The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Patagonia |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 22 x 9.5 x 6 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 2lbs 7.9 oz | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | Durable nylon with ample foam padding | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
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 | U-shaped lid makes top access simple; back panel opens to allow full access | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | 2 Large exterior stretch pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | 2 large side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | Daisy chain | |
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 | |
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 Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Cragsmith Pack 32L Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 22 x 9.5 x 6 inches. Constructed from Durable nylon with ample foam padding it weighs 2lbs 7.9 oz pounds and is available in Black.
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