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

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Crestone Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist belt) while the Crestone Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Crestone Backpack
Category Hiking Daypack
Sub Category Backpacking Outdoor
Capacity (L) 24L 27.5L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 18.13 x 11 x 8.25
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 1
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with metal 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 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Two webbing top handles
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack 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 Crestone Backpack's capacity is 27.5L with a size of 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black.