The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the Hiker 3700 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | TETON Sports |
Name | Farpoint Trek 55 | Hiker 3700 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 60L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25 x 13 x 12 | 33 x 15.5 x 12.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 4.0 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | Thick padded waist belt | |
Main Compartment Access | Large panel zip access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | 2 zipped front pockets, sleeping bag 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 | Gear ties | |
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 | Yes | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel | Padded lumbar support |
Rain Cover | Integrated rain cover | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | Yes | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | Internal frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | Sliding tension torso adjustment | ||
Top / Floating Lid | 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 TETON Sports 's Hiker 3700 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 TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack's capacity is 60L with a size of 33 x 15.5 x 12.5 inches. Constructed from 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU it weighs 4.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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