GORUCK GR1 21 vs. Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| GORUCK GR1 21 | Feature | Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Dyneema Composite Fabric (CT9Hw6/blkwov6) | Dry-Finish Waxed Canvas |
Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×30×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $450 |
Key differences between the GORUCK GR1 21 and Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the GORUCK GR1 21; 16in on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the GORUCK GR1 21; Yes on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the GORUCK GR1 21; 2, side on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 173 accept both. 5 accept only the GORUCK GR1 21, and 0 accept only the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
Only the GORUCK GR1 21 fits
American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
GORUCK GR1 21 vs. Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack: which should you pack?
The Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack carries 4L more than the GORUCK GR1 21 (21L vs. 25L), while the GORUCK GR1 21 is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1.3kg). For carry-on flexibility, the GORUCK GR1 21 fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the GORUCK GR1 21 is the better call.