Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon
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 | DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 2 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating |
DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 74% |
| Price | $275 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Rolltop on the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 139 accept both. 42 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon.
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, China Eastern, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, Xiamen.
When it comes to carrying belonging, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon are sturdy and reliable backpack options, each offering unique features befitting for different individuals.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara bag stands high and its relatively slim profile, with its 44-inch height, 24-inch width, and 10-inch depth. Despite its towering size, it just tips the scale at 0.7 pounds. Made with 500D Cordura, the Tarahumara offers a robust construction. However, it falls short on laptop storage as it doesn't provide any compartment for it. Nevertheless, with its compact size and full airline compatibility, it is perfect for hikers and day trippers. Reviewers laud it for its simplicity, durability, and interior capacity.
On the other hand, the DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon is a shorter, wider, and deeper alternative. Its 21-inch height, 49-inch width, and 28-inch depth, offer a balanced distribution of your belongings. The DSPTCH Ruckpack offers a bigger capacity at 25 liters and fits a 16-inch laptop in a dedicated compartment. Weighing 1.5 pounds, the durability is uncompromised with its 1680D Ballistic Nylon and DWR coating construction. Reviewers appreciate it for its durable yet refined aesthetic and functionality.
- Size: Tarahumara is taller but slimmer, while DSPTCH is shorter but wider.
- Weight: Tarahumara is lighter at 0.7 lbs, DSPTCH weights 1.5 lbs.
- Capacity: Tarahumara has 16 liters of capacity, while DSPTCH offers 25 liters.
- Material: Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura, DSPTCH is made of 1680D Ballistic Nylon with a DWR coating.
- Laptop Compartment: Tarahumara doesn't have a laptop compartment, whereas DSPTCH can accommodate a 16-inch laptop.
In conclusion, both bags cater to different individuals with different needs. The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is compact, lightweight, and perfect for those who travel light and love hiking or day trips. On the other hand, The DSPTCH Ruckpack - Ballistic Nylon is suited for individuals needing a larger carrying capacity and specific compartments, especially for laptops while maintaining an attractive aesthetic. Both bags are of admirable quality, ensuring users a trustworthy backpack that lasts.