Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on 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 | Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 100% Polyester |
Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack
| Capacity | 38 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×33×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 91% |
| Price | $40 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
Both have: 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. 172 accept both. 9 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
The Tarahumara by Hill People Gear and the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack both offer the promise of a reliable partner for your journey, each with its own set of features and merits.
The Tarahumara, standing at 44 inches, is more compact compared to the taller Hynes Eagle standing at 50 inches. The compact design becomes a strength, especially when the backpack complements its size with a good weight, coming in at 0.7 pounds, just a bit lighter than the Hynes Eagle's 0.8 pounds. Despite the setback in size and weight, the Hynes Eagle makes up with a higher capacity of 38 liters compared to the Tarahumara's 16 liters. Moreover, the Hynes Eagle's capacity is supported by a more adaptable laptop compartment that can fit a 16-inch laptop, while the Tarahumara's laptop compartment is noticeably absent.
Briefly, here are some points of comparison:
- Size: The Tarahumara is 44x24x10 inches while the Hynes Eagle is 50x20x33 inches.
- Weight: The Tarahumara weighs 0.7 pounds and the Hynes Eagle weighs 0.8 pounds.
- Capacity: The Tarahumara has a capacity of 16 liters and the Hynes Eagle has a 38-liter capacity.
- Material: The Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura while the Hynes Eagle is made from 100% Polyester.
- Laptop compartment: The Hynes Eagle's compartment can fit a 16-inch laptop, while the Tarahumara's compartment does not accommodate laptops.
- Airline compatibility: The Tarahumara is compatible with 100% of airlines, but the Hynes Eagle is only compatible with 81%.
When it comes to durability, the Tarahumara comes in stronger with its 500D Cordura material compared to the Hynes Eagle's 100% Polyester. Reviewers were particularly appreciative of the Tarahumara's design and execution, highlighting its great build quality and efficient use of space. However, they also lauded the Hynes Eagle for its functionality, particularly its front compartment's organization for small things and its clamshell opening ease of packing.
In conclusion, both the Tarahumara and the Hynes Eagle carry on backpacks serve their purposes effectively. However, they cater to different needs – the Tarahumara offers a secure, compact, and durable solution, while the Hynes Eagle provides a more spacious, user-friendly, and organized alternative. The differences in design, materials, capacity, among other factors, ultimately underline the importance of individual needs and preferences in choosing the perfect backpack.