Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) vs Zefal Urban Messenger
The Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) is 11L and 1.1kg2.4lb; the Zefal Urban Messenger is 11L and 0.84kg1.9lb. The Zefal Urban Messenger is 0.26kg0.6lb lighter. The Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Zefal Urban Messenger fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 20 of 26.
| Spec | Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) | Zefal Urban Messenger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $239 | n/a |
| Volume | 11L | 11L |
| Expands to | 23L | n/a |
| Weight | 1.1kg2.4lb | 0.84kg1.9lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27% | 77%Best |
| Dimensions | 44.5×25×10cm17.5×10×4in | 35×30×13cm14×12×5in |
| Laptop | 13" | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | n/a |
| Opening | Roll-top, vertical roll-top front compartment, main compartment zip, easy-access front and side zip pockets | Top-loading, Zip closure with magnetic snaps |
| Warranty | Lifetime | n/a |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | Hideable | Yes |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | Yes |
| Material | Waterproof X-Pac laminate front compartment, CORDURA re/cor recycled nylon main body, recycled orange camo ripstop lining, YKK water repellent zippers, Fidlock magnetic buckle | RPET |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) | Zefal Urban Messenger |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Air France | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| KLM | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Lufthansa | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| SAS | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Turkish Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Wizz Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
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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.