The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Kelty
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 43.5L 90L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 3.34 5.8
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Black
Warranty Lifetime Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 5 4.9
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Top loading access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel Ventilated back panel
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack has a capacity of 43.5L (liters), weighs 3.34 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 1.5 x 11 x 23.5. It's made of 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black 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.