The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack vs The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant) while the Route Rocket 16 Backpack does not.

The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Route Rocket 16 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Chimera 24L Backpack Route Rocket 16 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Backpacking Sports
Capacity (L) 24L 16L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 13 x 4 9.88 x 6.25 x 18
Weight (lb) 1lb 5oz 1lb 3oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish
Color Banff Blue/Aviator Navy Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string 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 Secure-zip top pocket
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments Half-zip pocket
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points on both sides
Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face against the Route Rocket 16 Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Route Rocket 16 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Sports 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 Route Rocket 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.88 x 6.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Body 420D recycled nylon with carbonate PU finish and non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish / side panels 300D recycled polyester tarpaulin with non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 3oz pounds and is available in Black.