Different needs call for different features. Backpackers and day travelers, both search for comfortable luggage that can reliably hold their items and meet their basic needs. The Kelty Redwing 50-Liter Backpack provides for all the basic needs of the backpackers, while the Osprey Porter provides a simple and sleek solution for day travelers.

Primary Features of the Kelty Redwing 50-Liter Backpack

Organization and Ease of Use

The Kelty Redwing backpack is ideal for the overnight hiker or for everyday simple, organized travel. The contents of the backpack are easily accessible through the use of a U-Zipper. This U-Zipper can work as both a top loader and a panel loader.

The second feature is the organizational pockets. The Kelty Redwing 50-Liter Backpack offers large exterior front pockets for items such as electronics, documents, and travel essentials. It also offers zippered side pockets, a stash pocket and an additional pocket at the very top of the backpack.

A comfortable carry handle is included to easily reach your backpack from shelves and storage.

Hydration

In addition the two water bottle pockets on either side of the backpack, the Kelty Redwing is also compatible with hydration packs for extra hydration.

Suspension System

The Kelty Redwing 50-Liter backpack is designed for all day comfort. By using a single Light Beam ™ aluminum stay and a HDPE frame sheet, the weight is relieved off of your shoulders.

At the same time, the backpack is designed to keep common hot spots cool while carrying heavier loads. These hot spots are eliminated using a dynamic Airflow back panel, lumbar pad for the back, Air Mesh shoulder straps, as well as a dual density foam for the waist belt.

Furthermore, adjustable load lifters, sternum straps, Scherer Cinch ™ waist buckle, and hip belt stabilizer straps all work to stabilize your load.

Materials

Made of sturdy 420D Polyester Ball Shadow, reinforced with 450D Polyester Oxford.

Osprey Porter Travel Duffle (46-Liter, Matte Grey)

Primary Features in Comparison to Kelty Redwing

Organization and Ease of Use

The Osprey Porter Travel Duffle has a slightly smaller capacity (46- Liter) than the Kelty Redwing’s 50-Liter capacity. The organization of the Osprey Porter is also quite different than that seen in the Kelty Redwing.

In the Osprey Porter, there is only one exterior pocket, apart from the main compartment. Similarly to the Kelty Redwing, the Osprey Porter does have comfortable top handle and side handles.

The interior sides of this travel duffle as well as the top are padded both to protect your items and maintain structure.

If looking for a simple sleek travel duffle than this backpack may be your answer. If however, you are seeking more organization, than the Kelty appears to the better option.

Hydration

The Osprey Porter Travel Duffle is not made for lengthy adventures in the outdoors and therefore is not fitted with side water bottle pockets and is not compatible with hydration packs.

Suspension System

Made for simple travel, and an excellent choice for a carry-on flights, this backpack does not need an advanced suspension system.

For convenience, however, there are zip-away shoulder harnesses with adjustable sternum straps as well as a tuck-away fabric waist-belt.

Straight Jacket compression allows you to compress and secure your items into an even smaller size.

Materials

The Osprey Porter 46-Liter Travel duffle is made of Ballistic and nylon pack cloth. Customer reviews have praised this back-pack for its sleek design, durable material and convenient size.

Conclusion

These two items are intended for different needs. For the organized personality, the Kelty Redwing offers plenty of pockets, hydration, and allows easy access to the entire contents.

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The Kelty Redwing is also ideal for hikers and backpackers, with its hydration pockets and suspension system for weight distribution.

If however, you need a simple, sleek, but functional travel duffle that meets carry-on airplane regulations then the Osprey Porter is the preferable choice.