The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Griffin 75 Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Shoulder Straps (Straight - adjustable padded strap) while the Griffin 75 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Chimera 24L Backpack | Griffin 75 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L | |
Dimensions (in) | 23 x 13 x 4 | S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 5oz | S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime | ||
Rating | 3.7 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $700 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | Molded hipbelt features two full pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Wraparound J-zip | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Flap with buckle top access | |
External Pockets | Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets | Front power-mesh pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers | |
Internal Compartments | Main and secondary compartments | ||
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Reflective webbing | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | Lightweight IronLite™ | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | FlashDry™ back panel |
Hip Belt Pockets | Molded hipbelt features two full pockets | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Built-in hydration sleeve | |
Other Features | Other Features | The patent-pending Dyno Carry System™ allows you to adjust the back panel without taking off the pack |
The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Griffin 75 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking 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 Griffin 75 Backpack's capacity is S/M - 69L / L/XL - 74L with a size of S/M - 16.1 x 11.8 x 24.8 / L/XL - 16.1 x 11.8 x 26.4 inches. Constructed from Body 210D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / boot 420D IronLite™ nylon with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs S/M - 5 lbs 8.9 oz / L/XL - 5 lbs 11.7 oz pounds and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black.
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