The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Zippers (Weather-guard zippers) while the Hiker 3700 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | TETON Sports |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Hiker 3700 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 60L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 33 x 15.5 x 12.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 4.0 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Thick padded waist belt | |
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 | 2 zipped front pockets, sleeping bag compartment, and 2 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | Gear ties | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | External compression straps |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | Yes | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | Padded lumbar support |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | Integrated rain cover | |
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | Sliding tension torso adjustment | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
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 Hiker 3700 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 TETON Sports Hiker 3700 Backpack's capacity is 60L with a size of 33 x 15.5 x 12.5 inches. Constructed from 420D 2MM Squared Double-Line Ripstop / 600D PU it weighs 4.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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