The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the TETON Sports Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Zippers (Weather-guard zippers) while the Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | TETON Sports |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 66L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 27 x 12 x 10 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 5.3 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 420D Black Oxford 1000mm WR | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | September 25, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Ergonomic shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Waist belt with split wishbone construction | |
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 | Reverse U pocket, sleeping bag compartment, waist belt pocket, and 4 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other acccessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | Exterior and interior gear loops | |
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 back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | Adjustable 15-20" torso length | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Removeable hood | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | Holds 3L hydration bladder |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while TETON Sports 's Mountain Adventurer 4000 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 Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 66L with a size of 27 x 12 x 10 inches. Constructed from 420D Black Oxford 1000mm WR it weighs 5.3 pounds and is available in Black.
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