LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Osprey Farpoint 55
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 | Osprey Farpoint 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 16in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| 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 | bluesign® APPROVED 450D recycled twist dobby polyester, PFAS-free DWR |
Osprey Farpoint 55
| Capacity | 55 L |
| Weight | 1.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×35×25 cm |
| Airline fit | 38% |
| Price | $220 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Osprey Farpoint 55
- Compression straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 4 on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Clamshell on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Passport pocket: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Hideable on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Hideable on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 16in on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 3 on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Osprey Farpoint 55.
Both have: 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. 60 accept both. 93 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 11 accept only the Osprey Farpoint 55.
Only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag fits
Aer Lingus, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Croatia Air, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, Garuda Indonesia, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Pakistan International, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
Only the Osprey Farpoint 55 fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Indigo, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Sky Airlines.
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Osprey Farpoint 55 sit shoulder to shoulder in the market of carry-on backpacks. Both boast incredible features, making them excellent travel companions, but there are several crucial distinctions that set them apart.
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, as the name suggests, flaunts a rolltop design. It's tall, wider than the Farpoint, but less deep, which might make packing a bit trickier. Despite having a smaller capacity (35L compared to the Farpoint's 55L), it's lighter and offers compatibility with more airlines. Its robust construct, from 1000D Cordura with water-resistant polyester inner linings, ensures it's ready to battle the elements. It also boasts a larger laptop compartment, accommodating up to 17" laptops.
The Osprey Farpoint 55, on the other hand, prides itself on its larger, albeit heavier frame, with a whopping 55L capacity. Built from 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop, the Farpoint is a sound investment. While it supports lesser airlines, it has a trick up its sleeve — a removable daypack. Added to this is its lighter form and a smaller, but sufficient, laptop compartment that fits a 15" laptop.
The difference between LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Osprey Farpoint 55:
- Comparatively, the LBBJKT is taller but less deep than the Osprey Farpoint 55.
- The LBBJKT has a smaller capacity (35L) but weighs less than the Osprey Farpoint 55 (55L).
- More airlines are compatible with the LBBJKT.
- The LBBJKT is made from a 1000D CorduraLightweight with a water-resistant polyester inner lining and can fit 17" laptops.
- The Osprey Farpoint 55 is made from 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop and can fit 15" laptops.
- The LBBJKT has a traditional rolltop design, while the Osprey Farpoint 55 includes a removable daypack.
For cyclists, the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag offers something uniquely theirs with its rolltop design and convenient hook system. It's expandable up to 45L, features dedicated laptop space, and offers well-thought pockets for better organization. The strap system is also ideal for attaching larger items to your bag.
The Osprey Farpoint 55, beyond its daypack, offers a comfortable harness system, with concealable straps, and is backed by a lifetime warranty. It's commendably light, high-quality, and durable. Both backpacks rightly assert their utilities, with the deciding factor ultimately being the buyer's personal preferences and needs.