The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack

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

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Alamere 24 Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L 18L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 1lb 7oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Nylon
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Vintage White/Horizon Red
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps with multiple clasps to keep it in place.
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets Front zipper pockets for other essentials,
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Alamere 24 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 The North Face Alamere 24 Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Vintage White/Horizon Red.