Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag

The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag does not.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Front View
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Subterra Backpack 34L Chasm 40L Duffel Bag
Category Carry On Sport
Sub Category Travel Gym
Capacity (L) 34L 40L
Dimensions (in) 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 22 x 13 x 10
Weight (lb) 2.8 3.1
Fabric 800D Nylon Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base
Color Black 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Thule Guarantee
Release Date February 3, 2017 May 7, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $175 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather-resistant material
Main Compartment Access Roll top and side zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes Internal mesh pockets to organize small items
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle Top and side grab handles
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Foldable into its accessory pouch
Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable shoulder straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through
Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Deter theft with lockable zipper pulls
Other Features Other Features Includes accessory pouch

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag by Thule .


Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Thule 's Chasm 40L Duffel Bag is a Sport backpack with Gym features.

The Thule Subterra Backpack 34L has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5. It's made of 800D Nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag's capacity is 40L with a size of 22 x 13 x 10 inches. Constructed from Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.