Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L
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 | Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 100% RENU recycled polyester. |
Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L
| Capacity | 38 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 57×33×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 15% |
| Price | $300 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 17in on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1, side on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
Both have: sternum strap.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 29 accept both. 152 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, 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, 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, CommutAir, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, 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, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, 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, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L make excellent choices if you're in the market for carry-on backpacks. Both bags are airline compatible, but they offer different features that may catch your attention depending on your needs.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara stands tall at 44 inches with a width and depth of 24 and 10 inches respectively. This bag, weighing in at just 0.7 pounds, has a compact build and offers a modest carrying capacity of 16 liters. It is designed out of 500D Cordura, a strong and long-lasting fabric. A particular feature of this backpack is its laptop compartment designed for a compact sized device. The bag's construction and compact size make it a perfect choice for day hiking. Its reliable materials promise durability and the centre zip provides both secured and easy access to the main compartment.
- Size: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (44" tall, 24" wide, 10" deep) vs Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L (0" tall, 0" wide, 0" deep)
- Weight: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (0.7 pounds) vs Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L (0 pounds)
- Capacity: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (16 liters) vs Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L (0 liters)
- Material: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (500D Cordura) vs Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L (100% Nylon and Polyester)
- Laptop Compartment: Hill People Gear Tarahumara (0" laptop) vs Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L (17" laptop)
On the other hand, the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L features a minimalist yet professional design, perfect for those business trips. The weight and dimensions are not provided in the specs but it is a lightweight backpack with multiple carrying options. You can use it as a backpack, a messenger bag, or as a hand-carry duffle bag. It comes equipped with a sturdy and comfortable harness system that is also stowable for easy storage. A unique feature of this bag is a robust laptop compartment that can cushion a 17-inch laptop from bumps and scratches.
Overall, selecting a backpack between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L pads down to your lifestyle preferences. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast requiring a compact and sturdy carry-on backpack like the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, or a frequent business traveller needing an all-around minimalist yet professional-looking bag like the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 38L, both are sound choices. But always remember, no two bags are alike. Therefore, make sure you discern all the details before finalising your selection.