LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Fjallraven Travel Pack Small
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 | Fjallraven Travel Pack Small |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 15in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | |
| 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 | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Travel Pack Small
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1.35 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×29×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $195 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Fjallraven Travel Pack Small
- Compression straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Clamshell on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 15in on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 153 accept both. 0 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 33 accept only the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small.
Only the Fjallraven Travel Pack Small fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, easyJet, Etihad Airways, flybe, Gulf Air, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Sky Airlines, Spring Airlines, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Wizz Air.
When it comes to selecting a carry-on bag, our main contenders are the Peloton Rolltop Bag from Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT) and the Travel Pack Small from Fjallraven. The LBBJKT bag is massive in comparison, measuring 53 inches in height, 36 inches in width, and 12 inches in depth. It's standout feature - compatibility with 98% of airlines, which is a bit more than Fjallraven's 86%. The Peloton Rolltop, weighing 1.6 pounds, is slightly heavier, maybe due to its cordura fabric. Although polyester with a streak of bright yellow color looks sporty, it's not as unique, nor eco-friendly as Fjallraven's G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco made from 65% recycled polyester and 35% organic cotton.
Comparison bullet points:
- Size: LBBJKT (53x36x12), Fjallraven (17x29x40)
- Weight: LBBJKT (1.6 lbs), Fjallraven (1.35 lbs)
- Capacity: LBBJKT (35L), Fjallraven (20L)
- Airline compatibility: LBBJKT (98%), Fjallraven (86%)
- Material: LBBJKT (1000D Cordura Fabric), Fjallraven (G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton)
- Laptop Compartment: LBBJKT (17 inch), Fjallraven (15 inch)
In terms of additional storage, LBBJKT trumps Fjallraven with an impressive 35 liters of capacity, expandable to 45L and a built-in laptop compartment for a 17" gadget. While Fjallraven's 20 liter-polished product also offers a laptop compartment, it is limited to a 15" notebook. However, this backpack's strength lies in its well-thought organization - handy for city breaks or business trips, as one reviewer noted.
Finally, regarding consumer sentiment, reviewers highly recommend LBBJKT for its cycling suitability and expandable space. However, Fjallraven wins the style award, with its simple yet functional design making it a suitable companion for almost any occasion. In conclusion, the LBBJKT is your go-to for longer trips and cycling adventures, while the Fjallraven Travel Pack excels in urban environments and shorter jaunts. Both are robust, reliable, and offer well-thought-out organizational features, making either bag a worthy addition to a jetsetter's gear assembly.