The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Internal Compartments (Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Vargo |
Name | Farpoint Trek 55 | Exoti 50 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 25 x 13 x 12 | 14 x 3 x 25 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | X-Pac Fabric | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Blue/Gray | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Vargo Guarantee | |
Release Date | August 18, 2010 | February 6, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | Chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belts | Hip strap with pockets | |
Main Compartment Access | Large panel zip access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | 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 | |
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 | |
Load Lifters | Yes | Yes | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | Ultralight titanium alloy external frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic lumbar support plate | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22 inches torso length | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
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 Vargo 's Exoti 50 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 Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 14 x 3 x 25 inches. Constructed from X-Pac Fabric it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Blue/Gray.
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