Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. ILE ASNMNT
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 | ILE ASNMNT |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 2 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 900D Cordura or X-Pac |
ILE ASNMNT
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 68.6×30.5×15.2 cm |
| Airline fit | 12% |
| Price | $260 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and ILE ASNMNT
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the ILE ASNMNT.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Rolltop on the ILE ASNMNT.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the ILE ASNMNT.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Removable on the ILE ASNMNT.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the ILE ASNMNT.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the ILE ASNMNT.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 2 on the ILE ASNMNT.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 23 accept both. 158 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the ILE ASNMNT.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, 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, 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, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, 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, 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, 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, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
When it comes to choosing the right carry-on backpack, both the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the ILE ASNMNT each present their own distinctive features that make them attractive options. Let's kick off with the Tarahumara. This pack, created by Hill People Gear is durable and compact. The dimensions are 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, making it a breeze to carry on. With a weight of mere 0.7 pounds and a hearty 16-litre capacity, the Tarahumara is a contender to be considered. The highlight of this backpack is its compatibility with 100% of airlines, meaning you can reach any corner of the globe without a gitch. Crafted from 500D Cordura, this backpack is robust and thoughtfully designed with a well-organized storage system, however, there is no laptop compartment.
Comparatively, Inside Line Equipment's ILE ASNMNT pack stands tall at 68.6 inches, with a width of 15.2 inches and depth of 30.5 inches. Even with larger dimensions, the ASNMNT astonishingly weighs zero pounds and offers a sizable 25 litres of storage capacity. It's worth noting that the ILE ASNMNT is only compatible with 30% of airlines, a drawback if you're aiming for global trotting. But, the ASNMNT does edge out the Tarahumara with an emphasis on tech, sporting a laptop compartment that fits a 15-inch laptop. Crafted from either the 900D Cordura or X-Pac materials, the ILE ASNMNT is a rugged backpack with quality all over.
Midway Comparison:
- Tarahumara measures 44 inches in height, 24 inches in width and 10 inches in depth, while the ASNMNT measures 68.6 inches tall, 15.2 inches wide, and 30.5 inches deep.
- The Tarahumara weighs 0.7 pounds, while the ASNMNT is impressively weightless.
- The Tarahumara has a capacity of 16 litres, while the ASNMNT boasts a larger 25-litre capacity.
- The Tarahumara is broadly compatible with 100% of airlines, compared to ASNMNT's compatibility with 30% of airlines.
- While both made of Cordura, Tarahumara is composed of a 500D variety and the ASNMNT of either 900D Cordura or X-Pac.
- Laptop compartment is missing from the Tarahumara, but is present in the ASNMNT, fitting a 15-inch laptop.
We've heard positive reviews about both backpacks from users. One reviewer praises the Tarahumara for its well-designed structure, built for longevity. Another notable perk for this backpack is its substantial internal space despite its compact exterior. Meanwhile, the ILE ASNMNT is lauded for its versatility, ability to house tech safely, and its impressive weatherproof design. Also noted is the aesthetically pleasing design of the ASNMNT, which fits comfortably in various environments. All factors consider, both the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the ILE ASNMNT offer distinct features and benefits. Your choice ultimately depends on your unique requirements and preferences. Happy packing!