Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Lo & Sons Edgemont
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 Edgemont |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | removable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 13in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 600D Recycled Poly |
Lo & Sons Edgemont
| Capacity | 0 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 37×34×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $240 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Lo & Sons Edgemont
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Removable on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 13in on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
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. 179 accept both. 2 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 2 accept only the Lo & Sons Edgemont.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
Only the Lo & Sons Edgemont fits
VivaColombia, Volaris.
When it comes to carry-on backpacks, two front-runners are the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Lo & Sons Edgemont. Each of these packs stand tall, offering unique features and fulfilling different sets of needs for different types of travelers. Looking for an airline-compatible companion? Confronted with a choice between these two, one can expect a detailed and brutal comparison.
The Tarahumara boasts a lofty height of 44 inches, outweighing the Edgemont's 37 inches. But, the Edgemont counters with width and depth, besting the Tarahumara in both aspects. Nonetheless, the Tarahumara outperforms with a light 0.7 pounds weight, a 16-liters capacity, and is compatible with virtually all airlines. But it lacks a laptop compartment.
- Tarahumara:
- Height: 44 inches
- Width: 24 inches
- Depth: 10 inches
- Weight: 0.7 lbs
- Capacity: 16 liters
- Airline compatibility: 100%
- Material: 500D Cordura
- Laptop compartment: None
On the other hand, the Edgemont weighs a solid 1 pound and showcases a laptop compartment for a 13-inch laptop. While it lacks in the capacity sector with zero, it makes up with compatibility with almost all airlines and a sturdy structure of 600D Recycled Poly.
- Edgemont:
- Height: 37 inches
- Width: 13 inches
- Depth: 34 inches
- Weight: 1 lbs
- Capacity: None
- Airline compatibility: 99%
- Material: 600D Recycled Poly
- Laptop compartment: Fits a 13-inch laptop
Finally, there's something to be said about user experience and consumer feedback. For the Tarahumara, its fans praise its design, execution, and the copious space it offers despite its seemingly small stature. Edgemont, while not as spacious, still serves its purpose well, displaying sleekness, durability, and an impressive degree of convertibility, truly chic for the modern traveler.
These distinctive elements ultimately make both backpacks a great buy. Tarahumara offers an outstanding size for day hiking, top-quality build, and secure center zip design enhancing the user experience. On the other side, Edgemont wins favor with a comfortable build, versatility in carrying, and functional internal organization. A buying decision between the two boils down to personal needs and style statement.