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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/9m2od3sccp/timbuk2-blink/bygxwyt63x/patagonia-arbor-linked-pack-25l/"
title: "Timbuk2 Blink vs Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L"
description: "Timbuk2 Blink vs Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# Timbuk2 Blink vs. Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Timbuk2 Blink](https://onebag.travel/carryon/9m2od3sccp/timbuk2-blink/)

by [Timbuk2](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Timbuk2)

![Front facing view of the Timbuk2 Blink](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1601598566/carryons/timbukblink_zzkqd5.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>24 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>54×28×10 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>88%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$140</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>600-denier 100% recycled polyester, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/bygxwyt63x/patagonia-arbor-linked-pack-25l/)

by [Patagonia](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Patagonia)

![Front facing view of the Patagonia Arbor Linked Pack 25L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1633099605/carryons/Patagonia_Arbor_Linked_Pack_25L_kpflsj.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>25 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.45 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>49×27×13 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$79</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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.