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

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

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Recon Backpack Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Recon Backpack
Category Hiking Sports
Sub Category Backpacking Running
Capacity (L) 24L 30L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 19.25 x 13 x 7
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 2
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy 20+ colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime The North Face Lifetime Warranty
Release Date July 12, 2012
Rating 3.7 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Removable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Extendable front stash pocket with daisy chains and fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel
Reflective Safety Strips 360-degree reflective accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face 's Recon Backpack is a Sports backpack with Running 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 Recon Backpack's capacity is 30L with a size of 19.25 x 13 x 7 inches. Constructed from Nylon with Non-PFC DWR Finish it weighs 2 pounds and is available in 20+ colors and patterns.