The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Main and secondary compartments ) while the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face Mountaintop
Name Chimera 24L Backpack 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L 70L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 29.9 x 13 x 10.2
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2.0
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Nylon
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Mountaintop Warranty
Release Date May 31, 2018
Rating 3.7 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap S-shaped padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Padded hip belt with pockets
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Breathable padded back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Internal / External Frame Dual aluminum internal frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic design
Adjustable Length Torso 8 level height adjuster
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve Yes

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop .


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking 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 Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack's capacity is 70L with a size of 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.