The main difference between the TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Scout 3400 Backpack has Zippers (Weather-guard zippers) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | Kelty |
Name | Scout 3400 Backpack | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 90L | |
Dimensions (in) | 30 x 17 x 12 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.4 | 5.8 | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | ||
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 5, 2008 | May 10, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Ventilating shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | front mesh pocket, 1 bottom zipped pocket and 4 side pockets | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large capacity with multi-pockets and compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic cord, D-rings, and gear loops | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom loading straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded lumbar and back panel | Ventilated back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal Frame | Aluminum external frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | 16-22" adjustable torso length | |
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
TETON Sports's Scout 3400 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 4.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 30 x 17 x 12. It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.
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