The North Face 70 Guide Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The North Face 70 Guide Backpack - Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name 70 Guide Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Drawstring Hiking
Sub Category Commuter Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 13 x 6 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1.74 1lb 5oz
Fabric Leather 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Carafe Green Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 5 3.7
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Fold-over opening Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the 70 Guide Backpack by The North Face against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's 70 Guide Backpack is a Drawstring backpack with Commuter features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face 70 Guide Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 1.74 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 13 x 6. It's made of Leather and is available in Carafe Green 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.