Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.55 kg |
| Dimensions | 65×32×27 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $185 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 | Feature | Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| Y | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Y | Rain-fly | optional |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| G-1000® Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton 100% polyamide 500D | Polyester, Nylon |
Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
| Capacity | 70 L |
| Weight | 3.42 kg |
| Dimensions | 79×40×34 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $300 |
Key differences between the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 and Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Rain cover: Yes on the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35; Optional on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
Both have: compression straps, hip belt.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 1 accept only the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
Only the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 fits
Virgin America.
Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley carries 35L more than the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 (35L vs. 70L), while the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 is the lighter pack at 1.55kg (vs. 3.42kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 fits 1% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Abisko Friluft 35 is the better call.