LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
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 | Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | N |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 100% Polyester, 100% Nylon |
Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
| Capacity | 50 L |
| Weight | 3.12 kg |
| Dimensions | 70×37×30 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $449 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Clamshell on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Rain cover: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Optional on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
- Water resistant: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
Both have: compression straps.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 152 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley.
Only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air New Zealand, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
In the world of carry-on backpacks, your choices seem almost endless, but two contenders rise above the rest. From Jakarta, the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag is a solid beast of a pack, with its generous dimensions of 53x36x12 inches and a fairly light weight of 1.6 pounds. On the other spectrum, from Kathmandu is the Hybrid 50L Trolley, a versatile pack that surprisingly offers more capacity at 50 liters but is slightly heavier at 3.12 pounds, and ushers a smaller footprint of 37x30x70 inches.
- Size: LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag is taller and wider, while the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley is deeper.
- Weight: LBBJKT is lighter than the Kathmandu Hybrid.
- Capacity: Kathmandu Hybrid offers more space than LBBJKT.
- Airline Compatibility: LBBJKT is compatible with more airlines.
- Material: LBBJKT uses a combination of 1000D Cordura, lightweight water resistant polyester, and YKK Aquaguard zippers, while Kathmandu Hybrid is made from 100% Polyester and 100% Nylon.
- Laptop Compartment: Only the LBBJKT has a laptop compartment that can fit a laptop of up to 17 inches.
When it comes to additional features, the Peloton Rolltop Bag shines with its expandable capacity from 35L to 45L, its carefully thought out pocket design for ultimate organization, a dedicated laptop compartment and a strap system allowing the attachment of large items. One avid cyclist reviewer highly recommends this pack if one doesn’t mind the hook system to open and close the bag. On the other hand, the Kathmandu Hybrid Trolley excels in its versatility -- serving as a trolley bag, carry-on duffle bag, or backpack. It also boasts of a Gluon® daypack that can be attached to the pack, a harness system that offers comfort despite its trolley function, and its high durability which, with proper care, can last a lifetime of travels.
In conclusion, both the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley offer unique features that cater to different needs. No bag can cater to all personal preferences but understanding the differences helps in making an informed decision. Whether you're a cyclist looking for a rolltop bag or a traveler in need of a trolley backpack, these two options offer outstanding solutions.