The main difference between the TETON Sports Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack has Load Lifters (Yes) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | TETON Sports |
Name | Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 66L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 27 x 12 x 10 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 5.3 | 5 | |
Fabric | 420D Black Oxford 1000mm WR | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 25, 2019 | May 1, 2006 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ergonomic shoulder straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Waist belt with split wishbone construction | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Top access | |
External Pockets | Reverse U pocket, sleeping bag compartment, waist belt pocket, and 4 side pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other acccessories | 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 | Exterior and interior gear loops | 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 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 | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Adjustable 15-20" torso length | Multi-position torso adjustments | |
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 3L hydration bladder | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
TETON Sports 's Mountain Adventurer 4000 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 Mountain Adventurer 4000 Backpack has a capacity of 66L (liters), weighs 5.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 27 x 12 x 10. It's made of 420D Black Oxford 1000mm WR and is available in Black 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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