TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Hydration Backpack vs TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack

The main difference between the TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Oasis 1100 Backpack has Reflective Safety Strips (Reflective trim) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.

TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Hydration Backpack
TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand TETON Sports TETON Sports
Name Oasis 1100 Backpack Explorer 4000 Backpack
Category Hydration Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 65L
Dimensions (in) 19.5 x 12 x 2 32 x 18 x 12
Weight (lb) 2 5
Fabric 210D Honeycomb Ripstop / 600D PU Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell
Color 5 colors and patterns 4 colors and patterns
Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 1, 2006
Rating 4.6 4.7
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured, padded shoulder straps Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Anti-shock chest strap with whistle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Expandable waist belt up to 60" Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps
Zippers Weather-guard zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets 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 Bungee cord system Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps Multi-directional external compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Bottom load straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Notched foam stabilizer Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels
Rain Cover Sewn-in rain cover Rainfly included
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Adjustable Length Torso Adjusts to fit all frames comfortably Multi-position torso adjustments
Trekking Pole Holders Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective trim
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 2L hydration bladder (included) Holds up to 3L hydration bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Oasis 1100 Backpack by TETON Sports against the Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports .


TETON Sports's Oasis 1100 Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The TETON Sports Oasis 1100 Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.5 x 12 x 2. It's made of 210D Honeycomb Ripstop / 600D PU and is available in 5 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 .