The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Explore Haulaback Backpack has Laptop Sleeve (Padded) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Explore Haulaback Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Backpacking Hiking
Sub Category Hiking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 43.5L 24L
Dimensions (in) 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 3.34 1lb 5oz
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Peak Purple/Tnf Black Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime
Rating 5 3.7
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop compartment Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Four padded webbing handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded flat back panel FlashDry back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack has a capacity of 43.5L (liters), weighs 3.34 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 1.5 x 11 x 23.5. It's made of 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black in comparison the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 23 x 13 x 4 inches. Constructed from 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish it weighs 1lb 5oz pounds and is available in Banff Blue/Aviator Navy.