The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Scout 3400 Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
TETON Sports Scout 3400 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face TETON Sports
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Scout 3400 Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Travel
Capacity (L) 24L 55L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 30 x 17 x 12
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 4.4
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 November 5, 2008
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 chest 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 bottom zipped pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments Large capacity with multi-pockets and 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
Loops and Attachments Front elastic cord, D-rings, and gear loops
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Bottom loading straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded lumbar and back panel
Rain Cover Rainfly included
Internal / External Frame Internal Frame
Adjustable Length Torso Multi-position torso adjustments
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 3L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Scout 3400 Backpack by TETON Sports.


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while TETON Sports's Scout 3400 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 Scout 3400 Backpack's capacity is 55L with a size of 30 x 17 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 4.4 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .