Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Ortlieb Gear-Pack

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 N
None Expanded Capacity None
0 Opening 2
back Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack removable
removable Hip Belt removable
Y Sternum Strap Y
Inside
N Laptop N
2 Main Compartments 1
N Organizer N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
2, side Water Bottle Holder N
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
500d CorduraPD620, PS620C

Ortlieb Gear-Pack

by Ortlieb
Front facing view of the Ortlieb Gear-Pack
Capacity32 L
Weight1.2 kg
Dimensions64×29×18 cm
Airline fit14%
Price$185

Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Ortlieb Gear-Pack

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. 26 accept both. 155 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Ortlieb Gear-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 Country, 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 Ortlieb Gear-Pack are two carry-on backpacks vying for your attention. Each with an array of commendable features, you might find yourself in a bit of a predicament when deciding which one to invest in. Here, we bring together a comparison to help you make the most out of your money and to invest in a backpack that will serve you not just now, but also in the many trips to come.

The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a smaller, lightweight option perfect for day hikes. Weighing only 0.7 pounds, it won't add to your load when you’re traversing rough terrain. It is compact and made of 500D Cordura – a reliable and durable material that guarantees longevity. But don’t be fooled by its size! Reviewers have praised its ability to comfortably carry a surprising amount despite its compactness.

On the other hand, the Ortlieb Gear-Pack boasts larger storage at 32 liters – double that of the Tarahumara. But, with greater capacity comes increased weight at 1.2 pounds. Made of PD620, PS620C, this bag is designed with waterproofing as a key feature. If you're a regular at outdoor activities and often face unpredictable weather, this could come in handy! What's more, the Gear-Pack has multiple attachment points for your gears and a detachable harness system, offering the adaptability one would need for a varied range activities.

Each bag presents its unique advantages – The Tarahumara is lightweight and small enough for day trips, while the Gear-Pack ensures your belongings remain dry in inclement weather and offers greater capacity. In essence, your needs and use cases are central to the choice you make. Adventure awaits, and either of these backpacks could be your trusted lieutenant!