TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Zippers (Weather-guard zippers) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Kelty |
| Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
| Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
| Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
| Capacity (L) | 65L | 90L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
| Weight (lb) | 5 | 5.8 | |
| Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | ||
| Color | 4 colors and patterns | Black | |
| Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
| Release Date | May 1, 2006 | May 10, 2013 | |
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.9 | |
| Price | Under $100 | Under $225 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Ventilating shoulder straps |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | |
| 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 | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
| Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
| Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
| Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
| Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | |
| Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional 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 | Ventilated back panel |
| Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
| Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Aluminum external frame | |
| Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
| Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | 16-22" adjustable torso length | |
| Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
| 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 Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic 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 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.
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