The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack vs The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack

The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack - Front View
The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Hydra 26L Backpack Chimera 24L Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Backpacking Backpacking
Capacity (L) 26L 24L
Dimensions (in) 24 x 15 x 5 23 x 13 x 4
Weight (lb) 2 1lb 5oz
Fabric 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish
Color Goblin Blue/Beta Blue Banff Blue/Aviator Navy
Warranty Lifetime Lifetime
Rating 1 3.7
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable 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 Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 stretch side pockets, beaver-tail pocket, hydration sleeve and 2 tool keepers Side pockets, front stash pocket, 4 harness pockets
Internal Compartments Main and secondary compartments
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel FlashDry back panel FlashDry back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Integrated hydration sleeve Built-in hydration sleeve

You're currently comparing the Hydra 26L Backpack by The North Face against the Chimera 24L Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Hydra 26L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.

The The North Face Hydra 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 24 x 15 x 5. It's made of 70D IronLite nylon with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish. and is available in Goblin Blue/Beta Blue 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.