The main difference between the TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof material) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TOPSKY Sports | Kelty |
Name | Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 90L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 | 31 x 23 x 16 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.4 | 5.8 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | Cyan, Green, Orange | Black | |
Warranty | TOPSKY Sports Warranty | Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | October 19, 2015 | May 10, 2013 | |
Rating | 4.3 | 4.9 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $225 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Deep and dense padded shoulder straps | Ventilating shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | HDPE-reinforced waistbelt | |
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 | Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets | |
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 and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | D-shape hook, daisy chains, bottom loops, soft latching loops, and water pipe | Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points | |
Travel Features | 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 | Ventilated back panel | |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | Aluminum external frame | |
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22" adjustable torso length | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective strip design | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes or sleeping bag | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
TOPSKY Sports 's Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic 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 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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