LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Salkan "The Backpacker"
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 | Salkan "The Backpacker" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | removable |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 55L |
| 2 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 15in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 4 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 900D COTNA Polyester with wax finish |
Salkan "The Backpacker"
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Weight | 3.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 66×32×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $345 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Salkan "The Backpacker"
- Compression straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Removable on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top flap on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Yes on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 15in on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 3 on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Rain cover: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Yes on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 4 on the Salkan "The Backpacker".
Both have: backpack 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. 2 accept both. 151 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 0 accept only the Salkan "The Backpacker".
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 Atlantic, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Salkan "The Backpacker" are thoughtful designs with unique features that accommodate different traveler needs and preferences. The LBBJKT delivers great design finesse in a sleek, compact form factor. Lighter than the Salkan at 1.6 pounds, it's easier on your back, and its compatibility with 98% of airlines is a significant merit for frequent flyers. Its water-resistant polyester lining, coupled with an Aquaguard zipper, ensures your belongings are protected from the elements, making it a solid choice for outdoor enthusiasts and cyclists. In contrast, the Salkan "The Backpacker" tips the scales at 3.4 pounds but compensates with a larger carrying capacity and superb body adaptability.
Here are the key differences:
- The LBBJKT is 53" tall, 36" wide, and 12" deep while the Salkan sizes up to 22" in height, 32" in width, and 66" in depth.
- The responsible weight goes to LBBJKT at 1.6 pounds, with Salkan trailing at 3.4 pounds.
- In terms of volume, the Salkan offers more space with 45 liters of holding capacity, 10 liters more than the LBBJKT.
- The Salkan is made of 900D COTNA Polyester with a wax finish, while the LBBJKT boasts a 1000D Cordura Lightweight water-resistant polyester inner lining.
- Campatibility with airlines is polarized; LBBJKT fares well with 98% compatibility, while Salkan trails at a mere 19%.
Reviews also mirror these differences. Users of the LBBJKT, especially cyclists, praise its practical design and its abundance of pockets, which help keep belongings organized. Reviews also highlight its unique hook system and its ability to expand from 35L to 45L, plus the capability to secure large items to the bag thanks to its strap system.
On the other hand, the Salkan impresses with its attachable daypack, laundry slings, flight and rain cover, and weatherproof design. Reviewers praise the Salkan's back system that adjusts to your torso's length, offering a great degree of comfort. Both the main pack and the daypack feature dedicated laptop sleeves, and the bag includes a plethora of features such as security pockets and customizable compression straps.
So, while the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag might be your go-to for light travels, cycle trips, and daily commuting, the Salkan "The Backpacker" positions itself as a companion for the adventurous, constantly on-the-move wanderer. No bag is superior - it only matters which traveler you are.