LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. ILE Radius
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 | ILE Radius |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 16in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 1000D Cordura or xpac |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and ILE Radius
- Compression straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the ILE Radius.
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top zip on the ILE Radius.
- Passport pocket: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Front on the ILE Radius.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the ILE Radius.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Removable on the ILE Radius.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 16in on the ILE Radius.
- Main compartments: 5 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 2 on the ILE Radius.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the ILE Radius.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 2, side on the ILE Radius.
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 23 accept only the ILE Radius.
Only the ILE Radius fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Belavia, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Sky Airlines, Virgin Australia.
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag is a heavyweight in the carry-on backpack world. It's spaciously designed at 53x36x12 inches and weighs a light 1.6 pounds. Don't let the light weight fool you, this bag is a beast when it comes to storage. Boasting a capacity of 35 liters, you're not going to run out of space. It's fine tuned for practicality too. With its laptop compartment catering to 17 inches, your tech needs are taken care of as well. The bag is well received by the biker community and has the added advantage of being compatible with 98% of airlines, granting it effortless universality.
Pitted against it is the ILE Radius. Smaller but fierier, the bag stands at 49x39x16 inches; compact but not compromising on width or depth. The bag holds its own weight, literally, at zero pounds. It's slightly limited in capacity at 21 liters, but still fits the bill for a good carry on. One of its notable features is its laptop compartment which can house a 15 inch laptop. The Radius shines with its fabric quality - sported in either 1000D Cordura or xpac, it's built to last. The bag, however, falls slightly short on airline compatibility at 92%.
Comparing between both the bags:
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The Peloton weighs 1.6 pounds, whereas the Radius weighs nothing at all.
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Both bags are made of robust 1000D Cordura fabric with the Radius also offering an xpac version.
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The Peloton boasts a 35 liter capacity, dwarfing the Radius' 21 liters.
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The Peloton fits a 17 inch laptop, while the Radius can accommodate a 15 inch laptop.
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The Peloton has airport compatibility of 98% with the Radius trailing close behind at 92%.
As pragmatic travelers, it behooves us to select the bag that caters best to our travel needs. If you're an avid cyclist and looking for a companion that can house your laptop on-the-go, a vocal recommendation for The Peloton bags is in order. Its multiple compartments help organize and the sizable width and depth make this bag a promising travel mate.
The Radius, despite its smaller size, offers a sturdy and reliable alternative. If you value quality and longevity in your backpacks, you can't go wrong with the Radius. It's weather-resistant, practical, and most importantly, a sheer delight to carry. It's also available in multiple colors to suit your style. Remember, packing smart involves picking the right bag and both these contenders make a solid case. It's a close call, but whichever you lean towards, rest assured, these backpacks have got your back (and front).