Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L
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 | Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 65L |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 100% recycled 600D nylon canvas. 900D Ottoman-weave Poly bottom fabric. Woven nylon straps with Hypalon. |
Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Weight | 1.77 kg |
| Dimensions | 66×38×30 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $220 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
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. 1 accept both. 180 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
When it comes to lightweight carry on backpacks, there's no overlooking the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L. Both bring distinct features and quality to the field of backpack designs. The Tarahumara is smaller and lighter at 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, 10 inches deep, and weighing 0.7 pounds. The Duffelpack, on the other hand, measures 30 inches by 38 inches by 66 inches and weighs in at a slightly heavier 1.77 pounds.
- Comparisons Between the Two:
- Using a 500D Cordura material, the Tarahumara promises long-life use and less weight. In contrast, the Duffelpack is constructed with 100% recycled 600D nylon canvas overlaid with 900D Ottoman-weave Poly fabric at the base.
- The Tarahumara also boasts of a 16 liters capacity, while the Duffelpack offers a larger 45 liters space.
- While the Tarahumara can reportedly fit with all airlines (100% compatibility), the Duffelpack may encounter obstacles, only harmonizing with 18% airlines.
- Both backpacks can't accommodate laptops.
Switching quickly to buyers' viewpoints, the Tarahumara has been termed 'elegantly simple, well designed, and well built' by reviewers. With ample space to hold a day's worth of necessities, users praise it for its durability and ability to blend in foreign landscapes. The Duffelpack, not to be outdone, has been dubbed 'perfect for those with a lot to carry.' Reviewers surface its striking design, extreme weather-resistant construction, and its adaptability for different carrying preferences (duffle bag or backpack, anyone?) as standout qualities.
Offering side by side the features of the Tarahumara and the Duffelpack confirms all claims. Ideal for day hikes, the Tarahumara offers a convenient center zip for accessing the main compartment and high-quality materials that promise longevity. The Duffelpack, thus, is a good grab for big haul adventurers who plan on longer trips needing more space – think expandable to 65L. With its origami dividers and sturdy, weatherproof construction, one customer summed up its worth 'it’s (Duffelpack) not an everyday bag, but it’s not meant to be.' Meaning, when you need it, it'll step up right on cue. The choice now? Depends on the adventure you have in mind.