The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings) while the 40L Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Mountaintop |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | 40L Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 2.1 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | Polyester | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 20+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | August 1, 2016 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Elastic chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Adjustable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | YKK zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious main compartment with pockets | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop pocket fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Separate tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
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 | Breathable padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | Rain cover included | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Ventilated Back | Air diversion back system | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | Hiking pole attachment | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.
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