The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Fall Line Backpack

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

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Fall Line Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Fall Line Backpack
Category Hiking Motorcycle
Sub Category Backpacking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 24L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2.31
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish 400D Nylon
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7 4.6
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Shoulder-strap webbing create 360 degrees of reflectivity
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with plastic 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 pocket with stretch side panels for additional volume, Reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses or electronics, Two opaque stretch-mesh side pockets discreetly hold their contents
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments Internal organisation with a fleece-lined media pocket, secure zipped pocket and elastic webbing for cord management
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 mesh side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Comfortable, padded top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined laptop sleeve in the main compartment helps protect laptop from bumps and falls
Tablet Sleeve Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve located in the main compartment for quick access
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded mesh back panel
Reflective Safety Strips Light reflection detailing helps you stay visible in low-light conditions
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Fall Line Backpack is a Motorcycle 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 Fall Line Backpack's capacity is with a size of 7.48 x 13.78 x 19.69 inches. Constructed from 400D Nylon it weighs 2.31 pounds and is available in Black.