The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Patagonia |
Name | Farpoint Trek 55 | Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25 x 13 x 12 | 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 2lbs 13.2oz | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | ||
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Joya Blue | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Large panel zip access | Dual spindrift access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | 1 top/flap zip pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket | Stash Pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Padded top and side handles | ||
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system | |
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 | Padded |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper |
Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L 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 Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.
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