Timbuk2 Parkside vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Parkside | Feature | Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Shell fabric: Custom developed 840d ballistic nylon 6 balanced woven with durable water repellent finish Lining: 420d HT nylon with PU coating | |
Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×32×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 91% |
| Price | $300 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Parkside and Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2
- Opening: Other on the Timbuk2 Parkside; Clamshell on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Timbuk2 Parkside; 17in on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Timbuk2 Parkside; No on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2.
- Water resistant: No on the Timbuk2 Parkside; Yes on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 172 accept both. 6 accept only the Timbuk2 Parkside, and 0 accept only the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2.
Only the Timbuk2 Parkside fits
Air Niugini, American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Timbuk2 Parkside vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2: which should you pack?
The Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2 carries 3L more than the Timbuk2 Parkside (25L vs. 28L), while the Timbuk2 Parkside is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Timbuk2 Parkside fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 28L V2; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Parkside is the better call.