Cotopaxi Allpa 35L vs. Exped Glissade 25
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cotopaxi Allpa 35L
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×30×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 80% |
| Price | $200 |
Feature by feature
| Cotopaxi Allpa 35L | Feature | Exped Glissade 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| H | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 0 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D ballistic nylon paneling | 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified |
Exped Glissade 25
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×28×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 79% |
| Price | $139 |
Surely, in the age of globetrotting and constant movement, a solid carry-on backpack is an indispensable companion. The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L and the Exped Glissade 25 carry that slogan of usefulness and practicality. Lighter than a baby panda, the Cotopaxi Allpa 35L weighs only 1.5 pounds, packing a generous 35 liters of capacity within. It boasts a clean, no-nonsense design, with 1680D ballistic nylon paneling and a laptop compartment that houses up to 15 inches of tech. Don't let the 1.5 pounds fool you, though — this sturdy monster is comfortably compatible with 80% of airlines.
The Exped Glissade 25 parades itself with crisp, unfaltering confidence. It's a hair's breadth lighter than the Allpa at 1.25 pounds, and affably accommodates 25 liters. This powerhouse sports 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, with a water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified rating of 1500mm. As for your laptop? Well, we recommend an e-Reader for your hikes with the Glissade. This bag, with a compatibility of 79%, is built for the outdoorsy adventurer.
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Cotopaxi Allpa 35L:
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Dimensions: 20x30x51 inches
- Capacity: 35 liters
- Material: 1680D ballistic nylon paneling
- Laptop Compartment: Fits 15" laptops
- Airline Compatibility: 80%
- Unique Benefits: rain cover, comfortable straps, collapsible mesh laundry bag, nylon shoe bag, and a mesh water bottle sleeve.
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Exped Glissade 25:
- Weight: 1.25 pounds
- Dimensions: 20x28x51 inches
- Capacity: 25 liters
- Material: 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified
- Laptop Compartment: None
- Airline Compatibility: 79%
- Unique Benefits: functional removable hip belt with pockets, attachment loops for outdoor gear, comfortable even when fully loaded, decent internal organization
The Allpa 35L seemingly sings to versatile travels and explores multiple facets of life. Reviewers herald it as an 'all-around bag', 'comfortable, reliable, and durable', and credit its well-structured internal organization. They call it the "perfect graduation gift for the budding world traveler".
On the other side, the Exped Glissade 25 seems less like an office on the go, and more to the tunes of rugged, adventurous trails. Reviewers focus on its utility, praising the removable hip belt laden with pockets, the abundance of attachment loops, and it’s remarkable comfort. They tout its internal organization and the surprising fact that even when loaded to the brim, it remains blissfully comfortable.
Choosing between the two, that depends on the music your feet tap to. Do you dance to the rhythm of the streets and airports, or does your heart beat to the tune of trails and mountains?