Timbuk2 Parkside vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Parkside | Feature | Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 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 | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 840d ballistic nylon 6 balanced woven with durable C0 water repellent finish | |
Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2
| Capacity | 24 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×29×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $280 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Parkside and Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2
- Opening: Other on the Timbuk2 Parkside; Clamshell on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Timbuk2 Parkside; No on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
- Water resistant: No on the Timbuk2 Parkside; Yes on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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. 178 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Timbuk2 Parkside vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Parkside carries 1L more than the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24 V2 (25L vs. 24L), while the Timbuk2 Parkside is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.4kg). 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 Timbuk2 Parkside; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Parkside is the better call.