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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/n07jc7lf7x/kathmandu-nowaki-32l-pack/pr6zqum06m/jansport-far-out-65/"
title: "Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack vs Jansport Far Out 65"
description: "Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack vs Jansport Far Out 65: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/n07jc7lf7x/kathmandu-nowaki-32l-pack/pr6zqum06m/jansport-far-out-65/"
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# Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack vs. Jansport Far Out 65

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/n07jc7lf7x/kathmandu-nowaki-32l-pack/)

by [Kathmandu](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Kathmandu)

![Front facing view of the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1627959597/carryons/Kathmandu_Nowaki_32L_Pack_mqoo1e.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>32 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.04 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>62×29×26 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>3%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$200</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack | Feature | Jansport Far Out 65 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>100% Polyester</td><td>700 Denier Recycled Ripstop Poly</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Jansport Far Out 65](https://onebag.travel/carryon/pr6zqum06m/jansport-far-out-65/)

by [Jansport](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Jansport)

![Front facing view of the Jansport Far Out 65](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1626679892/carryons/Jansport_Far_Out_65_luxbig.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>65 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.9 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>68×33×19 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>1%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$120</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack and Jansport Far Out 65

-   **Compression straps:** No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; Yes on the Jansport Far Out 65.
-   **Laptop sleeve:** No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; 15in on the Jansport Far Out 65.
-   **Rain cover:** Optional on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; No on the Jansport Far Out 65.
-   **Water resistant:** No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; Yes on the Jansport Far Out 65.

Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets.

## Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 2 accept both. 3 accept only the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack, and 0 accept only the Jansport Far Out 65.

### Only the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack fits

Adria Airways, Air New Zealand, Island Air.

## Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack vs. Jansport Far Out 65: which should you pack?

The **Jansport Far Out 65** carries 33L more than the **Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack** (32L vs. 65L), while the **Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack** is the lighter pack at 1.04kg (vs. 1.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack** fits 3% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Jansport Far Out 65; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack is the better call.