Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
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 | DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating |
DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×31×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $160 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 2 on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 169 accept both. 12 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack are ready to be pitched against each other in this comparison. Let's first talk about the Tarahumara. This is a pack designed for endurance, offering an impressive lightweight structure at 0.7 pounds. The size of this Tarahumara, though smaller than the DSPTCH counterpart, is ample with its height of 44 inches, width of 24 inches and depth of 10 inches. Its storage capacity is 16 liters, enough to hold most of your essentials in one go. It's constructed with durable 500D Cordura and has earned the favor of reviewers, who praise its simplistic but effective design and impressive longevity. Its compatibility with all airlines makes it an adventurer's ally.
The DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack, on the other hand, is your ideal buddy for routine life. Its larger size (18 inches tall, 51 inches wide, and 31 inches deep) suggests a generous storage space of 25 liters. It's a bit heavier at 1.7 pounds but its reliable 1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating makes up for it. This backpack has specialized compartments, including one for a 15 inch laptop, and is lauded by reviewers for its smart and effective design. And with 98% airline compatibility, it's almost as travel-friendly as the Tarahumara.
Here’s a quick comparison bullet points:
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara weighs 0.7 pounds while DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack weighs 1.7 pounds
- Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura, whereas the DSPTCH bag is made of 1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating
- The Tarahumara has a capacity of 16 liters compared to the DSPTCH backpack's capacity of 25 liters
- Only the DSPTCH bag has a laptop compartment fit for a 15-inch laptop
- Tarahumara is compatible with 100% of airlines, while Gym/Work Pack is 98% airline compatible
Each backpack offers unique benefits that tie directly to the target user's needs. If the adventures and travelling find your fancy, the Tarahumara's lightweight build, durable material and massive airline compatibility are irresistible draws. However, if your life is a balance between working hard and working out harder, then the DSPTCH's excellent storage space, dedicated laptop compartment, and praised functionality, just might be the perfect fit. In this juxtaposition, your choice goes down to your lifestyle - and there isn't a wrong answer.
As for the tempting endorsement from reviewers, both bags come highly recommended. To quote a reviewer on the Tarahumara, "It’s a well designed, well executed, and well built bag." In the case of the DSPTCH, reviewers laud its ability to reduce moisture and odor, making it an attractive choice for gym-goers. Either way, these packs promise to add value and functionality to your day-to-day routine.