13 x 12 | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 10+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | May 31, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | Padded hip belt with pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Large panel zip access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | |
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 | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable laptop and tablet compartment | Laptop sleeve |
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 | Breathable padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | Dual aluminum internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 8 level height adjuster | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack's capacity is 70L with a size of 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.
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