Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Macpac Kahu AzTec® 22
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×24×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $125 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | Macpac Kahu AzTec® 22 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | S |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 0 | Laptop | 15 |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500D Cordura | Eco AzTec® 8 Canvas — 80% Polyester, 20% Cotton |
Macpac Kahu AzTec® 22
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 10×10×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $90 |
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a carry-on backpack that boasts durability and efficiency. Crafted with 500D Cordura fabric, it is made to resist wear, ensuring a lifetime of use. Notably, the backpack measures 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, enabling it to hold up to 16 liters of your essentials. Interestingly, this bag can comfortably fly with you on any airline, boasting a 100% compatibility rate. Unlike most backpacks, the Tarahumara doesn't have a laptop compartment, making its usage focused more on outdoor activities such as hiking. According to one reviewer, it's the perfect one-day pack looking both elegant and sturdy.
On the other hand, we have the Macpac Kahu AzTec® 22. This backpack is an eco-friendly blend of 80% polyester and 20% cotton, made using the Eco Aztec® 8 Canvas. Despite its square dimensions of 10 inches all-around, it can carry more volume with a 22-liter capacity. However, it's compatibility with airlines takes a slight dip at 93%. Where it truly stands out is its laptop compartment, able to fit a 15-inch laptop comfortably. A reviewer praises it for its up-to-date, modern design, with internal organization pockets that make it ideal for work, school, or hiking.
Key differences:
- The Kahu has a larger capacity of 22 liters while the Tarahumara only has 16 liters.
- The Tarahumara backpack is compatible with all airlines while the Kahu AzTec® 22 is compatible with 93% of airlines.
- The Tarahumara is made purely of 500D Cordura fabric, whereas the Kahu AzTec® 22 is a mix of polyester and cotton.
- Unlike the Tarahumara, the Kahu AzTec® 22 features a laptop compartment that holds a 15-inch laptop.
Despite the size and material differences, both these backpacks promise great durability and craftsmanship. The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is ideal for those who are looking for a sturdy backpack that is perfect for day hiking, while the Macpac Kahu AzTec® 22 is an excellent companion for both work and play, thanks to its modern design and laptop compartment. Both are praised for their build quality, with the choice between them depending on your preferences and needs. No matter the choice, both these backpacks are built to accompany you reliably on your adventures.