Timbuk2 Blink vs. Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Blink | Feature | Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| Water Bottle Holder | N | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600-denier 100% recycled polyester, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester | |
Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×27×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $79 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Blink and Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L
- Compression straps: Yes on the Timbuk2 Blink; No on the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L.
- Passport pocket: Front on the Timbuk2 Blink; No on the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Timbuk2 Blink; 1 on the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 167 accept both. 0 accept only the Timbuk2 Blink, and 7 accept only the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L.
Only the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L fits
Air Niugini, Belavia, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, WestJet.
Timbuk2 Blink vs. Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L carries 1L more than the Timbuk2 Blink (24L vs. 25L), while the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L is the lighter pack at 0.45kg (vs. 0.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L is the better call.