The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack
The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
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| Specs | Brand | The North Face | TETON Sports |
| Name | Chimera 24L Backpack | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
| Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
| Sub Category | Backpacking | Travel | |
| Capacity (L) | 24L | 65L | |
| Dimensions (in) | 23 x 13 x 4 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
| Weight (lb) | 1lb 5oz | 5 | |
| Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
| Color | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | 4 colors and patterns | |
| Warranty | Lifetime | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | |
| Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
| Rating | 3.7 | 4.7 | |
| Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
| General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
| Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
| Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | |
| Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
| Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Weather-guard zippers | |
| Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top access | |
| External Pockets | Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
| Internal Compartments | Main and secondary compartments | ||
| Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | |
| 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 | FlashDry back panel | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
| 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 | Built-in hydration sleeve | Yes | |
You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Explorer 4000 Backpack by TETON Sports .
The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel 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 TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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