Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. LBBJKT The Sprint DP

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Hill People Gear Tarahumara

by Hill People Gear
Front facing view of the Hill People Gear Tarahumara
Capacity16 L
Weight0.7 kg
Dimensions43×23×10 cm
Airline fit96%
Price$175

Feature by feature

Storage
2 Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity None
0 Opening 2
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 N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
2, side Water Bottle Holder 2
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
500d Cordura600D Polyester with DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating

LBBJKT The Sprint DP

Front facing view of the LBBJKT The Sprint DP
Capacity21 L
Weight0 kg
Dimensions58×30×14 cm
Airline fit17%
Price$69

Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and LBBJKT The Sprint DP

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. 32 accept both. 149 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the LBBJKT The Sprint DP.

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, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Copa Airlines, 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 backpack and the LBBJKT The Sprint DP by Life Behind Bars Jakarta are two prominent choices when it comes to carry-on options. Both bags exhibit a refined combination of form and function, providing the savvy traveler with precisely the right balance of accessibility and capacity. That being said, there are significant differences between these two stalwarts that must be acknowledged – differences that might tip the scales in one favor or another depending on the user's unique requirements.

The Tarahumara is the smaller of the two, standing 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, 10 inches deep, and weighing in at a modest 0.7 pounds. Despite its mere 16 liters of capacity, the bag has earned rave reviews from intrepid adventurers for its remarkable efficiency and durability. It's made of 500D Cordura, a tough material known for its resilience, and is compatible with 100% of airlines, making it a worry-free option for frequent flyers. Interestingly, there is no dedicated laptop compartment.

On the other hand, the Sprint DP is the more capacious option, boasting dimensions of 14 X 30 X 58 inches and a larger capacity of 21 liters. Weighing zero pounds, it's virtually weightless. However, this bag's compatibility with airlines is limited to just 30%. One of its highlighting features is a dedicated 15-inch laptop compartment, a bonus for digital nomads and remote workers.

Both bags, in essence, have their unique charms. If security combined with extensive compatibility with airlines is your preference, the Tarahumara might be the one for you. Its small size makes it ideal for day hikes, with quality materials ensuring that the bag will last your many adventures. Contrarily, if you're seeking functionality and the ability to carry a laptop while also exhibiting elegant aesthetics suiting any setting, the Sprint DP is the one. Its water resistance and removable face pouch, coupled with its inexpensive price tag, make it an attractive choice.