Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45
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 | Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 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 | 600 Denier Polyester |
Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 65×45×29 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $72 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 2 on the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
Both have: water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 180 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, 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, Azul Linhas, 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, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, 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, Hainan Airlines, 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, Korean Air, 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, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
There's a certain charm inherent in the world of carry-on backpacks. Today, we look at two fine specimen that have garnered exceptional acclaim: the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45. Different as night and day, yet sharing an uncanny similarity in their 0.7 pounds weight, these backpacks each bring their own strengths to the fore.
The Tarahumara, a product of Hill People Gear, is a veritable masterpiece of design and utility. Boasting a hefty height of 44 inches, its dimensions of 24 inches in width and 10 inches depth contribute to a total capacity of 16 liters. It is constructed with the robust 500D Cordura, ensuring durability, and fits well in 100% of airlines. However, unlike many backpacks, it lacks a laptop compartment which could be a deciding factor for some.
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara: 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, 10 inches deep, and has a 16 liters capacity.
- The Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45: 29 inches tall, 45 inches wide, 65 inches deep, and has a 45 liters capacity.
- Both backpacks weigh 0.7 pounds.
- Material: Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura while Good Vibes is made of 600 Denier Polyester.
- Airline compatibility: Tarahumara is compatible with all airlines while Good Vibes is compatible with only 18%.
- Neither backpack has a laptop compartment.
The Jansport Good Vibes Gear Hauler 45, while not as tall as the Tarahumara at 29 inches, outdoes its counterpart with dimensions of 45 inches wide and 65 inches deep. These proportions gift it an impressive 45 liters of capacity, just about thrice that of the Tarahumara. Its construction from 600 Denier Polyester lays a strong claim of durability in uncertain times. However, its compatibility falls drastically short, being accepted by only 18% of airlines.
Both backpacks stand out with their unique offering. The Tarahumara gains an edge with reliability and assured compatibility. Its size makes it perfect for day hikes and the bag's center zip provides convenience and an added layer of security. Meanwhile, The Good Vibes Gear Hauler stands out with its range of versatility -- it can be used either as a duffle bag or a backpack. Its sizeable storage capability and a bonus lifetime warranty seal the deal for long-term use. Each has its virtues, and your choice may well depend upon your individual needs and preferences.