Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Osprey Talon 33
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 | Osprey Talon 33 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 6 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 3 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 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 | bluesign® APPROVED, 100% recycled 100D high-tenacity nylon w/ dobby check ripstop, DWR treatment made without PFAS |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Osprey Talon 33
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 6 on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top flap on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Osprey Talon 33.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 2 accept both. 179 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Osprey Talon 33.
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 Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
When it comes to picking between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Osprey Talon 33 backpacks, it pays to know the specific qualities each pack brings to the table. The former, made from sturdy 500D Cordura, brings a comforting certainty, knowing that it's durability is tough to match. With a capacity of 16 liters, it may not be the largest pack on the market, but its compactness also means that it's accepted by all airlines, making it a reliable choice for a fly-and-hike combo trip. However, where it falls short is the lack of a laptop compartment, which you might miss if you're bringing along tech gear.
The Osprey Talon 33, on the other hand, flaunts an eco-conscious construction of bluesign®-approved recycled nylon. Weighing slightly more than the Tarahumara, it's worth noting that it also carries almost twice as much with its 31-liter capacity. Although not compatible with every airline, it is accepted by a solid 89% of them. Unfortunately, like the Tarahumara, it lacks a sizable laptop compartment. But its array of other features, such as the AirScape back panel suspension system, help make up for it.
- Size & Weight: The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is taller and weighs less than the Osprey Talon 33.
- Materials & Design: Hill People Gear Tarahumara has a straightforward design made up of sturdy 500D Cordura. Osprey Talon 33 is made of bluesign®-approved recycled nylon and features the Airscape back panel suspension system.
- Capacity & Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara has a 16-litre capacity and is compatible with all airlines. The Talon 33 has a heftier 31-liter capacity but is compatible with only 89% of airlines.
- Laptop Compartment: Both lack a sizable laptop compartment.
Both backpacks have received glowing reviews for their performance and design. The Tarahumara is praised for excellent construction, providing the ideal carrying solution for day trips, while the Talon 33 is celebrated for its lightweight construction and numerous pockets. Some see the Talon 33 as an excellent option for shorter hikes and even light mountaineering. It appears that both can withstand whatever you throw at them, impressing users with their reliability and versatility.
To decide, consider whether you need the smaller, more airline-friendly Tarahumara, or the larger, feature-heavy Talon 33. Take into account what you intend to pack, where you plan to travel, and the kind of activities you engage in. With that information in mind, you're equipped to make an informed, Hemmingway-level decision.