Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30
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 | Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 300 Denier Recycled Ripstop Poly |
Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×30×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $75 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, water bottle pockets, 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 Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30.
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.
When you're on the move constantly, you need a backpack that serves your needs. That's why I've picked two carry-on backpacks - the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30, to compare on some key factors.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a bag that means business. Made from 500D Cordura, it is lightweight (just 0.7 pounds) and durable. It's slightly on the small side with a capacity of just 16 liters, but it's been designed to be airline compatible - it won't let you down in the hustle and bustle of the airport. Although it doesn't have a laptop compartment, it has been reviewed highly for its robust build quality and perfect sizing for day hiking.
On the other hand, the Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30, made with a combination of rugged materials, is beefier, both in terms of size and weight. It offers a larger storage capacity (30 liters), and it includes a laptop compartment large enough for a 17 inch laptop. It's compatible with 80% of airlines, and the workmanship and numerous pockets have been highly appreciated by users. Plus, it's backed by a lifelong warranty.
Comparative Summary:
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara is lighter (0.7 lbs) vs Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30 (0.9 lbs)
- Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30 has bigger storage (30 liters) vs Hill People Gear Tarahumara (16 liters)
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara is compatible with all airlines vs Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30 (80% compatible)
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura vs Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30 (300 Denier Recycled Ripstop Poly / 600 Denier Recycled Poly / TPU Coated 600 Denier)
- Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30 has a 17 inch laptop compartment and it's covered by lifetime warranty
What really sets these bags apart is the purpose each serves. The Hill People Gear Tarahumara, with its strong build and compact size, is an ideal daypack – perfect for hitch-hiking or exploring a new city. The Jansport Gnarly Gnapsack 30, on the other hand, is geared more towards backpackers or those on extended travel who need to carry more stuff, including a laptop – it's the pack for the long haul. Ultimately, the decision lies in your hands, and what you need from a backpack.