Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×36×12 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $170 |
| LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag | Feature | Eagle Creek Caldera™ Travel Pack 45L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 56L |
| 2 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | H |
| R | Hip Belt | H |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 17 | Laptop | 15 |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 600D CORDURA® ECO Ripstop 100% Recycled, 1200D CORDURA® ECO 100% Recycled Polyester |
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Weight | 1.42 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×36×28 cm |
| Airline fit | 19% |
| Price | $279 |
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag by Life Behind Bars Jakarta straddles a fine line between practical functionality and sleek aesthetics. This bag, dimensioned at 53 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 12 inches deep, offers 35 liters of storage space - expandable up to 45 litres for when you need that extra room. Its spacious build is accompanied by a slim 1.6-pound weight, making it easy to carry around unnoticed. One of its nifty features is a specialized compartment, large enough to secure a 17-inch laptop. It's the perfect companion for the travelling tech-savvy individual, and the durable, water-resistant 1000D Cordura keeps your essentials safe in unpredictable weather.
On the other hand, we have the Eagle Creek Caldera™ Travel Pack 45L. Its width and depth generously surpass the LBBJKT bag, measuring 56 inches wide and 36 inches deep. But, despite its larger size, the Caldera™ Travel Pack impressively weighs less - only 1.42 pounds. This pack boasts a colossal 45 liters of storage capacity, ready to cater to your every packing need. However, the laptop compartment is slightly smaller, only able to accommodate a 15-inch laptop. The Caldera™ Travel Pack is also designed with sustainability in mind, crafted from 100% Recycled 600D CORDURA® ECO Ripstop and 1200D CORDURA® ECO materials.
Let's take a moment to summarize the differences:
However, it's not all about specifications. The reviewer's words give life to these bags beyond their mere functionalities. One said about the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag: "If you're a cyclist and you're looking for a suitable backpack, and if you don't mind the hook system to open and close the bag, then you should definitely take the Peloton to consideration. I highly recommend it." Another reviewer praised the Eagle Creek Caldera™ Travel Pack 45L for its sustainable fabric and implied how every effort towards minimal wastage counts, regardless of its impact's magnitude.
Both backpacks, however, have unique selling points that appeal to different customer needs. The LBBJKT bag caters to functionality with its expandable storage, multiple pocket features, and capability to attach large items, while the Eagle Creek Caldera™ Travel Pack is a champion of sustainability and durability, offers fantastic organization, and integrates TripSync™ - a feature that tracks your travel miles, destinations, and can also help locate your lost bag. Both bags hold their ground firmly, each representing unique ideas of what makes a travel backpack a perfect companion. Your choice rests on what you rather: practicality, or sustainability.