The main difference between the The North Face Womens Borealis Backpack and the The North Face Chimera 24L Backpack is that the Womens Borealis Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses) while the Chimera 24L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | The North Face |
Name | Womens Borealis Backpack | Chimera 24L Backpack | |
Category | Womens | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Backpacking | |
Capacity (L) | 27L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75 | 23 x 13 x 4 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 1lb 5oz | |
Fabric | 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo | 70D IronLite nylon, non-PFC DWR finish | |
Color | 30+ colors and patterns | Banff Blue/Aviator Navy | |
Warranty | The North Face Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime | |
Rating | 4.8 | 3.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Women-specific contoured shoulder straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Adjustable waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket 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 | Padded top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front elastic bungee system, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Highly protective 15" laptop compartment | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External side compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded mesh back and breathable lumbar panel | FlashDry back panel |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Built-in hydration sleeve |
The North Face 's Womens Borealis Backpack is a Womens backpack with Everyday features while The North Face's Chimera 24L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features.
The The North Face Womens Borealis Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.75 x 13.25 x 9.75. It's made of 600D Polyester Toile, 500D Nylon Oxford Slub, 420D Nylon, 210D Cordura® Nylon Ripstop, Polyester Jacquard Camo and is available in 30+ 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.
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