TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack vs Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack

The main difference between the TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack and the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is that the Fox 5200 Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories) while the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack does not.

TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack Front View
Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TETON Sports Patagonia
Name Fox 5200 Backpack Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 85L 55L
Dimensions (in) 34 x 16 x 1 26 x 12.5 x 7.5
Weight (lb) 5.5 2lbs 13.2oz
Fabric Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell
Color 2 colors and patterns Joya Blue
Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 1, 2006
Rating 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured, padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest 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 loading access Dual spindrift access
External Pockets 1 zipped top pocket, zipped side pockets and sleeping bag compartment 1 top/flap zip pocket,
Internal Compartments Stash Pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Bungee storage, gear ties, webbing loops and D-rings Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels Padded
Rain Cover Rainfly included
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso Multi-position adjustable torso adjustments
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Fox 5200 Backpack by TETON Sports against the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack by Patagonia.


TETON Sports 's Fox 5200 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The TETON Sports Fox 5200 Backpack has a capacity of 85L (liters), weighs 5.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 34 x 16 x 1 . It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and is available in Joya Blue.