The main difference between the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack and the TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is that the Chimera 24L Backpack has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Internal Frame Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | TOPSKY Sports |
Name | Chimera 24L Backpack | Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 70L | |
Dimensions (in) | 23 x 13 x 4 | 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 5oz | 4.4 | |
Fabric | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | 100% Nylon | |
Color | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | Cyan, Green, Orange | |
Warranty | Lifetime | TOPSKY Sports Warranty | |
Release Date | October 19, 2015 | ||
Rating | 3.7 | 4.3 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Deep and dense padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist belt | Padded hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | Waterproof material | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | SBS zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Drawstring access with top floating lid | |
External Pockets | Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets | 1 bottom pocket, 2 hip belt pockets, and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Main and secondary compartments | Main compartment have dividers and hydration bladder compartment with external access | |
Side Pockets | 2 slip-in side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | D-shape hook, daisy chains, bottom loops, soft latching loops, and water pipe | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Expandable | The top can expand the pack and increase the capacity by 10 liters | ||
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | FlashDry back panel | |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | 2 hip belt pockets | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective strip design | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom compartment for shoes or sleeping bag | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Built-in hydration sleeve | Yes |
The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while TOPSKY Sports 's Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor 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 TOPSKY Sports Internal Frame Hiking Backpack 's capacity is 70L with a size of 11.81 x 11.81 x 29.53 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 4.4 pounds and is available in Cyan, Green, Orange .
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