Matador 45L Global Travel Pack vs Mountainsmith Mayhem EVO 45L Backpack
The Matador 45L Global Travel Pack is 45L and 1.8kg4lb; the Mountainsmith Mayhem EVO 45L Backpack is 44L and 1.93kg4.3lb. The Matador 45L Global Travel Pack is 0.13kg0.3lb lighter. The Mountainsmith Mayhem EVO 45L Backpack costs $29.05000000000001 less. The Matador 45L Global Travel Pack fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Mountainsmith Mayhem EVO 45L Backpack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Matador 45L Global Travel Pack | Mountainsmith Mayhem EVO 45L Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $269.95Best |
| Volume | 45L | 44L |
| Weight | 1.8kg4lbBest | 1.93kg4.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 58×37×27cm23×14.5×10.5in | 66×29.2×21cm26×11.5×8.5in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | Clamshell, top + clamshell | Clamshell, Hybrid panel and top loader with wide clamshell style zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 2 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | n/a | 40.6 to 50.8cm (16 to 20in) |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | Yes | Removable |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | Yes |
| Hip belt | Removable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Removable | Yes |
| Load lifters | Yes | Yes |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 420D recycled nylon (bluesign), PFAS-free | 420D nylon ripstop dobby with DWR, 150D high density polyester liner, YKK zippers |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
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