The main difference between the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Exoti 50 Backpack has Load Lifters (Yes) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Vargo | TETON Sports |
Name | Exoti 50 Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 50L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 3 x 25 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 5 | |
Fabric | X-Pac Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | Blue/Gray | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Vargo Guarantee | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 6, 2017 | May 1, 2006 | |
Rating | 5.0 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip strap with pockets | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Top access | |
External Pockets | 2 side pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 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 | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | Multi-directional external compression straps |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Load Lifters | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Ultralight titanium alloy external frame | Internal frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic lumbar support plate | Ergonomic design | |
Adjustable Length Torso | 16-22 inches torso length | Multi-position torso adjustments | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack 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 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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