Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Fjallraven Travel Pack
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 | Fjallraven Travel Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Travel Pack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×32×27 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $225 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Fjallraven Travel Pack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
Both have: water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 27 accept both. 154 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
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, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Conviasa, 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, Frontier Airlines, 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, PenAir, 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, Southwest Airlines, 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 the Fjallraven Travel Pack are both top-notch carry-on backpacks, preferred by many for their durable designs and attention to travelers' needs. Yet, they each offer distinct features that make them stand out.
The Tarahumara backpack, by Hill People Gear, presents a minimalist and well-executed approach to design. This bag is admired for its sturdiness, simplicity, and impressively diminutive appearance - don't let it fool you though, as this bag can accommodate much more than it lets on. Despite tipping the scale at 0.7 pounds, a testament to its lightweight design, the Tarahumara offers a respectable 16 liters in capacity. This pack is also made of 500D Cordura material, adding a layer of durability and resistance to wear and tear. However, it's worth noting that there's no room for a laptop.
On the other hand, the Fjallraven Travel Pack sports a Scandinavian style and carries more weight and size. Despite this, it still stands out for its sleek design, and its wider capacity - at 35 liters - is unparalleled. The Travel Pack boasts the G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco fabric, a blend of 65% polyester and 35% cotton, which offers a strong resistance to everyday use, along with a timeless style suited to various contexts. Unlike the Tarahumara, the Fjallraven pack provides a compartment that can comfortably house a 15-inch laptop.
Comparison Points:
- Size: Tarahumara (44"x24"x10"), Fjallraven (27"x32"x46")
- Weight: Tarahumara (0.7 lbs), Fjallraven (1.65 lbs)
- Capacity: Tarahumara (16 liters), Fjallraven (35 liters)
- Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara (100%), Fjallraven (30%)
- Material: Tarahumara (500D Cordura), Fjallraven (G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco - 65% polyester, 35% cotton)
- Laptop Capability: Tarahumara (0 inch), Fjallraven (15 inches)
Both packs have been reviewed positively, and users praise them for their durability and design. But which one you should purchase really depends on your needs. If you're a day hiker looking for a reliable, lightweight pack with a convenient centre zip, the Tarahumara could be your bag. However, if you're someone who needs more space, values a comfy wear, and appreciates functional pockets, including a padded laptop compartment - the Fjallraven may be more your pace.