Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L
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 | Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 900D polyester |
Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Weight | 1.77 kg |
| Dimensions | 55.88×35.56×22.86 cm |
| Airline fit | 45% |
| Price | $229 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 17in on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 3 on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
Both have: hip belt, 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. 85 accept both. 96 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, All Nipon Airways, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, Czech Airlines, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
We have in our sights two heavy-duty backpacks designed for rugged outdoor use - Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L. But they're not for the faint-hearted. Both constructed from durable Cordura or polyester, these are built to last the harshest of adventures. However, the devil is in the details. Now let's get down to business.
Reviewing the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, we're looking at a bag that tips the scale at a mere 0.7 pounds. It’s a miniature Tardis, deceptive in its 16L volume, yet remarkably capacious according to one user. It stands tall at 44 inches, with its 24 inch width and 10 inch depth, making it compatible with all airlines. However, it's lacking in the tech department, with zero padding or a compartment for laptops. But no worries fellas, it's earned laurels from the crowd for its design, execution, and durability.
Let us now set our eyes on the Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L. It’s heavier at 1.77 pounds, and significantly larger, with its sprawling 45-Litre capacity. Slightly broader and deeper, standing at 22.86 inches, 35.56 inches wide, and 55.88 inches deep, it aligns with 47% of airlines' rules. The winner by a mile in tech, with a lavishly padded laptop compartment catering to a 17-inch device. The users toast this product for being the ultimate in style, durability, organization, security, and comfort.
• Size: Tarahumara is taller but narrower and less deep. Setout is shorter, wider, and deeper. • Weight: Tarahumara is lighter. Setout is heavier. • Capacity: Tarahumara has 16 litres of space. Setout has 45. • Airline Compatibility: Tarahumara is 100% compatible. Setout only meets 47% of airlines’ requirements. • Material: Tarahumara is made of hardy 500D Cordura. Setout is constructed with 900D polyester. • Laptop compartment: Tarahumara lacks this feature. Setout has space for a 17” device.
In conclusion, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a nimble, light, and robust pack, perfect for day hikes. The Tortuga Setout Backpack 45L, on the other hand, is a hefty travel companion with generous space, comfort, and organizational features. Choose your fighter wisely, adventurers. Enjoy your trails!