Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Wandrd PRVKE 21
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×23×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $175 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | Wandrd PRVKE 21 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | back |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | Tarpaulin and Ballistic 1680 D Nylon Weather Resistant YKK Zippers |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Wandrd PRVKE 21
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Removable on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 3 on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Rain cover: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1, side on the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, backpack straps, hip belt, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 176 accept both. 5 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Wandrd PRVKE 21.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
The versatile Hill People Gear Tarahumara backpack presents a commendable minimalistic, robust-school approach to backpacks that's tough to beat. Built from 500D Cordura, it's undoubtedly durable and lightweight, weighing only 0.7 pounds. Its capacity of 16 liters means you’ll be able to lug all essential gear with ease, whether it's for a single day hike or regular urban commute. While this pack lacks a space for a laptop, this will not deter outdoor adventurers from considering it as the perfect go-to pack for day trips. People reviewing the pack often comment on how deceivingly spacious it is on the inside despite its slim exterior.
On the other hand, the Wandrd PRVKE 21 package offers a more sophisticated kind of durability and flexibility. Crafted from Tarpaulin and robust Ballistic 1680 D Nylon resistant YKK Zippers, it's designed to withstand the harshest of elements. Weighing at 1.3 pounds, it's a bit heavier, but it packs a punch with 21 liters of capacity, outdoing the Tarahumara pack by 5 liters. A distinguishing feature is its impressive laptop compartment that fits a 15-inch laptop, appealing to digital nomads or photographers planning to venture outdoors. It also stands out for photographers, presenting a specially-designed camera cube compartment for easy access to one's gear.
Let’s briefly compare key differences facet-to-feature:
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is lighter at 0.7 pounds, while the Wandrd PRVKE 21 weighs 1.3 pounds.
- The Hill People Gear pack capacity is 16 liters, whereas Wandrd PRVKE 21 can hold up to 21 liters.
- While both models are 100% airline compatible, the Wandrd PRVKE 21 is slightly larger in dimensions.
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is made from sturdy 500D Cordura, whereas Wandrd PRVKE 21 uses a combination of Tarpaulin and Ballistic 1680 D Nylon with YKK Zippers.
- The Tarahumara lacks a laptop compartment, whereas the PRVKE 21 can hold a laptop up to 15 inches.
Both of these backpacks speak volumes on the kind of travelers they’re geared towards. On one hand, we have the Hill People Gear Tarahumara that enters the scene with its versatile, minimalist design and roomy interior. It stands out to those looking for a simple, durable pack for day hikes or everyday carry. Reviewers of this pack particularly appreciate the perfect size, reliable quality, and convenient access to the main compartment courtesy of the center zip. Meanwhile, the Wandrd PRVKE 21 shines in its own right. Its distinctive features make it an ideal backpack for travelers who hold their valuables, passport pocket, roll-top design, and camera cube, in high esteem.
In conclusion, each backpack underlines a different approach towards travel and mobility. With marked differences in size, weight, and functionality, the individual traveler's unique needs and preferences will ultimately decide between the pared-down simplicity of the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the feature-packed Wandrd PRVKE 21.