Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
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 | Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 600D Recycled polyester, 150D Recycled polyester |
Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 177 accept both. 4 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a minimalist backpack mistaken for humble. Consider the dimensions - 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 10 inches deep. Tipping the scale at merely 0.7 pounds, it is incredibly lightweight yet accommodates up to 16 liters’ worth of cargo. Crafted from 500D Cordura, bags under this label are designed to last, with an unsuspected interior volume able to house a panoply of daily essentials. As adopted from reviewers, "'well designed…will last you a lifetime… elegantly simple'", the Tarahumara is touted as the best solution for one-daypack seekers.
The Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack, on the other hand, is your ultimate security reserve. Its size doesn't give away its capacity - it is 14 inches tall, 31 inches wide, 46 inches deep and weighs 0.72 pounds. This pack houses a maximum load capacity of 25 liters. Made from 600D recycled polyester, it truly embodies Pacsafe's commitment to ethical creation. Its design is a trove of anti-theft features, like the eXomesh slash guard, lockable zippers, and RFID blocking pockets.
To recap, differences include:
- Size: Tarahumara (44x24x10) vs Pacsafe Go 25L (14x31x46)
- Weight: Tarahumara (0.7 lbs) vs Pacsafe Go 25L (0.72 lbs)
- Capacity: Tarahumara (16L) vs Pacsafe Go 25L (25L)
- Material: Tarahumara (500D Cordura) vs Pacsafe Go 25L (600D Recycled polyester)
- Laptop Compartment: Tarahumara (none) vs Pacsafe Go 25L (16-inch compartment)
- Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara (100%) vs Pacsafe Go 25L (82%)
- Notable Features: Tarahumara's center zip convenience vs Pacsafe Go 25L's numerous anti-theft measures
Comparing these two options, your choice would boil down to personal preference. If you're all for durability and subtle utility, the Tarahumara is your pick. The quality build and convenient center zip access stand out. However, the Pacsafe Go 25L ticks the box for safety-conscious individuals seeking a blend of secure functionality and comfort, with a timeless design that smoothly transitions between environments. Either way, both packs confidently address your carry on backpack needs.