The main difference between the TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack is that the Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof material) while the Asher 55 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TOPSKY Sports | Kelty |
Name | Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Asher 55 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 | 28 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.4 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester | |
Color | Cyan, Green, Orange | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TOPSKY Sports Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | October 19, 2015 | ||
Rating | 4.3 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Deep and dense padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | Padded hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Waterproof material | ||
Zippers | SBS zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Drawstring access with top floating lid | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 1 bottom pocket, 2 hip belt pockets, and 2 side pockets | 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Main compartment have dividers and hydration bladder compartment with external access | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | D-shape hook, daisy chains, bottom loops, soft latching loops, and water pipe | Trekking pole loops | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compression straps |
Expandable | The top can expand the pack and increase the capacity by 10 liters | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AMP-Flow ventilated back panel | |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Internal frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | Yes | |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective strip design | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes or sleeping bag | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
TOPSKY Sports 's Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 70L (liters), weighs 4.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Cyan, Green, Orange in comparison the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 28 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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