Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Signature vs Thule Sapling
The Journey PerfectFIT Signature lists for $30 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Signature | Thule Sapling | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hiking carrier | Hiking carrier |
| List price | $369.95Lowest price | $399.95 |
| Child weight | 16–40 lb | 16–40 lb |
| Newborn without insert | Not listed | No |
| Carry positions | Back | Back |
| Carrier weight | Not listed | 8.4 lb |
| Fabric | Not listed | 420D nylon, 100% recycled P600 (all materials PFC free) |
| Machine washable | Not listed | No |
| Sizes | One size (torso 15.5-21 in) | One size (adjustable torso and hip belt) |
| Frame | Aluminum | Internal aluminum frame (per REI) |
| Storage | 26 L (1587 in3); 4 exterior pockets incl. zippered waistbelt pocket and side bottle pocket | 22L gear compartment with side zipper access |
Kelty Journey PerfectFIT Signature
The middle Kelty Journey carrier, with a sunshade and 26 L of storage at the same weight as the base PerfectFIT.
- Sunshade included
- 26 L of storage
- Adjustable foot stirrups
- Not hydration compatible
- Fewer pockets than the Elite
Thule Sapling
Thule's mid-size hiking child carrier: 22 L of storage, adjustable torso and hip belt, 40 lb child limit and 48.5 lb total load per Thule.
- 22 L gear compartment
- Fully adjustable torso and hip belt
- Recycled nylon fabric
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Journey PerfectFIT Signature or Sapling?
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Is the Journey PerfectFIT Signature cheaper than the Sapling?
Yes. $369.95 versus $399.95 list price.
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