The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Base Camp Small Duffel is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Base Camp Small Duffel does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Base Camp Duffel - S Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Base Camp Small Duffel
Category Hiking Travel
Sub Category Backpacking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 24L 50L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 13 x 21 x 13
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2.0
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 13, 2018
Rating 3.7 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Detachable, adjustable, alpine-cut shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant Non-PFC durable water-repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls D-zip opening with a weather resistant flap
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Main compartment has a secure-zip mesh pocket and an end-cap mesh sleeve pocket for more organization
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Two padded side handles
Convertible Yes
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Base Camp Small Duffel by The North Face .


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Base Camp Small Duffel is a Travel backpack with Outdoor 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 Base Camp Small Duffel's capacity is 50L with a size of 13 x 21 x 13 inches. Constructed from 1000D Phthalate-Free, Recycled PVC it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.