Grams28 196 Venture Backpack vs Lo & Sons Rowledge 2
The Grams28 196 Venture Backpack is 23.9L and 1.45kg3.2lb; the Lo & Sons Rowledge 2 is 23.5L and 1.45kg3.2lb. They weigh the same. The Lo & Sons Rowledge 2 costs $201 less. The Grams28 196 Venture Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Lo & Sons Rowledge 2 fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Grams28 196 Venture Backpack | Lo & Sons Rowledge 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699 | $498Best |
| Volume | 23.9L | 23.5L |
| Weight | 1.45kg3.2lb | 1.45kg3.2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27% | 27% |
| Dimensions | 44×31×17.5cm17.5×12×7in | 43.2×31.8×17.1cm17×12.5×6.5in |
| Laptop | 16"Best | 13" |
| Opening | Clamshell, clamshell main compartment, separate rear laptop compartment | n/a |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 1 year |
| Fit | n/a | Women's |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | Italian pebbled bovine leather from Gruppo Mastrotto, environment certified tanning | Water-resistant fine-weave nylon exterior, nappa leather accents, signature jacquard lining, water-resistant laptop zippers |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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