The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles ) while the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Patagonia |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Altvia Pack 36L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 36L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 2.18 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 100% recycled nylon | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Noble Grey | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Flap with buckle | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | 2 zip hip belt 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 back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | Padded |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | Rain cover included; pack volume is 36 liters | |
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 |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Altvia Pack 36L 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 Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack's capacity is 36L with a size of 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.18 pounds and is available in Noble Grey.
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