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A trail-tested workhorse, the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic external frame backpack offers heavy load hauling capability, convenient access points and fit adjustability.
An array of features adds to the Tioga 5500's reputation for providing reliable backcountry performance.
The Tioga 5500 Classic's rigid aluminum frame provides excellent stability and support.
In fact, if you're carrying heavy loads over well-maintained trails and even terrain, it's hard to beat an external frame pack.
A fully adjustable suspension system accommodates torso lengths ranging from 16-21".
The Tioga 5500 Classic's ventilated backpanel, adjustable dual-density waistbelt and padded shoulder straps work together to further enhance fit.
Belt stabilizer straps help to transfer weight onto the hips and load-lifter straps let you adjust the "ride" of the pack.
The Tioga 5500's adjustable sternum strap fine tunes the positioning of the shoulder straps across the chest to prevent chafing under the arms.
Equipped with many zippered pockets, the Tioga 5500 Classic allows you to separate and organize gear while providing quick and easy access to whatever you might need while on the trail.
An integrated spindrift collar on the top-loading main packbag enables you to carry even more gear.
Other features found on the Tioga 5500 Classic include an enclosed sleeping bag compartment, a lid pocket, zippered side pockets, a mesh water bottle pocket, a daisy chain attachment system, lash points and an ice-axe loop.
A lined internal sleeve makes the Tioga 5500 Classic hydration system (sold separately) compatible.
**A few things not found in the online description:
- the pack comes with 2 extra clevis pins.
- there is an open pocket between the large left zipper pocket and the main pack (large enough to stack 2 20oz gatorade bottles)
- the open water bottle pocket on the right holds 1.
5 liter soda bottle (will probably hold a 2L bottle)
- the floor between top an bottom compartment is adjustable.
- the top compartment liner expands 10 inches above the frame.
- the top flap has a zipper pocket and has daisy chain tie loops
- the bottom of the lower compartment has the daisy chain tie loops
Hikers like the weight, comfort, and space of the backpack.
For example they mention it's pretty lightweight and comfortable, and how it fits on their back in such a way that allows for great airflow keeping the back from getting hot, has lots of room inside.
and appreciate the side pockets .
Overall, hikers recommend the product for its durability and functionality.
The Kelty Tioga is worthy of the long history of Kelty external frame packs and I would not hesitate to recommend it for backpacking trips.
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