Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX"
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 | Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 2 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | optional |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 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 | Fairfield Textile 10oz Army Duck Canvas with a Martexin Waxed finish |
Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX"
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×34×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $485 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX"
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Rolltop on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Optional on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 17in on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
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. 166 accept both. 15 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX".
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara v.s. The Rhake: WX
Each of these backpacks, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Mission Workshop "The Rhake : WX," comes with its own unique set of features that boost its credentials as a carry-on backpack. For starters, The Tarahumara highlights its rugged simplicity and superior build materials which are manifested in its durable 500D Cordura fabric. On top of that, it is lean and lightweight, tipping the scale at a mere 0.7 pounds. However, don't be fooled by its somewhat minimalist build; it boasts a whopping 44-inch height alongside a 10-inch depth, making it compatible with 100% of airlines.
On the other hand, you have The Rhake: WX which champions robustness both in appearance and functionality. Constructed with a unique blend of Fairfield Textile 10oz Army Duck Canvas and a Martexin Waxed finish, it is designed to not only resist weather but also to last for ages. It might be a bit heavier at 1.7 pounds, but it packs in a substantial 22 liters of storage space. Plus, it has a dedicated compartment that can safeguard a 17-inch laptop.
Comparative Overview:
- Size: The Rhake has a more compact design (13-34-54 in) v.s. The Tarahumara’s lean but tall build (44-24-10 in).
- Weight: The Tarahumara is lighter at 0.7 lbs compared to The Rhake’s 1.7 lbs.
- Capacity: The Rhake offers a bigger storage capacity of 22L whereas The Tarahumara offers 16L.
- Fabric: The Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura while The Rhake uses a combination of Fairfield Textile 10oz Army Duck Canvas with a Martexin Waxed finish.
- Laptop Compartment: The Tarahumara does not accommodate a laptop whereas The Rhake can fit a 17-inch laptop.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara stands out as a truly reliable and convenient hiking buddy, not only because of its remarkable build quality but also due to its design attributes such as the center zip which offers easy access to the main compartment. Users have praised its sizeable storage capacity, terming it “spacious”, and have been quick to commend its durability, with one reviewer noting it’s a “bag that’ll last a lifetime.”
In contrast, The Rhake: WX is not to be easily dismissed. Its rugged yet modern aesthetic not only catches eyes but also promises durability and weatherproof guarantee, in addition to its lifetime warranty, as per the classic Mission Workshop tradition. One key aspect that sets this bag apart is its various functional compartments – from a laptop pocket to a water bottle space and even compartments for your sunglasses.