LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Timbuk2 Command
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 | Timbuk2 Command |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 15in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | |
Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Timbuk2 Command
- Compression straps: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Opening: Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Other on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Passport pocket: No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Top on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Hip belt: Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; No on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; Removable on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag; 15in on the Timbuk2 Command.
Both have: built-in organizer, 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 19 accept only the Timbuk2 Command.
Only the Timbuk2 Command fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Belavia, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Etihad Airways, flybe, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Sky Airlines.
Two essential travel companions stand head to head in whether they would make your ideal carry-on: the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Timbuk2 Command. On the surface, they share similarities: compatibility with 98% of airlines; lightweight construction; and durable materials. But dig a little deeper, and you'll begin to see the differences.
The first point of difference is in their construction: LBBJKT's Peloton Rolltop Bag is constructed from 1000D Cordura - a lightweight, water-resistant polyester mated to durable YKK Aquaguard zippers. In comparison, the fabric of the Timbuk2 Command has been left unspecified, limiting the ability to understand its durability and water resistance.
- Dimensions: LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag (53”H x 36”W x 12”D); Timbuk2 Command (49”H x 34”W x 14”D).
- Weight: LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag (1.6lbs); Timbuk2 Command (1.1lbs).
- Capacity: LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag (35L); Timbuk2 Command (32L).
- Laptop Compartment Size: LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag ( up to 17" laptops); Timbuk2 Command (up to 15" laptops).
Looking at capacity and functionality, the superior size of the LBBJKT's Peloton Rolltop Bag offers a whopping 35 litres of capacity (extendable to 45L) with well-thought pockets for superb organisation. Plus, it fits 17" laptops with ease. The Timbuk2 Command, while slightly more compact at 32 litres, is praised for being surprisingly roomy and TSA-friendly, and its numerous pockets keep things organised.
As per reviewers, if you're a cyclist, the LBBJKT's Peloton Rolltop Bag is a safe bet with its hook system and expandability. If a work bag is what you're after, the Timbuk2 Command provides convenient daily carry with its ample storage compartments. However, it all boils down to personal requirements and preferences because both bags offer unique selling points that make them worth considering.