LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L
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 | 98% |
| Price | $170 |
Feature by feature
| LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag | Feature | Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | N |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 17 | Laptop | 15 |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 65% Recycled Polyester, 35% Cotton |
Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.78 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×29×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 65% |
| Price | $200 |
The LBBJKT Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L each cater to a different type of traveler. The Peloton, true to its maker's Life Behind Bars Jakarta roots, is a veritable juggernaut of a carry-on. It's larger in both dimensions and capacity than the Moana, towering at an impressive 53 inches high compared to the Moana's 21-inch height. The Peloton also beats the Moana in width and depth, measuring respectively, 36 inches and 12 inches, compared to the Moana's 29 inches and 52 inches. However, larger doesn't always mean heavier. Despite its massive size, the Peloton weighs only 1.6 pounds, about twice as much as the Moana, which weighs in at around 0.78 pounds.
In summary:
- The Peloton is larger but heavier than the Moana.
- The Peloton has a 35-liter capacity versus the Moana's 26 liters.
- The Peloton is compatible with more airlines (98% vs 65%).
- The Peloton is made of 1000D Cordura lightweight water-resistant polyester with bright yellow inner linings and YKK Aquaguard zippers.
- The Moana is made from a more eco-friendly blend of 65% recycled polyester and 35% cotton.
- The Peloton features a larger laptop compartment (up to 17 inches) compared to the Moana’s (up to 15 inches).
The Peloton is a beast of a backpack, purpose-built for the ultimate road warrior, much like the cyclists its moniker implies. Life Behind Bars Jakarta's design expertise is apparent in its multitude of well-thought-out pockets, an expandable compartment that takes the capacity from 35 liters to an astounding 45 liters, and a strap system that can secure a startlingly wide range of items.
The Moana, however, is not to be outclassed as it takes a more sustainable approach. Made from a blend of 65% recycled polyester and 35% cotton, this Kathmandu-made pack is ideal for the eco-conscious traveler. While it may lag behind the Peloton in terms of physical dimensions, it's more than capable of safeguarding your essentials. It boasts a well-padded, laptop-independent laptop compartment and a commendable amount of functional internal organization. Made with the Australian holidays in mind, its a promising companion for an unplanned hiking adventure.
In the end, the choice between these two packs boils down to preference: the Peloton for on-the-go functionality, and the Moana for sustainable, organized storage. Both promise established quality and versatile usability, leaving the final decision to personal taste and requirements.