The main difference between the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack and the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 is that the Exoti 50 Backpack has Ergonomic (Ergonomic lumbar support plate) while the Farpoint Trek 55 does not.
Specs | Brand | Vargo | Osprey |
Name | Exoti 50 Backpack | Farpoint Trek 55 | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 50L | 55L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 3 x 25 | 25 x 13 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 3.9 | |
Fabric | X-Pac Fabric | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop | |
Color | Blue/Gray | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Vargo Guarantee | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 6, 2017 | August 18, 2010 | |
Rating | 5.0 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip strap with pockets | Padded hip belts | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Large panel zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 side pockets | Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack | |
Internal Compartments | Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top and side handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable laptop and tablet compartment | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | Internal and external compression straps |
Stowable Straps | Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel | |
Load Lifters | Yes | Yes | |
Internal / External Frame | Ultralight titanium alloy external frame | Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic lumbar support plate | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22 inches torso length | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.
The Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack has a capacity of 50L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 3 x 25. It's made of X-Pac Fabric and is available in Blue/Gray in comparison the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 's capacity is 55L with a size of 25 x 13 x 12 inches. Constructed from 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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