Exped Skyline 12 vs Trakke Arkaig Backpack
The Exped Skyline 12 is 12L and 0.84kg1.9lb; the Trakke Arkaig Backpack is 12L and 0.9kg2lb. The Exped Skyline 12 is 0.06kg0.1lb lighter. The Exped Skyline 12 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Trakke Arkaig Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 11 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Skyline 12 | Trakke Arkaig Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.95 | n/a |
| Volume | 12L | 12L |
| Weight | 0.84kg1.9lbBest | 0.9kg2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 42%Best |
| Dimensions | 49×26.9×18cm19.5×10.5×7in | 41×25×11cm16×10×4.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | 14" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 0 |
| Opening | long side zip | Top-loading, top lid with COBRA buckles, zipped front pocket |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 42.9 to 51.1cm (17 to 20in) | n/a |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | Yes | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Recycled 450x300D polyester, PU coated (1,500 mm water column), bluesign approved, PFAS free | Dry-Finish Waxed Canvas outer and liner, spun polyester webbing, stainless steel hardware |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Skyline 12 | Trakke Arkaig Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| United Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | 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.