Timbuk2 Parkside vs. United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Parkside | Feature | United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 39×34×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $120 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Parkside and United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Timbuk2 Parkside; Hideable on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Timbuk2 Parkside; 2 on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Timbuk2 Parkside; No on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Timbuk2 Parkside; 2, side on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Water resistant: No on the Timbuk2 Parkside; Yes on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
Both have: passport pocket, sternum strap, laptop sleeve.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 177 accept both. 1 accept only the Timbuk2 Parkside, and 4 accept only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
Only the Timbuk2 Parkside fits
Air Niugini.
Only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits
Air Tahiti, Gulf Air, VivaColombia, Volaris.
Timbuk2 Parkside vs. United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Parkside carries the same capacity as the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall (25L vs. 25L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Timbuk2 Parkside; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Parkside is the better call.