LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Exped Glissade 35
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 | Exped Glissade 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| 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 | |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Exped Glissade 35
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top zip on the Exped Glissade 35.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Exped Glissade 35.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the Exped Glissade 35.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Exped Glissade 35.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, built-in organizer.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 31 accept both. 122 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 0 accept only the Exped Glissade 35.
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, Copa Airlines, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, 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, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, 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.
LBBJKT’s The Peloton Rolltop Bag, a brainchild of Life Behind Bars Jakarta, is tailored for the daily commuter and adventure seeker alike. It's got a generous height of 53 inches, making it ideal for those longer trips where extra packing space comes in handy. The inclusion of a dedicated laptop compartment that can fit a 17-inch laptop is a definite plus for the modern digital nomad. Its remarkable compatibility with 98% of airlines makes it a reliable travel companion-- that's one less thing to worry about when booking your flights. Built with 1000D Cordura Lightweight, water-resistant polyester inner lining in bright yellow, and YKK Aquaguard zippers, durability and protection from the elements is a given with The Peloton.
On the other hand, we have the Exped Glissade 35, a lightweight champion weighing just 0.2 pounds. Despite its manageable size, standing at a modest 24 inches tall, it still offers a hefty 35-liter capacity—equivalent to The Peloton. This featherweight champ is built from sturdy 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, and certified Oeko-Tex 100. Although a touch lower than The Peloton in airline compatibility at 91%, it remains a reliable carry-on travel option.
In summary:
- The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag is larger and heavier (at 1.6 pounds), but offers more organizational pockets and an expandable size of up to 45 liters.
- The Exped Glissade 35, while smaller and lighter, boasts a comfortable harness and load management system, plus multiple attachment loops for outdoor gear.
The Peloton, from reviewer feedback, is any cyclist's dream bag. Its hook system to open and close the bag is seen as a unique feature loved by users, with some highly recommending it for its utility and capacity. In contrast, the Exped Glissade 35 wins laurels for its neat zipper organization for your gear. Its invert "J" shaped zipper layout is designed to prevent unwanted spill outs and grant easy access to any packed items.
In conclusion, both the LBBJKT The Peloton and the Exped Glissade 35 make for admirable companions, each with their own unique selling points tailored to cater to different necessities. While The Peloton plays to the travel-savvy techno-savant, the Glissade is a featherweight juggernaut for the outdoorsy adventure seeker. It all boils down to what's right for you, so choose wisely.