Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack vs TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack has Internal Compartments (1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.

Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia TETON Sports
Name Altvia Pack 36L Backpack Explorer 4000 Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 36L 65L
Dimensions (in) 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 32 x 18 x 12
Weight (lb) 2.18 5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell
Color Noble Grey 4 colors and patterns
Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 1, 2006
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Weather-guard zippers
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Top access
External Pockets 2 zip hip belt pockets Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets
Internal Compartments 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings
Travel Features Compression Straps Multi-directional external compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Bottom load straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels
Rain Cover Rain cover included; pack volume is 36 liters Rainfly included
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Adjustable Length Torso Multi-position torso adjustments
Trekking Pole Holders Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds up to 3L hydration bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack by Patagonia against the Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports .


Patagonia's Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 2.18 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23.5 x 12 x 10.5. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Noble Grey in comparison the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .