LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag

by Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT)
Front facing view of the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag
Capacity35 L
Weight1.6 kg
Dimensions53×36×12 cm
Airline fit81%
Price$170

Feature by feature

Storage
Y Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity 51L
2 Opening 1
N Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack hideable
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 zippers100% Recycled Poly Neo Diamond , 1000D Helix™ Poly Twill, 210D Exo Skeleton

Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L

by Eagle Creek
Front facing view of the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L
Capacity43 L
Weight0.96 kg
Dimensions55×32×27 cm
Airline fit14%
Price$139

Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L

Both have: compression 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. 26 accept both. 127 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 0 accept only the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L.

Only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag fits

Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, 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, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, 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, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

Diving into the world of carry-on backpacks, I've set my sights on two contenders; the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag from Life Behind Bars Jakarta, and the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L by Eagle Creek. Both boast impressive specs and features geared towards the savvy traveler, yet there are distinct differences that may swing your choice one way or the other.

First up, there's the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag. Standing at a height of 53 inches, its vertical orientation makes it a confident companion in the skyscraper-lined streets of Jakarta, its city of origin. With its striking yellow lining, this backpack uses lightweight water-resistant polyester with YKK Aquaguard zippers, contributing to an overall weight of 1.6 pounds. It has a 35L capacity with the ability to stretch to 45L, affording you generous packing space. Its laptop compartment caters to a 17-inch device, and a myriad of thoughtful pockets keeps all your items organized. Additionally, it proves itself airline-friendly, with 98% compatibility. A reviewer praises it as a great choice for cyclists who can appreciate its hook system for opening and closing the bag.

Conversely, the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L, with a height of 27 inches and a width of 55 inches, has a decidedly broader stature. A mix of materials, including 100% recycled Poly Neo Diamond and 1000D Helix™ Poly Twill shells, contribute to its lower weight of 0.96 pounds. The backpack opens like a book for easy packing and unpacking. Offering a sizeable capacity of 43 liters, it sacrifices a specific laptop compartment to keep up with its compact and lightweight design. Perhaps losing points on the airline compatibility scale with 30%, it makes up in the safety department with a built-in whistle and reflective panels. Its versatile strap system allows carry options as a backpack, a shoulder bag, or even a duffle.

As you weigh these pros and cons, you'll ultimately decide which of these backpacks will join you on your next adventure. The Peloton Rolltop Bag might suit the needs of a bicyclist or a tech-savvy traveler due to its cycling-friendly design and spacious laptop storage. Meanwhile, if versatility in carrying options and excellent safety features are your priorities, the Eagle Creek Gear Warrior™ Travel Pack 45L could be the preferable option. Ultimately, the choice is yours! Happy travels.