The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Zippers (Weather-guard zippers) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Vargo |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Exoti 50 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 14 x 3 x 25 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | X-Pac Fabric | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Blue/Gray | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Vargo Guarantee | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | February 6, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Hip strap with pockets | |
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 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 | ||
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 | |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Ultralight titanium alloy external frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | Ergonomic lumbar support plate | |
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | 16-22 inches torso length | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
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 | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 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 Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 14 x 3 x 25 inches. Constructed from X-Pac Fabric it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Blue/Gray.
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