Black Voyage Zephyr Pro vs Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L
The Black Voyage Zephyr Pro is 35L and 2.35kg5.2lb; the Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L is 36L and 2.27kg5lb. The Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L is 0.08kg0.2lb lighter. The Black Voyage Zephyr Pro costs $86.00999999999999 less. The Black Voyage Zephyr Pro fits the carry-on limit of 15 of 36 major airlines and the Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L fits 14; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Black Voyage Zephyr Pro | Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $289.98Best | $375.99 |
| Volume | 35L | 36L |
| Expands to | 50L | n/a |
| Weight | 2.35kg5.2lb | 2.27kg5lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 42%Best | 39% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 48×32.5×23.5cm19×13×9.5in | 54.6×26.7×24.8cm21.5×10.5×10in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 0 |
| Compression straps | n/a | 5 |
| Opening | n/a | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | Removable |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | Yes |
| Hip belt | Removable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | CloudWeave nylon-polyurethane composite, Cordura 1680D ballistic nylon or X-Pac VX21; YKK water-repellent zippers; Duraflex buckles | 1050D ballistic nylon, triple polyurethane coated, Teflon fabric protector |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Black Voyage Zephyr Pro | Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.