Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Jansport Driver 8 Backpack
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 Driver 8 Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 600 Denier Polyester / 420 Denier Nylon |
Jansport Driver 8 Backpack
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 3 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×35×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 38% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Jansport Driver 8 Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 72 accept both. 109 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aer Lingus, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Croatia Air, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, InselAir, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, 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, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
When it comes to carry on backpacks, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack stand as strong contenders. Each brings its own unique features and advantages to the table.
Starting with the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, you get a pack that's perfectly sized for day hiking. It weighs a mere 0.7 pounds, so it's light enough to carry around for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. The 500D Cordura material gives the bag its robust and durable characteristics; it's a bag that's built to last. And with 16 liters of capacity, it offers sufficient room for your essential items. However, it lacks a laptop compartment.
On the other hand, the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack is a bigger and heavier option, weighing in at 3 pounds. However, it’s made from high-quality 600 Denier Polyester / 420 Denier Nylon which guarantees durability. With a massive 36 liters of capacity, it surpasses the Tarahumara in terms of storage space. Moreover, it has a dedicated compartment that can fit a 15-inch laptop, making it a more suitable choice for students or professionals needing to haul their laptop around.
- Size: Tarahumara (44x24x10 inches), Driver 8 (25x35x53 inches)
- Weight: Tarahumara (0.7 pounds), Driver 8 (3 pounds)
- Capacity: Tarahumara (16 liters), Driver 8 (36 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara (100%), Driver 8 (47%)
- Material: Tarahumara (500D Cordura), Driver 8 (600D Polyester/420D Nylon)
- Laptop Compartment: Tarahumara (No), Driver 8 (Yes, fits 15 inches)
When users talk about the Tarahumara, they rave about its 'well designed, well-executed, and well-built' design. In contrast, users have praised the Jansport Driver 8's sturdiness, the ease of use of the telescoping handle, and the organization the bag offers.
In closing, both the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Jansport Driver 8 Backpack cater to different needs and preferences. If you're all about lightweight and durability combined with ample storage for a day hike, you might lean towards the Tarahumara. But if you're in search of a multifunctional bag that can convert from a backpack to a roller, hold a lot of things including a 15-inch laptop, and is available at a great price, the Driver 8 might be the way to go.