Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L
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 | Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | Shell fabric: 500d High Tenacity Nylon 6,6 with Air Textured Yarn and Water Repellent Finish Lining: 420d HT nylon with PU coating |
Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×30×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 73% |
| Price | $220 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Removable on the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
Both have: backpack straps, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 138 accept both. 43 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L.
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, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Pakistan International, Ravn Alaska, 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), Volotea, Xiamen.
Getting straight down to business. The Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Evergoods Civic Half Zip 26L are both highly sleek and purpose-built carry on backpacks, there's no doubt about it. Nonetheless, they do vary in several aspects and the question comes down to which pack best suits your needs.
The Tarahumara by Hill People Gear is the lighter of the two, weighing in at a mere 0.7 pounds which can be of great advantage for those looking to shave weight. Its compartments leave a lot to be desired as it has no laptop sleeve, a potential deal-breaker for tech-savvy travellers. Made of 500D Cordura, it's robust and sure to withstand the trials of travel. It boasts a large 44-inch height, beneficial for those taller individuals or those wanting extra storage height.
As for the Evergoods Half Zip, it's a heavier yet has more to offer in terms of storage capacity, accommodating up to 26 liters. The laptop sleeve comfortably fits a 17-inch laptop making it friendlier for business travellers or digital nomads. Its material is a blend of 500d High Tenacity Nylon 6,6 and 420d HT nylon, both complemented with a Water Repellent Finish, ensuring your equipment stays dry. The pack is slightly less compliant with airlines at 97%.
A bulleted comparison between the two:
- Tarahumara weighs 0.7 pounds while the Half Zip weighs 1.2 pounds.
- The Tarahumara has a height of 44 inches, compared to the Half Zip's 31 inches.
- Tarahumara doesn't have a laptop compartment, while the Half Zip can fit a 17 inch laptop.
- Both backpacks are almost equal in width.
- The Tarahumara is made from 500D Cordura, while the Half Zip is made from 500D High Tenacity Nylon 6,6 with a Water Repellent Finish.
- The Tarahumara has 16 liters of storage vs Half Zip's 26 liters.
- Tarahumara is compatible with 100% of airlines vs the Half Zip's 97%.
According to reviews, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara is commended for its perfect size for day hiking and praised for its robust build quality. It's said that the center zip lends itself to convenience in access to the main compartment. On the other hand, the Half Zip's comfort, functional pockets, and liter independent compartments have left reviewers feeling satisfied.
Remember, the best backpack for you depends wholly on your needs. If you're a light traveller or hiker searching for durability and a pack that stands tall, the Tarahumara could be the right choice. But if you're in need of a sturdy, laptop-friendly backpack with generous capacity, the Half Zip may be the pack for you.