The main difference between the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Laptop sleeve) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | The North Face |
Name | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Chimera 24L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | 23 x 13 x 4 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 1lb 5oz | |
Fabric | Nylon | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | Lifetime | |
Release Date | May 31, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 3.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with pockets | Adjustable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | Water-resistant | |
Zippers | YKK zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Main and secondary compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable padded back panel | FlashDry back panel |
Rain Cover | Rain cover included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Dual aluminum internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | 8 level height adjuster | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Built-in hydration sleeve |
Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 70L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 29.9 x 13 x 10.2. It's made of Nylon and is available in 10+ colors and patterns 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.
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