Timbuk2 Blink vs. Millican Miscellaneous Adventures
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Blink | Feature | Millican Miscellaneous Adventures |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | side |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| Water Bottle Holder | ||
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled polyester made from 40 PET bottlesC6 DWR water repellent treatmentPU1500 waterproof coating | |
Millican Miscellaneous Adventures
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×29×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Blink and Millican Miscellaneous Adventures
- Passport pocket: Front on the Timbuk2 Blink; Side on the Millican Miscellaneous Adventures.
Both have: 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. 166 accept both. 1 accept only the Timbuk2 Blink, and 3 accept only the Millican Miscellaneous Adventures.
Only the Timbuk2 Blink fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Only the Millican Miscellaneous Adventures fits
Oman Air, Royal Jordanian, WestJet.
Timbuk2 Blink vs. Millican Miscellaneous Adventures: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Blink carries 6L more than the Millican Miscellaneous Adventures (24L vs. 18L), while the Timbuk2 Blink is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Millican Miscellaneous Adventures fits 89% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Timbuk2 Blink; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Blink is the better call.