Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. ILE Travel 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 | ILE Travel Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | Dimension Polyant VX21 |
ILE Travel Pack
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×31×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $380 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and ILE Travel Pack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the ILE Travel Pack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the ILE Travel Pack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the ILE Travel Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the ILE Travel Pack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the ILE Travel Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the ILE Travel Pack.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, 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. 133 accept both. 48 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the ILE Travel Pack.
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, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, 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, WestJet, Xiamen.
Whether you're an unwavering outdoor enthusiast or a frequent city-trekker, a sturdy, reliable backpack is crucial. Today, our sights are trained on two products, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the ILE Travel Pack. Both boasting excellent reviews, we'll dissect the features, capacities, compatibility, and materials of both packs as we navigate this head-to-head comparison.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. ILE Travel Pack
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Size: Tarahumara stands at 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide and 10 inches deep. Comparatively, the ILE Travel Pack takes things up a notch with a height of 54 inches, width of 21 inches, and depth of 31 inches.
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Weight: Despite its robust features, the Tarahumara is surprisingly lightweight at 0.7 pounds, while the ILE Travel Pack boasts a literal weightlessness, weighing in at 0 pounds.
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Capacity: The Tarahumara has a capacity of 16 liters, providing a compact but efficient space for essentials. Alternatively, the ILE Travel Pack more than doubles that capacity with a roomy 40 liters.
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Airline Compatibility: The Tarahumara takes the lead, boasting compatibility with 100% of airlines; the ILE Travel Pack trails slightly behind at 98% compatibility.
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Materials: The Tarahumara is crafted from 500D Cordura, while the ILE Travel Pack is made of Dimension Polyant VX21.
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Laptop Compartment: The Tarahumara doesn't provide space for a laptop. However, the ILE Travel Pack proposes a compartment that can fit a 16 inch laptop.
The Tarahumara, described as "well-designed, well-executed, and well built," proves its exceptional build quality with materials that will "last a lifetime". Its center zip design, offering convenience and easy access to the main compartment, coupled with its perfect size for day hiking makes it a top contender.
In contrast, the ILE Travel Pack is where comfort and optimal usage meet, as reviewers mention its excellent resistance to weather and the trendy aesthetic that fits any environment, whether office or outdoors. The pack also maximizes its robust 40-litre capacity maintaining a comfortable user experience even without load lifters.
To conclude, both packs carry their weight and stand out in terms of quality, design, and functionality. While the perfect choice would largely depend on personal preference, it's safe to say that you can't go wrong with either of these exceptional products.