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

The main difference between the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack and the Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag is that the Upslope 20L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag does not.

Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Front View
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Upslope 20L Backpack Chasm 40L Duffel Bag
Category Sports Sport
Sub Category Ski Gym
Capacity (L) 20L 40L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 11 x 21.3 22 x 13 x 10
Weight (lb) 1.7 3.1
Fabric 420D Nylon Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base
Color 2 colors and patterns 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Thule Guarantee
Release Date November 27, 2020 May 7, 2020
Rating 4.4 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather-resistant material
Main Compartment Access Top and side zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets Zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve Internal mesh pockets to organize small items
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top and side grab handles
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 Internal and external compression straps 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 Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule against the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag by Thule .


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

The Thule Upslope 20L Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 11 x 21.3. It's made of 420D Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns 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.