LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L
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 | Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | |
| N | Passthrough | |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | removable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | N |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| 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 | 900-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester |
Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L
| Capacity | 70 L |
| Weight | 1.44 kg |
| Dimensions | 72×45×34 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $158 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Other on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Removable on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
Both have: compression straps, built-in organizer, water resistant.
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 Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L.
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 jungle of carry-on backpacks, Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT) offers The Peloton Rolltop Bag as an excellent choice for nomadic cyclists. It boasts a sturdy build with its 1000D Cordura material and water-resistant polyester inner lining, the latter bearing a commanding bright yellow. This bag towers at 53 inches, stretches 36 inches wide, and dives 12 inches deep, carrying a total of 35 liters. Even with its comprehensive features – which include a laptop compartment for up to 17" devices, a variety of thoughtfully designed pockets, and a strap system for bulkier items – it remains manageable at a meager weight of 1.6 pounds. Moreover, The Peloton Rolltop Bag is a champion in travel adaptability, being compatible with a staggering 98% of airlines.
On the other hand, the Patagonia Black Hole® Duffel Bag 70L – encompassing 34 inches in height, 45 inches in width, and a whopping 72 inches in depth – aims to impress adventurers and travelers with its generous 70-liter capacity. This duffel bag manages to maintain a weight as light as the Patagonia breeze at just 1.44 pounds. Yet, what it offers in sustainability, it lacks in airline adaptability, only compatible with a sparse 18% of airlines. Notably, the Black Hole Duffel’s material is wholly environmentally friendly, crafted from 900-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop, further strengthened by 200-denier 100% recycled polyester.
This comparison boils down to the defining considerations:
- Size and Weight:
- LBBJKT: 53" tall, 36" wide, 12" deep, weighing 1.6 pounds
- Patagonia: 34" tall, 45" wide, 72" deep, weighing 1.44 pounds
- Material:
- LBBJKT: 1000D Cordura and water-resistant polyester inner lining
- Patagonia: 900-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop and 200-denier 100% recycled polyester
- Capacity:
- LBBJKT: 35 liters of cargo hold, expandable to 45 liters
- Patagonia: 70 liters of cargo hold
- Airline Compatibility:
- LBBJKT: Compatible with 98% of airlines
- Patagonia: Compatible with 18% of airlines
- Additional Features:
- LBBJKT: 17" laptop compartment, versatile pockets, and strap system for larger items
- Patagonia: Environmentally friendly construction
Reviewers commend The Peloton Rolltop Bag for its cyclist-friendly features, especially favoring the bag’s hook system. Likewise, vanguards laud the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag 70L for its balance of style, packability, and cushy shoulder straps. Both versatile and durable, it serves well for a rugged expedition as much as the occasional casual trip and wins applause for its eco-friendly ethos.
Making a choice between these two depends on your needs and preferences: go for the Peloton if you're a pensive cyclist coveting functionality and mobility, but if you’re environmentally conscious and crave ample space without weight concerns, then Black Hole Duffel is the catch.