Osprey Flapjack vs. Rehose Barrel
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Flapjack | Feature | Rehose Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Compression | ||
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| side | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Sternum Strap | removable | |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| Water Bottle Holder | ||
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600D Polyspun | 1000D Cordura black500D Cordura colored lining |
Rehose Barrel
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×30×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 72% |
| Price | $210 |
Key differences between the Osprey Flapjack and Rehose Barrel
- Passport pocket: Side on the Osprey Flapjack; Top on the Rehose Barrel.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Osprey Flapjack; No on the Rehose Barrel.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Flapjack; No on the Rehose Barrel.
Both have: laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 134 accept both. 2 accept only the Osprey Flapjack, and 2 accept only the Rehose Barrel.
Only the Osprey Flapjack fits
Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways.
Only the Rehose Barrel fits
Liat Airlines, Pakistan International.
Osprey Flapjack vs. Rehose Barrel: which should you pack?
The Rehose Barrel carries 7L more than the Osprey Flapjack (21L vs. 28L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Osprey Flapjack fits 72% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Rehose Barrel; if you want to travel lighter, the Osprey Flapjack is the better call.