TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack vs Kelty Asher 55 Backpack
The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Zippers (Weather-guard zippers) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Kelty |
| Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Asher 55 Backpack | |
| Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
| Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
| Capacity (L) | 65L | 55L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 28 x 18 x 12 | |
| Weight (lb) | 5 | 2.7 | |
| Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester | |
| Color | 4 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
| Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
| Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
| Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Padded hip belt | |
| Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | ||
| Main Compartment Access | Top access | Top loading access | |
| External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket | |
| Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
| Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
| Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
| Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | Trekking pole loops | |
| Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | External compression straps |
| Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
| Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | AMP-Flow ventilated back panel |
| Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
| Load Lifters | Yes | ||
| Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
| Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
| Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system | |
| Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | Yes | |
| Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
| Hydration Compatible | Yes | ||
You're currently comparing the Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports against the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty .
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 32 x 18 x 12. It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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