Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Boundary Supply Arris Pack
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 | Boundary Supply Arris Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 400D TPU Nylon |
Boundary Supply Arris Pack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 2 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 47% |
| Price | $400 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Boundary Supply Arris Pack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 17in on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1, side on the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
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. 88 accept both. 93 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Boundary Supply Arris Pack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara by Hill People Gear and the Boundary Supply Arris Pack by Boundary Supply are both carry-on backpacks favored by many travel enthusiasts. However, they differ in various aspects such as size, weight, capacity, compatibility with airlines, material, and laptop compatibility.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara stands 44 inches tall, weighing a meager 0.7 pounds with a capacity to hold goods up to 16 liters. The bag is made from 500D Cordura, and it's compatible with all airlines. It might appeal to minimalists with its tough build quality and simple design. The bag has excellent durability, but don't expect it to carry your laptop as it doesn't have a dedicated compartment for that. Reviewers describe it as being 'well designed', 'well executed', perfect size for day hiking and having a 'convenient center zip'.
On the contrary, the Boundary Supply Arris Pack leans towards 'large & heavy duty' with 23 inches in height, 33 inches in width, and 55 inches in depth, weighing 1.95 pounds. The bag flaunts a capacity of 35 liters and is made from 400D TPU nylon exterior materials. However, it's compatible with only 63% of airlines. What sets the Arris Pack at the upper hand is its laptop compartment size, which accommodates a 17-inch laptop comfortably. Reviewers love it for its durability, sophisticated design, and customizable system.
Here's a quick rundown of the differences:
- Size: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, 10 inches deep) vs Boundary Supply Arris Pack (23 inches tall, 33 inches wide, 55 inches deep)
- Weight: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (0.7 pounds) vs Boundary Supply Arris Pack (1.95 pounds)
- Capacity: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (16 liters) vs Boundary Supply Arris Pack (35 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (compatible with 100% of airlines) vs Boundary Supply Arris Pack (compatible with 63% of airlines)
- Material: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (made of 500D Cordura) vs Boundary Supply Arris Pack (made of 400D TPU nylon exterior materials)
- Laptop Compartment: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (None) vs Boundary Supply Arris Pack (Can fit a 17 inch laptop)
While both packs have their pros and cons, the one you purchase should hinge on your specific needs and preferences. If you're a minimalist or frequent flyer, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara's light weight and universal airline compatibility may be for you. Conversely, if you're a tech enthusiast who generally carries a laptop or prefers a adjustable, spacious, and modular bag, the Boundary Supply Arris Pack will best cater to your needs.