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

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Griffin Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Griffin Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Griffin Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Griffin Backpack
Category Hiking Outdoor
Sub Category Backpacking Travel
Capacity (L) 24L 65L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 15.4 x 11 x 26.4
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Nylon
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7 3.8
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with a whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Pivoting hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Wraparound J-zipper access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, 2 hip belt pocket
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 stretch side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Detachable daypack
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded adjustable back panel
Load Lifters Adjustable load lifters
Hip Belt Pockets 2 hip belt pockets
Top / Floating Lid Detachable flip-forward top lid
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective webbing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve Hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Griffin Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Travel 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 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 15.4 x 11 x 26.4 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2 pounds and is available in Asphalt Grey/Tnf Black.