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