The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs Kelty Coyote 105 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the Kelty Coyote 105 Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Coyote 105 Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Kelty Coyote 105 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Kelty
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Coyote 105 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 24L 105L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 38 x 22 x 14
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 5.8
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Poly 420D Small Back Stafford
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 19, 2019
Rating 3.7 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Padded hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access J-zip top loading access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 2 front, 2 side and 2 zippered wing pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Daisy chains and sleeping bag compartment
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Coyote 105 Backpack by Kelty .


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Kelty 's Coyote 105 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 13 x 4. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy in comparison the Kelty Coyote 105 Backpack's capacity is 105L with a size of 38 x 22 x 14 inches. Constructed from Poly 420D Small Back Stafford it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.