The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Kelty Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Kelty
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Hiking
Capacity (L) 24L 90L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 31 x 23 x 16
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 5.8
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Black
Warranty Lifetime Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date May 10, 2013
Rating 3.7 4.9
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Ventilating shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt HDPE-reinforced waistbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets Bottom zipped compartment and multiple side zipped 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 Belt stabilizers, daisy chain and lash points
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Ventilated back panel
Internal / External Frame Aluminum external frame
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22" adjustable torso length
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve Yes

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack by Kelty .


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Kelty 's Tioga 5500 Classic 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 Tioga 5500 Classic Backpack's capacity is 90L with a size of 31 x 23 x 16 inches. Constructed from it weighs 5.8 pounds and is available in Black.