The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles ) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Patagonia |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 2lbs 13.2oz | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | ||
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Joya Blue | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
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 string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Dual spindrift access | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | 1 top/flap zip pocket, | |
Internal Compartments | Stash Pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system | |
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 | ||
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 |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L 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 Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.
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