Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag vs Thule Upslope 20L Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag and the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack is that the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather-resistant material) while the Upslope 20L Backpack does not.

Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Front View
Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Upslope 20L Backpack
Category Sport Sports
Sub Category Gym Ski
Capacity (L) 40L 20L
Dimensions (in) 22 x 13 x 10 13 x 11 x 21.3
Weight (lb) 3.1 1.7
Fabric Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base 420D Nylon
Color 4 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Thule Guarantee
Release Date May 7, 2020 November 27, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.4
Price Under $250 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather-resistant material
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Top and side zipped access
External Pockets Zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments Internal mesh pockets to organize small items Internal hydration sleeve
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves
Water Bottle No
Handles Top and side grab handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop
Convertible Yes
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Foldable into its accessory pouch
Compression Straps External compression straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable shoulder straps
Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Deter theft with lockable zipper pulls
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Includes accessory pouch

You're currently comparing the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag by Thule against the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule .


Thule 's Chasm 40L Duffel Bag is a Sport backpack with Gym features while Thule 's Upslope 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features.

The Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 13 x 10. It's made of Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 13 x 11 x 21.3 inches. Constructed from 420D Nylon it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.