TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack vs The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack
The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings) while the Hydra 26L Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | The North Face |
| Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Hydra 26L Backpack | |
| Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
| Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
| Capacity (L) | 65L | 26L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 24 x 15 x 5 | |
| Weight (lb) | 5 | 2 | |
| Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | |
| Color | 4 colors and patterns | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | |
| Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
| Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
| Rating | 4.7 | 1 | |
| Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | J shape - 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 | Normal top two way zip access | |
| External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
| Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
| Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
| Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
| Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
| Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
| 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 | FlashDry back panel |
| 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 | Integrated hydration sleeve | |
You're currently comparing the Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports against the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face.
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Hydra 26L 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 The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 24 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue.
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