Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty The North Face
Name Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 90L 24L
Dimensions (in) 31 x 23 x 16 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 5.8 1lb 5oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Black Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 4.9 3.7
Price Under $225 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ventilating shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap HDPE-reinforced waistbelt Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ventilated back panel FlashDry back panel
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack has a capacity of 90L (liters), weighs 5.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 31 x 23 x 16. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.