The main difference between the The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Hydra 26L Backpack has Lightweight (Lightweight) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | TETON Sports |
Name | Hydra 26L Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 24 x 15 x 5 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 5 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | Goblin Blue/Beta Blue | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 1 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Weather-guard zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top access | |
External Pockets | 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | 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 | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Integrated hydration sleeve | Yes |
The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.
The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 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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