Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. SuperDry Mega Ripstop Tarp Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×24×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $125 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | SuperDry Mega Ripstop Tarp Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | N |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 0 | Laptop | 17 |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 6 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500D Cordura | Polyester |
SuperDry Mega Ripstop Tarp Backpack
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×35×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $75 |
Starting with the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, this robust backpack measures at 44 inches in height, 24 inches width and 10 inches deep. With an overall lightweight feeling, it weighs only 0.7 pounds, meaning your carry-on weight is mostly your packed items and not the bag itself. It houses 16 litres of your belongings, and, splendidly, fits the carry-on dimensions for 100% of the airlines. Quality for this compact bag is unquestionable as it is made of the durable 500D Cordura. Unfortunately, it lacks a laptop compartment tuning it more towards the adventure traveler rather than the business traveler.
Making a comparison, the SuperDry Mega Ripstop Tarp Backpack is slightly larger. This bag measures 45 inches tall, 35 inches wide, 15 inches deep and manages to offer 21 litres of packing space. Shockingly, despite its size advantage, it comes in weightless which raises a few questions about its stability. Aesthetically made out of polyester, it is compatible with most airlines, missing the 100% mark by a mere 1%. One of its key differences from the Tarahumara is the presence of a laptop compartment that can house a 17-inch laptop.
In bullet point terms to summarise:
- Size: Tarahumara: 44”x24”x10” vs SuperDry: 45”x35”x15”
- Weight: Tarahumara: 0.7lbs vs SuperDry: 0lbs
- Capacity: Tarahumara: 16L vs SuperDry: 21L
- Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara: 100% vs SuperDry: 99%
- Material: Tarahumara: 500D Cordura vs SuperDry: Polyester
- Laptop Compartment: Tarahumara: 0 inches vs SuperDry: 17 inches
Reviewers have praised the Hill People Gear Tarahumara for its design, durability and size, ideal for day hiking. It's a pack that evidently offers value for the long haul. On the other hand, the SuperDry Mega Ripstop Tarp Backpack is highlighted for its waterproof capabilities and the inclusion of a dedicated laptop compartment. It appears suitable for users who need to carry tech gear in any weather. Whatever your needs, both packs have qualities that make them great to buy, but choose wisely to fit your specific travel or everyday requirements.