Kelty Trekker 3900 (2009) External Frame Backpack

Product Highlights

Updated for 2009! Over half a century ago, Dick Kelty unveiled a rugged and reliable pack for avid backpackers. Based on that simple, classic design, the Kelty Trekker 3900 external frame pack remains a trail favorite, especially for women or men with shorter than average torso lengths.

The Trekker 3900’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. However, it is important to remember that the rigidity of an external frame can hamper flexibility for off-trail scrambling.

A fully adjustable suspension system accommodates an array of torso lengths, ranging from 14"-20". Though many other external frame packs offer torso adjustability, few will accommodate a torso shorter than 16" in length. The Trekker 3900’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. The elt stabilizer straps help to transfer weight onto the hips. The Trekker 3900’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 Trekker 3900 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. An internal "hold-open" bar keeps the packbag open, making it easier to pack your gear.

Other features found on the Trekker 3900 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 Trekker 3900 hydration compatible.

The Kelty Tioga 3900 is available in a Khaki/Gray color scheme.