LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL
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 | Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | N |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 210D PA, 600D PES |
Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.19 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×26×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $145 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top zip on the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Yes on the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
- Rain cover: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Yes on the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 121 accept both. 32 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 13 accept only the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
Only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Icelandair, Juneyao Airlines, Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Volotea, Xiamen.
Only the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Indigo, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Sky Airlines.
Tackling the world one carry-on bag at a time brings us to the head-to-head matchup of the LBBJKT Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL. First off, the Peloton Rolltop Bag by Life Behind Bars packs a whopper, standing as a giant at 53 inches tall, 36 inches wide and 12 inches deep – large enough to carry your life, or at least your much-needed personal stuff while travelling. On the other hand, we have the compact Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL backpack - leaner than the Peloton with dimensions of 22 inches in height, 26 inches in width and 52 inches in depth. Though lighter and seemingly nimble, the Deuter backpack doesn't compromise on quality or durability.
Key comparison points between the two are:
- Size: The Peloton Rolltop Bag has larger dimensions when compared to the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL.
- Weight: The Peloton Rolltop Bag weighs a bit more (1.6 pounds) than the Trans Alpine (1.19 pounds).
- Capacity: The Peloton has a larger carrying capacity at 35 liters against Deuter's 28 liters.
- Airline Compatibility: Peloton boasts universal compatibility with 98% of airlines, whereas Trans Alpine is operative with 65% of airlines.
- Material: The Peloton Rolltop is constructed with 1000D Cordura and YKK Aqauguard zippers, while the Deuter Trans Alpine is made of 210D PA and 600D PES.
- Laptop Compartment: The Peloton holds laptops up to 17 inches, while Trans Alpine doesn't host any laptop pockets.
The Peloton Rolltop Bag is a cyclist's dream as it holds a lot without bulking up, offers an expansive range of pockets, and precisely serves the needs of organizing clutter. In comparison, Deuter's Trans Alpine 28 SL is a snuggier fit and more tailored towards women due to its shorter height. Offering lesser capacity, it seems a better suit for lighter travel.
Finally, each bag shares its own charm. The Peloton Rolltop Bag is a hard worker that packs in grandly and when you need that extra elbow room, it expands from 35L to 45L. Contrastingly, the Deuter Trans Alpine 28 SL offers a less conspicuous silhouette that aligns well with women's body dimensions. Choose the bag that matches your specific needs from size and capacity to body-fit and material preference because after all, the best carry-on is one that carries you through.