Matador 45L Global Travel Pack vs Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack
The Matador 45L Global Travel Pack is 45L and 1.8kg4lb; the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack is 45L and 1.7kg3.7lb. The Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack is 0.1kg0.2lb lighter. The Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack costs $50 less. The Matador 45L Global Travel Pack fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack fits 3; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Matador 45L Global Travel Pack | Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $249Best |
| Volume | 45L | 45L |
| Weight | 1.8kg4lb | 1.7kg3.7lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 8%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 58×37×27cm23×14.5×10.5in | 57×34×15.7cm22.5×13.5×6in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | 17" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | Clamshell, top + clamshell | n/a |
| Warranty | 2 years | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | Yes | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | Hideable |
| Sternum strap | Removable | Yes |
| Load lifters | Yes | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 420D recycled nylon (bluesign), PFAS-free | n/a |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Matador 45L Global Travel Pack | Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Southwest Airlines | Carry-on | 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.