The North Face Flyweight Pack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Flyweight Pack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Flyweight Pack has Packable / Foldable (Easily packs into its own secure-zip pocket) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.

The North Face Flyweight Pack Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Flyweight Pack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Daypack Hiking
Sub Category Travel Backpacking
Capacity (L) 17L 24L
Dimensions (in) 17 x 10.5 x 7.5 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 0.4 1lb 5oz
Fabric Nylon With Cordura 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color 4 colors and patterns Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty The North Face Lifetime Warranty Lifetime
Release Date July 13, 2019
Rating 4.4 3.7
Price Under $50 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable-mesh shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish Water-resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped back pocket, 1 front and 2 side pockets Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Easily packs into its own secure-zip pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Built-in hydration sleeve

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


The North Face 's Flyweight Pack is a Daypack backpack with Travel features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Flyweight Pack has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs 0.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 10.5 x 7.5. It's made of Nylon With Cordura and is available in 4 colors and patterns 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.