Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Farpoint Trek 55 has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops ) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 55 Frontview
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Osprey The North Face
Name Farpoint Trek 55 Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Travel Backpacking
Capacity (L) 55L 24L
Dimensions (in) 25 x 13 x 12 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 3.9 1lb 5oz
Fabric 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color 2 colors and patterns Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Osprey Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date August 18, 2010
Rating 4.8 3.7
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belts Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Large panel zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Heat-embossed scratch-free zippered slash pocket, detachable daypack Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Internal front flap zippered mesh pocket Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded top and side handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Lockable laptop and tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowaway backpanel, harness and hipbelt with zippered rear flap
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Smooth mesh covered atilon foam back panel FlashDry back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal 3.5mm lightWire peripheral frame
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable sliders on main compartment zipper
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Farpoint Trek 55 by Osprey against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


Osprey 's Farpoint Trek 55 is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The Osprey Farpoint Trek 55 has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 25 x 13 x 12. It's made of 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and is available in 2 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.