The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Rear Loading Straps (Bottom load straps) while the Fox 5200 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | TETON Sports |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Fox 5200 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 85L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 34 x 16 x 1 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 5.5 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | May 1, 2006 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Contoured, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Weather-guard 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 | 1 zipped top pocket, zipped side pockets and sleeping bag compartment | |
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 | Bungee storage, gear ties, webbing loops and D-rings | |
Travel Features | 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 | Open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | Rainfly included | |
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | Multi-position adjustable torso adjustments | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | Holds 3L water bladder |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while TETON Sports 's Fox 5200 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 TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack's capacity is 85L with a size of 34 x 16 x 1 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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