Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L Backcountry - When Worn
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Kelty
Name Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 32L 90L
Dimensions (in) 22 x 9.5 x 6 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 2lbs 7.9 oz 5.8
Fabric Durable nylon with ample foam padding
Color Black Black
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access U-shaped lid makes top access simple; back panel opens to allow full access Top loading access
External Pockets 2 Large exterior stretch pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket
Side Pockets 2 large side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chain Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack by Patagonia against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


Patagonia's Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack has a capacity of 32L (liters), weighs 2lbs 7.9 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 9.5 x 6. It's made of Durable nylon with ample foam padding and is available in Black in comparison the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.