The main difference between the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Explorer 4000 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TETON Sports | The North Face |
Name | Explorer 4000 Backpack | Chimera 24L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Travel | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 65L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 32 x 18 x 12 | 23 x 13 x 4 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | 1lb 5oz | |
Fabric | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 3.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | Adjustable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
Zippers | Weather-guard zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Top access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Main and secondary compartments | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels | FlashDry back panel |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Built-in hydration sleeve |
TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack has a capacity of 65L (liters), weighs 5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 32 x 18 x 12. It's made of Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell and is available in 4 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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