LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. MixedWorks Eagle
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×36×12 cm |
| Airline fit | 81% |
| Price | $170 |
Feature by feature
| LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag | Feature | MixedWorks Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | N |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | Cordura 1000 outer shell |
MixedWorks Eagle
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×34×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $210 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and MixedWorks Eagle
- Compression straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the MixedWorks Eagle.
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top flap on the MixedWorks Eagle.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the MixedWorks Eagle.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the MixedWorks Eagle.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the MixedWorks Eagle.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the MixedWorks Eagle.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the MixedWorks Eagle.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 153 accept both. 0 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 14 accept only the MixedWorks Eagle.
Only the MixedWorks Eagle fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, flybe, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Sky Airlines.
Scouring the backpack landscape can often yield a bounty of compelling options. Two standouts arise from the sea: the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the MixedWorks Eagle. The former, by Life Behind Bars Jakarta, flaunts a size of 53x36x12 inches and a weight of 1.6 pounds. Packed with a 35 liter capacity, it strikes a balance between portability and spaciousness. Constructed from 1000D Cordura and lightweight water-resistant polyester inner lining, it manifests durability and practicality in equal measures. As a bonus, it fits a whopping 17 inch laptop and boasts compatibility with 98% of airlines, making it an excellent travel companion.
Enter the MixedWorks Eagle, a backpack with a different set of feathers. It measures in slightly smaller at 19x34x52 inches, weighing a touch less at 1.5 pounds. A capacity of 30 liters allows for ample storage without the bulk, while remaining compatible with a significant 80% of airlines. Buckled up in a Cordura 1000 outer shell, its nature is one of robust resilience.
Here lies a quick comparison of both:
- LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag: 53x36x12 inches, 1.6 lbs, 35L capacity, 1000D Cordura construction, 98% airline compatibility, fits a 17inch laptop.
- MixedWorks Eagle: 19x34x52 inches, 1.5 lbs, 30L capacity, Cordura 1000 outer shell, 80% airline compatibility, lacks laptop compartment.
Input from reviewers extends the narrative further. One noted the 'must-consider' status of the Peloton for cyclists due to its unique hook system, while another pegged the Eagle as the ideal work commute pack, touting its waterproof tarp liner and sturdy build. Eked out by praise, the worthiness of these two products begins to shine through.
But, the question remains - to buy or not to buy? For the Peloton, it's all about expansion, with a scalable capacity up to 45L, and organization, thanks to a myriad of well-thought pockets. A strap system for larger items is another perk. For the Eagle, it's the high weather-resistance property coupled with the availability of secure Fidlock magnetic buckles and its classic, versatile design. The choice, as they say, is in the bag.