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Teton 85L Explorer Internal Frame Backpack for Hiking, Camping, Backpacking, Rain Cover Included, Black

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Color: Black


Size: 85L


Features

  • NOT YOUR BASIC BACKPACK: Feature rich at this price point; Comfort and balanced backpack for men and women.
  • TETON TOUGH: The best memories are made with the great durable gear; Perfect for any Adventure; comes in 65L, 75L or 85L sizes and adjustable to fit all; Pocket for Hydration
  • CUSTOM COMFORT: Multi position torso adjustment fits medium and tall adventurers; Durable open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels provide maximum comfort and airflow; For beginners or experienced Backpackers
  • DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND: Great quality and thoughtful design; large sleeping bag compartment, multi directional compression straps, with spacious compartments and pockets, a place for everything
  • TETON SPORTS PROMISE: Reach out to our AMAZING product support team if you have any questions or concerns; YOU CAN COUNT ON US to get you taken care of and back OUTDOORS

Description

Tackle extended journeys with the Teton Explorer backpack, an affordable, versatile travel bag tailored for full-size torsos. With a standard frame that accommodates typical torsos, this backpack offers a comfortable and stable fit for longer treks. Stay dry with the integrated rain cover, ensuring your gear remains protected in any weather condition. Adjustable back panel and straps optimize weight distribution for extended wear. The Teton Explorer backpack delivers comfort, dependability, and ease without compromise.

Color: Black


Backpack Design: Framed Backpack


Subject Character: Sports


Sport Type: Hiking


Product Style: Internal Frame


Theme: Sports


Pattern: Solid


Brand Name: TETON Sports


Age Range Description: Adult


Item Weight: 5.8 Pounds


Style Number: 2108SCBK


Model Name: Explorer 4000 Backpack


School Type: High School


Number of Items: 2


Unit Count: 1 Count


Warranty Description: Limited Life Time


UPC: 817354014962


Manufacturer Part Number: 2108SCBK


Included Components: Backpack, Rainfly


Manufacturer: TETON Sports


Item Type Name: Internal Frame Backpack


Other Special Features of the Product: Bottle Holder


Recommended Uses For Product: Sport


Strap Type: Shoulder Strap


Pocket Description: Utility Pocket


Apparel Closure Type: Drawstring


Water Resistance Level: Water Resistant


Number Of Pockets: 5


Number of Compartments: 6


Backpack Harness Type: Shoulder Harness


Fit to Size Sentiment: Good


Sleeve Length Description: Sleeveless


Fit Type: compression


Material Type: 600D Polyester Diamond Ripstop


Product Care Instructions: Hand Wash Only


Outer Material: Polyester


Lining Description: Polyurethane


Shell Type: Soft Shell


Apparel Fabric Weight Class: Medium Weight


Apparel Fabric Stretch: No Stretch


Storage Volume: 85 Liters


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 22"D x 34"W x 16"H


Size: 85L


Strap Size: Adjustable


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great pack and even better company!
Color: Blue Size: 65L
I'm a big guy, 6'1" 260 pounds with a 21.5" torso length, and a 44" waist. This pack fits although the chest strap will be too tight come winter when I have to layer up. This pack is well made and comfortable to wear and it's large size is perfect for multiple day outings with my dog. If you utilize the attachment straps on the top and bottom you could easily use this pack for a camping trip that lasted a week or longer, depending on the gear you take. I can pack a Naturehike 3P 3 person tent with footprint, 10x10 Chill Gorilla Tarp, 3 inflatable pillows, Static V Luxe sleeping pad, food for myself and my dog, Sawyer mini filter, 3 litres of water, cook kit, fire making kit, small first-aid kit, folding saw, Mora knife, 3 headlamps, small LED lantern, battery bank, cordage, collapsible dog bowls, sleeping bag, and two complete changes of clothes with room to spare internally so the rain cover fits. I use the bottom loops to secure my dog's sleeping pad although the rain cover wouldn't cover it completely, it's easy enough to slide it inside of a garbage bag to keep it dry. If I didn't have to dog supplies, I could pack in two weeks worth of food and clothes with no trouble. The side pockets allow you to slide hiking poles, fishing rod, ax, hatchet, folding saw, tri-pod or other similar items behind them to hold it securely to the outside of the pack (although not all of it at the same time). All-in-all, it's a great pack for the price. More importantly, Teton's customer service also deserves 5 stars and reading customer reviews about their customer service was the main reason I chose to purchase a Teton pack. Here's my experience with them. This was my first adjustable pack and my GF misunderstood what I was asking her to do when measuring my torso and we got it wrong the first time. I ordered the Scout 3400 which turned out to be too small so I had to return it. No problem there. That's when I ordered the Explorer and the first one I received was what I would call a factory second. It was obvious that bag was overlooked by QC. It had threads hanging off of it all over the place, one strap was sewn on backwards, the zipper in the lid wouldn't zip completely closed and would work it's way open about 3 inches just from walking around with the pack on and one of the shoulder straps was frayed badly. I contacted Teton again about this pack, provided some photos and they sent a replacement the very next day, no questions asked. On top of all that, I mentioned in the email to Teton that the chest strap is pretty tight and they offered to make me a custom extension for the strap. As far as I'm concerned, this is a company that knows how to take care of their customers and stand behind their products 100%. They've earned my loyalty and respect and I would not hesitate for a moment to recommend them to anyone I know personally. This is one company that you can truly buy from with confidence that they will be there for you when you need them to be. Awesome! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2017 by Ronnie Buck

  • Really great pack Really great pack
Color: Onyx Size: 65L
This turned out to be very comfortable. The adjustablity of the torso size allows you to adjust the pack so weight distribution is better. Where you will feel the difference compared to cheaper packs is that, when adjusted correctly, it keeps the weight from riding solely on and crushing your shoulders. I like the smaller, but still big enough to be usefull pockets on outside that make it easier to keep items organized without everything jumbled/jamned in a single large pocket. It makes locating things like a first aid kit, duct tape, head lamp, etc. easier, without rooting around in the large pocket and having to take out half your stuff to find anything. Further, this pack allows me to carry a camp stool comfortably in a vertical position where it is easily accessed. It also, has small compartments in the waist band that allows easy access to snacks/napkins/folded paper towels. (cold weather always makes my nose run - which becomes highly annoying on the trail. These compartments allow you to easily solve this problem by keeping supplies accessible without stopping.) Durability is good - should last for years. Overall I really like this pack and for the price is a good deal. The only con is the non-adjustable ice axe loops. Which unless you are planning to hike in artic ice conditions are not useful. (maybe carry a wood axe instead?) They would be better if they were adjustable loops that could be utilized for strapping on other types of gear. Update: the ice axe loops actually work to help hold my trekking poles. So I guess I eliminated my only con. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2025 Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2025 by Alexander Elder

  • Gets the job done
I am a novice hiker, but long time camper. And I am by no means an ultralight hiker. Wanted to start hiking more and doing some hikes of distance, such as 40 to 70 miles section hikes on the AT. So I needed a pack that was big enough to carry all my stuff, but not so massively large that it allowed me to bring far more than I needed, yet not so small that I would be forced into an ultralight situation that I'm just not skilled enough for. So this 4,000ci size seemed like a good place for me to start and then later scale back into more lightweight hiking. From my limited experience and lack of knowledge on these matters, I find this bag to be a pretty decent bag for the average weekend to several day hiker. I put it to its first test on an AT hike from Lake Watagua TN to Damascus VA. Loaded it up with a ton of gear and supplies. This section of the trail is known for being fairly dry and having extra water is advisable. So carrying extra water to be safe and not run out, it pushed by pack weight to 47 pounds! That is outrageously heavy for back packing. But I like extra workout it provids and the security of knowing I'm not gonna run dry. And again, I'm not an ultralight hiker. The pack remained well balanced and stable. Never once did it ever feel unbalanced one way or another and always rode comfortable. Those complaining and or claiming that the sleeping bag section at the bottom of the pack is too small must be packing it wrong. I was able to fit a very large 12' x 16' Hennessy Hex Fly, my 20 degree bag, an eno hammock, 100 foot of cord, and several other items in there. And I could have fit more stuff in there. Inside the back I was easily able to fit my Hennessy Expedition A-Sym, Ember Underquilt (also bought here on Amazon), 3 sets of clothes, 5 days worth of food, and being a former smoker now using ecigs, I was able to fit my e-cig kit, along with 4 of those portable battery things to charge my ecigs and phone. Also had my personal supplies (toothbrush, toothpaste, TP, various saftey items like bandaids, tape, aspirin, etc...). The sleeve for the hydration pack worked great. And in reality, you could fit two bladders in it with ease. In the outside pockets I had small items such as knives, gloves, hat, tent stakes, and quick access snacks to munch on while hiking between the morning start, and days finish. And in 'long' pocket on one of the straps I had my cooking system. That was a tight fit, but it did fit. The one big complaint I had was the mesh pockets on the outside at the bottom of either side. Their most obvious use is for holding waterbottles. And thats probably their main purpose in design. They are SMALL!!! You can fit a regular 16 ounce water bottle in them. But getting larger, or using something like a gatorade bottle for your water and it just will not fit and you have no place to put such a bottle, so its gotta go in the pack. 4 days on the trail and it performed without problem or issue. Are there better bags? Obviously. But for a mid size bag at a price that won't make you cringe, I like this bag. I also use it regularly when I go car camping with the cub scouts or just for the weekend with family and friends. Allows me to easily bring everything I need in a single bag that has enough room left over to through in a few extras that are fun to have just in case. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2013 by PhantomLord

  • AWESOME PACK. Very versatile and can not beat it for the price. Great for lightweight backpacking
Color: Blue Size: 65L
I'm an avid day hiker but wanted to get into the world of multi-day hiking/backcountry camping. I bought this inexpensive pack a year ago and have used and abused it in the heat AND rain. I'm a 5'9" 155 lb male and this pack fits me perfectly when adjusted properly. When I knew it was going to rain one night I dressed it with the included raincover and left it on a large rock outside my tent. My paper map was still in the mesh pocket. It rained HEAVILY and everthing -- much to my surprise -- was still DRY. I was impressed! It fits everything I need for extended trips and would trust it for a 5-7 day 3 season trip. It has a separator which divides the bags main compartment from the sleeping bag however I recommend unzipping it and using the whole pack as one huge gear dump because everything just fits more nicely that way and compacts much easier. Love the side pockets to store my water filter, stove/pot/ and snacks. I wish it had waist pockets though for easier access to things like a camera or snacks. I also love that it has top and bottom straps (it can strap down my tent on top and my thermarest on the bottom w/ no problem which makes for even more space inside). Two bottle pockets on each side make it very convenient for easy access to water bottles. Can easily fit a 32oz bottle on each side (nice when hiking in dry environment where water is sparse) It also has a compartment inside to house a bladder up to 3L i believe. I would easily buy this pack again when mine gives up on me. SO FAR ive had not one tear/rip or malfunction, however the zippers are a bit stubborn but easy to get used to. A much inexpensive, quality, alternative to the $200+ packs at REI. GREAT FOR BEGINNERS. I was so impressed with the bag that I ordered a Teton Sports Trailhead 20F degree sleeping bag which fits perfectly in the sleeping bag compartment. Pros: All the room. So many pockets. Top AND Bottom straps Rugged and can take abuse Very inexpensive Removable sleeping bag compartment separator/divider Included raincover does an amazing job Worth more than it is Very adjustable to various body types/sizes Cons: Sometimes stubborn zippers No waist/hip belt pockets for easy access to snacks/camera ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2015 by Vee Ponyo

  • Amazing pack
I bought this pack back in December and I've used it on about 11 camping trips since then. I camp usually every weekend. Or every other weekend. I've tested it on an extreme scale. I went and did the long cane trail 4 different times the same trail its only 23 miles, but I've done it 4 times with different weights. The first time I did a lite pack around 20 lbs and it was completely comfortable with no soarness after wards. Granted now I stretch before and afterwards and i'm an active body builder who goes to the gym 5 times a a week. Now the second time I went I was packing 35 lbs, only a 15 lb differnce but 15 lbs can make or break you. The pack held up the whole trip I stopped for the night with friends we made camp on a hill of near muckawaye creek which is about 3 miles from the start of the trail. Slept. Woke up the next morning hiked 7 miles to the next scenic area, then hiked it back to the camp. Now we only totalled at about 16 miles for this trip because we forgot our lunch and had to backtrack, but the back was simply amazing. The heavyiest weight I used was my standard army load which was 57lbs almost 60. Now about a mile I started feeling the straps in a good bit. We made camp at the same point about 3 miles in. Slept and repeated the trip again. Walked all the way to greenwood this time though which is about 10 miles all the way around. The bag held up to my expectations. I'm a very rugged hiker and camper. I prefer about 35lb, but i'm fine with adding more. I'll add everything I packed so you can understand that this is a very spacious pack. Pack list 4x military t-shirts 2x cargo pants 1x towel 2x wash cloths 1x soap 1x tooth brush/toothpaste 1x featherlight sleeping bag 1x wind up flashlight 2x starter logs/ the small ones for 88 cents. 2x tarps/ one for a footprint. One I use to make a vestible for gear to go under so the snow didnt damage it. 4x bungie cords 1x Ozark trail 4 person tent,which I took out the pack and put it in my bag. 1x pair of trail running shoes 1x advanced first aid kit/ifac, sam splint etc 1x tent light 1x headlamp batteries 1x hatchet which fits perfectly in the big pocket where the internal frame is. 1x purification tablets 1x sleeping pad which I put on the top of the bag utilizing the straps Overall, I would highly recommend this bag. Amazing bag for a good price and i've had north face packs, Osprey packs and one kifaru zulu pack and to me the kifaru zulu and the Teton bag are the best two I have. Great bag, spacious, comfortable and good weight distribution. 5 out of 5 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2011 by delta8113

  • Awsome backpack so far!!
Color: Olive Size: 75L
No dislikes. The price was great. It's exactly what I wanted. Weight compares to most 75L backpacks. If you want a lighter pack its going to cost much more. Backpack arrived with a torso setting for XL. My torso length is 23". I reset backpack to M = medium. Fits great now. Added 30 lbs. and started working on the other four adjustments. Waist/hip straps, shoulder straps/ pack to shoulder straps, and the small strap attached between the shoulder straps. I moved this one down about three inches with the strap fully out. I hang my phone and rag on this strap. I am now training for a long hike. 3 to 6 miles daily with 45 lbs. added to pack. 50 lbs total. I make adjustments as I hike for comfort. Pack has plenty of internal space including internal pocket for water bladder. Plenty of outside pockets, straps, and tie off points on the pack and on the shoulder straps. I've hiked 36 mile so far this month. The pack feels great. I've read were some people did not get the rain cover for the pack. It is hard to find if you do not know where to look. Its located in the very bottom of the pack on the outside. Velcro opening that looks like a seam. Almost hidden but that is the rain cover storage pocket. Very hard to open if pack is full. If you expect rain, put the cover in a better pocket or just cover the pack with it. This is not a day pack or weekend pack but can be used as one. This is a good multi-day multi-mile backpack and built to carry what you will need. With this in mind, the pack does not come with a backup buckle for the waist strap. Its plastic and could break. I've already gotten one. Easy to replace but a bad day if you don't have a backup. I hope you find this helpful. Happy trails to you all.... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2024 by SCOTT POSEY

  • 85L Pack is perfectly sized
Color: Black Size: 85L
Terrific pack! I'm 6'1", 200 lbs, and it fits me perfectly. I do a lot of week long+ kayaking trips, and this bag offers more than enough space to hold all of my gear. The main, upper area fits a FULL 40L dry bag. I laid out all of my gear and even packed food, water, and snacks for a week long trip, and I still had room. I used the lower area, usually reserved for sleeping bags, and I put my 20L bear bag full of goodies with room to spare. Large pockets on the outside allow me fast access to gloves, headlamps, water filter, and maps. The two pockets on the waist man's will get used a lot more than you realize, and the water bottle holders each perfectly fit a Nalgene bottle or a large canister of bear mace. Straps are comfortable, with good adjustment, and the padding is more than sufficient. Almost forgot about the built in rain fly; good stuff. So, now I'm fully packed, about 50 pounds, and it's very comfortable on my hips. If you're a rounder individual, the chest strap connecting the shoulder straps may not be long enough for you, but I still highly recommend this pack. Perfect for longer excursions, or a fully prepped bug out bag. I'm buying another one, maybe a touch smaller, for the Mrs. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2025 by The Lint Trap

  • Good value for getting into multiple night hikes
Good value. I use it for multiple night hikes. I've section hiked parts of the AT with it and I've hit some state lands in the eastern US for quieter hikes with no shelters, etc. I paid $86.00 for it in November of 2025 instead of spending $320.00 for an Osprey Atmos 65. The Osprey's a pound lighter, but the weight savings wasn't a concern for me. I'm careful about what I pack and I weigh everything, and I didn't see much benefit for one pound at those prices. I've taken two weekend hikes with this since I upgraded from what was essentially a 50L frameless day pack, and this was a huge upgrade from that. I've been kind of minimalist but I wanted to carry a little more gear to extend the hiking season in spring and fall but also to be prepared for more variety in weather and this pack gave me the extra capacity. The adjustable torso length is excellent. Watch some REI videos on YouTube on fitting your pack, and it will make any pack more comfortable, and this one is no exception. The hip belt on this has nice padding and the hip belt pockets are large and useful. I have a metal mesh sack to hang my food and that goes in the sleeping bag compartment. My sleeping bag and tent go in the bottom and my sleeping pad is strapped outside with the straps. Water filtration, rain gear, paracord, and first aid go in the outside pockets along with a plastic 1L diet Coke bottle I use for water. The other mesh pocket holds my cold soak Talenti container. Electronics and ID go in the brain which has upper and lower zipped pockets. Clothes, sleeping bag, and sleeping bag liner go inside along with my fleece. I clip a step counter onto the sternum strap. I use a water bladder and the setup for that is fine. I can't reach my water bottle in the mesh side pocket in the back, but that's my filter bottle anyway. From the description, they may have moved that a bit since I bought mine. The buckles are standard. I recommend buying a spare buckle for a few bucks as insurance. I have had no problems with the buckles, but the last thing I want is to be three days from my car with a broken buckle that weighs nothing, takes up little room, and costs a pittance. When you get this pack, train with it loaded and adjust the fit. I walk with multiple times a week and climb up 131 stairs at work with it every day, then descend. I only have two hikes under my belt with this pack, but I've worn it at least part of the day probably 100 of the roughly 120 days I've owned it. I've had a good amount of time to shake it out and get a feel for it. Fiddle with it until 80% of the weight is on your hips and it doesn't slouch or slop around. If you are new to this, I really can't say enough about how important it is to learn how to fit your pack to your body. I believe a lot of dissatisfaction with backpacks results from bad adjustments more than bad packs. I load out for a week, including everything I wear at 30 pounds. That's food, water, shoes, everything I wear, trekking poles, etc. I weigh everything and keep a spreadsheet. This pack helps me carry all of it comfortably and reliably. Perhaps someday, I'll fork over $300.00+ for an ultralight pack, but I'm not convinced it's worth it to save a pound that I could just lose by being in better shape by hiking more often. At this point, I believe my "spend money to save weight" can be maxed out on an ultralight tent first, and then, maybe, a different pack. Until then, this has been and will continue to be a useful pack for me in the woods and on the mountains. Unless this is the "for the rest of your life" pack or unless you are seriously concerned about weight, this is a solid pack for the money. Is it the "best" pack? No, but it's not $300.00+ either. It's a good solid pack for someone who hikes sometimes and doesn't want to spend a fortune. If I were to decide to thru-hike the AT, I'd probably figure out a way to use a 55L pack from Durston that's only 2 pounds, but it would cost more and carry less. As with everything in backpacking, it's a tradeoff of money for weight. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2026 by blahblahfoo

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