Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack vs Thule Chasm 26L
The Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack is 26L and 0.89kg2lb; the Thule Chasm 26L is 26L and 0.91kg2lb. The Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack costs $24.94999999999999 less. The Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Thule Chasm 26L fits 31; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack | Thule Chasm 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $135Best | $159.95 |
| Volume | 26L | 26L |
| Weight | 0.89kg2lbBest | 0.91kg2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 86% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 47×31.1×15.2cm18.5×12×6in | 53.3×30×21.1cm21×12×8.5in |
| Laptop | 16" | 17"Best |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| Opening | Roll-top, Rolltop with swappable SM buckle closure | n/a |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 1050D recycled nylon and 1680D recycled ballistic nylon, 150D recycled polyester liner, PFAS free, vegan | 100% recycled 900D polyester, Phthalate-free laminate |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Chrome Industries Initiate 26L Pack | Thule Chasm 26L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air India | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | 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.