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.
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 |
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.
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