Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40
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 | Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop |
Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×35×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 67% |
| Price | $185 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 3 on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 2 on the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
Both have: sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 127 accept both. 54 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
Hunting for a new carry on backpack? Let's compare Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40 - two solid options that have the potential to be your next travel companion.
The Tarahumara, crafted by Hill People Gear, makes a standing impression with its 44" height, 24" width, and 10" depth. It weighs only 0.7 lbs and is able to carry 16 liters. The Tarahumara is compatible with 100% of airlines, making it an excellent choice for frequent flyers. Add the fact that it's made from robust 500D Cordura and you've got yourself a bag that can withstand the test of time. However, it doesn't have a laptop compartment. Nonetheless, one reviewer mentioned it as a "well built bag that'll last you a lifetime."
Compared to Tarahumara, the Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40 is larger - 53" tall, 36" wide, and 23" deep - but with the added size comes an increased weight of 1.4 lbs. Featuring a 40 liters capacity, it outcompetes the Tarahumara in terms of space. Yet, note that it may not fit every airline's carry-on standards because it's compatible with only 60% of airlines. Despite this, it has an edge with its 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop build and an added feature of a laptop compartment that can fit a 15-inch laptop. One user praised the Farpoint's quality, saying, "As always with Osprey products, the overall quality of the Farpoint is excellent."
Here's how the two compare in bullet points:
- Size: Tarahumara (44" x 24" x 10") vs Farpoint (53" x 36" x 23")
- Weight: Tarahumara (0.7 lbs) vs Farpoint (1.4 lbs)
- Volume: Tarahumara (16 liters) vs Farpoint (40 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara (100%) vs Farpoint (60%)
- Material: Tarahumara (500D Cordura) vs Farpoint (210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop)
- Laptop Compartment: Tarahumara (0 inch) vs Farpoint (15 inch)
Each backpack has its own merits. If you're looking for a compact, lightweight, and universally compatible carry-on backpack, the Tarahumara is a stellar choice. Its rugged 500D Cordura construction and minimalist design were widely commended. Yet, if you're a digital nomad who needs to transport your laptop or if you require more packing space, the Farpoint might be the better pick. Its larger carrying capacity, durability, and extra feature of a laptop compartment make it a highly recommended product among travelers.
It's all down to your needs and preferences. Whether it's Hill People Gear Tarahumara's lightweight convenience or Osprey Farpoint Travel Pack 40's generous space and laptop portability, both backpacks are worthy of your consideration. They do their jobs well and have left many customers happy with their purchase.