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 | Cotopaxi Tarak Backpack 20L Del Día |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 17 | Laptop | 0 |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| 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 | 210D ripstop nylon |
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 562 kg |
| Dimensions | 50.8×30.5×17.8 cm |
| Airline fit | 80% |
| Price | $100 |
Travelling light, practical, and stylish, the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag by Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT) and the Cotopaxi Tarak Backpack 20L Del Día by Cotopaxi shine in their own rights. The Peloton Rolltop bag steps up in the game with its towering height of 53 inches, capacious width of 36 inches, and 12 inches of depth - a substantial difference comparing to the Cotopaxi's Tarak bag's dimensions of 17.8 inches tall, 30.5 inches wide, and 50.8 inches deep. Adding to its steely characteristics, the Peloton Bag weighs a light 1.6 pounds and is equipped with 35 liters of carrying capacity, outdoing the Tarak bag weighing 562 pounds and offering only 20 liters of capacity.
Quick comparison;
• The Peloton Rolltop is compatible with 98% of airlines, compared to Tarak bag's 80%. • The Peloton is crafted with 1000D CorduraLightweight water-resistant polyester inner linings with bright yellow YKK Aquaguard zippers. In contrast, the Tarak bag is made of 210D ripstop nylon. • Valued for its large laptop compartment fitting a laptop up to 17 inches, the roll top bag significantly overshadows the zero-inch capacity of the Tarak backpack's laptop compartment.
Reviewers are upfront about their preferences. One vouches for the Peloton Rolltop, saying, "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 into consideration. I highly recommend it." On the other hand, Cotopaxi has its winner in the Tarak 20L, earning reputation for its universal design, durability and sustainability.
The Peloton Rolltop bag prides itself with features such as its expandability from 35L to 45L for extra space, a dedicated laptop compartment that can fit up to 17" laptops, lots of well-thought pockets for organization, and a strap system that can attach big items to your bag. Compared to the Cotopaxi Tarak Backpack 20L Del Día, prioritizing sustainability in its designs, simplicity and adaptability for chosen activities, and known for being lightweight and comfortably accommodating when fully packed.
Both backpacks cater to different demographics - the Peloton Rolltop bag for cyclists seeking storage and durability, and the Tarak backpack for those prioritizing comfortability and sustainability. The choice rests on where your priorities lie in a backpack's features.