Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
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 | Lo & Sons "The Hakuba" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 0 |
| N | Organizer | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | Recycled Poly |
Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
| Capacity | 35.5 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×34×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 47% |
| Price | $165 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 2 on the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
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. 88 accept both. 93 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba".
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a rugged, durable backpack, designed to last and serve the user in a range of settings. It's notable for its understated, sturdy build and quality of materials. Only weighing 0.7 pounds but boasting a reasonable 16-liter capacity, it's a perfect versatile daypack for technical situations. The bag's compact design is deceptive, reviewers appreciate the surprisingly spacious interior which comfortably accommodates everyday items and outdoor gear. Although devoid of a laptop compartment, its airline compatibility is comprehensive, making it suitable for global adventurers.
On the other hand, despite being slightly heavier at 1.1 pounds, The Lo & Sons "The Hakuba” upsizes on its capacity, offering a roomier 35.5 liters. This backpack uniquely meets the needs of a gym-goer office worker hybrid. With a sizeable laptop compartment able to fit a 15-inch device, this surely grabs the attention of digital nomads. This pack's design is considered contemporary and sleek, crafted using eco-friendly materials. This bag's core selling points aren't solely about features, but it's emphasis on green living too. Given its minor airline compatibility drawback, it is still, without doubt, an urban dweller’s favourite.
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Hill People Gear Tarahumara
- Dimensions: 44" H x 24" W x 10" D
- Weight: 0.7 pounds
- Capacity: 16 liters
- Airline compatibility: 100%
- Material: 500D Cordura
- Laptop compartment fits: 0-inch laptop.
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Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
- Dimensions: 21" H x 34" W x 56" D
- Weight: 1.1 pounds
- Capacity: 35.5 liters
- Airline compatibility: 97%
- Material: Recycled Poly
- Laptop compartment fits: 15-inch laptop.
In sum, deciding between the two depends on your lifestyle and needs. If you're looking for a sturdy, well-built bag that can pack all the essentials for an outdoor adventure or a quick getaway, go for the Hill People Gear Tarahumara. Its dimensions and weight make it an ideal companion for your impromptu excursions.
However, if you're on the hunt for an eco-friendly alternative that accommodates your work-life balance, the Lo & Sons "The Hakuba" is worth considering. This backpack integrates functionality and style seamlessly, offering an ample-sized compartment for your office essentials and gym necessities, making it perfect for today's urban warriors and green advocates.