LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL
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 | Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | N |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 210D PA, 600D PES |
Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.26 kg |
| Dimensions | 58×28×24 cm |
| Airline fit | 16% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top zip on the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Yes on the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 1 on the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL.
- Rain cover: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Yes on the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
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 Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL.
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.
As a valued companion and a home on the road, choosing the right carry-on backpack can make a world of difference. Let's consider two options: The Peloton Rolltop Bag by Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT) and The Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL by Deuter. While both have merits, comparing them offers an interesting perspective on what they bring to the table.
Firstly, the LBBJKT Peloton Rolltop is substantially larger, spanning 53x36x12 inches. Although its towering stature makes it incompatible with a few airlines, it lays claim to a generous carrying capacity of 35 liters. In contrast, the more petite Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL measures 24x28x58 inches. It may not match up in terms of sheer size, but it is notably lighter, weighing in at an airy 1.26 pounds compared to the Peloton’s 1.6 pounds.
Key Comparisons among the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL include:
- The LBBJKT Peloton has a higher compatibility with the most airlines (98% vs. 30%)
- The LBBJKT Peloton has a larger capacity (35 liters vs. 32 liters)
- The Deuter Trans Alpine is lighter (1.26 pounds vs. 1.6 pounds)
- The Deuter Trans Alpine, despite having a smaller total volume, is deeper (58 inches vs. 12 inches)
- The LBBJKT Peloton can accommodate a larger laptop (17 inches vs. 0 inches for the Deuter)
A key selling point for the LBBJKT Peloton is undoubtedly its spec-packed design. Built with 1000D Cordura and water-resistant polyester inner linings, it also sports a laptop compartment that can stow a 17-inch laptop. Furthermore, its adjustable size, expanding from 35L to a commendable 45L, and a strap system that can attach sizable items make it truly hard to resist. “If you're a cyclist looking for a suitable backpack, you should definitely take the Peloton into consideration," one reviewer gushed about the LBBJKT Peloton.
In contrast, the Deuter Trans Alpine 32 EL might boast a lighter frame and stylish 210D PA, 600D PES fabric, but it lacks the larger laptop accommodation of its rival and is less compatible with airlines. Choosing between the two then requires consideration of individual priorities – whether it’s size, carrying capacity, or weight that makes the cut.