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 | Briggs & Riley Medium Cargo Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | N |
| S | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 17 | Laptop | 15 |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 1600D ballistic nylon outer fabric |
| Capacity | 27.3 L |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 45.5×34.5×20.5 cm |
| Airline fit | 66% |
| Price | $329 |
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag stands tall at 53 inches, giving you plenty of storage capacity. Its massive size hardly reflects in the weight, weighing just 1.6 pounds, it offers less strain on your shoulders for the amount you can carry. The bag boasts a 35-liter carrying capacity, ready to swallow all you throw into it. Encased in 1000D CorduraLightweight water-resistant polyester inner lining, the bag protects your gear from drizzes. Besides being 98% airline compatible, you can slide a 17-inch laptop into its compartment with ease; a gem for bikers, easily unrolling and hooking, to suit their needs.
In contrast, the Briggs & Riley Medium Cargo Backpack is of medium height with its size approximately 20.5 inches tall. It tenderly carries 27.3 liters of weight and lightly tips the scale at 1.2 pounds. This bag offers great features, but is compatible with just 66% of airlines. It boasts an outer fabric made of 1600D ballistic nylon, not only offering durability but also a radiant shine that draws eyes. Its laptop compartment snugly fits in a 15-inch laptop, keeping it safe and secure from jostling.
• The LBBJKT bag is bigger in size, with 53 inches height vs 20.5 inches of Briggs & Riley. • The LBBJKT bag holds a higher capacity with 35 liters vs 27.3 liters of Briggs & Riley. • While both bags are light, Briggs & Riley bag weighs less at 1.2 pounds vs LBBJKT's 1.6 pounds. • The LBBJKT bag fits a larger laptop size (17 inches) compared to Briggs & Riley (15 inches). • The LBBJKT bag is made of water-resistant material, CorduraLightweight polyester, while Briggs & Riley is made of 1600D ballistic nylon. • The LBBJKT bag is compatible with more airlines (98%) than Briggs & Riley (66%).
A reviewer vouched for the LBBJKT bag as a reliable resource for cyclists. Its expandability up to 45L and apt organizing pockets make it a preferable choice. Its unique strap system can conveniently carry larger items on the outside. In comparison, Briggs & Riley's Medium Cargo Backpack also offers some unique selling points. Included are an RFID pocket to thwart hackers and digital thieves, well-ventilated back padding, premium feels with leather detailing, and its nameplate customization option. Undeniably, with its two main compartments and organizer pocket, it won’t fall short in stashing your goods.
In the end, it all boils down to your needs and preferences. For the avid cyclist or for someone who needs to carry more and doesn’t mind the extra size, the LBBJKT might be the ideal pick. For those seeking sleekness, lightweight, and extra security with a touch of premium feels, the Briggs & Riley Medium Cargo Backpack seems to be the right fit.