The main difference between the The North Face BTTFB Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the BTTFB Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Kelty |
Name | BTTFB Backpack | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 20L | 90L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 13 x 4 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.75 | 5.8 | |
Fabric | 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating | ||
Color | Macrofleck Print Green | Black | |
Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 10, 2013 | ||
Rating | 4.9 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - Adjustable and injection-molded-foam shoulder straps | Ventilating shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | Top pocket | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Ventilated back panel |
Internal / External Frame | Aluminum external frame | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
The North Face's BTTFB Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The The North Face BTTFB Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.75 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 13 x 4. It's made of 900D polyester with TPE PVC coating and is available in Macrofleck Print Green 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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