Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L vs MindShift Gear FirstLight 35L+
The Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L is 36L and 2.27kg5lb; the MindShift Gear FirstLight 35L+ is 35L and 2.4kg5.3lb. The Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L is 0.13kg0.3lb lighter. The Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L costs $23.75999999999999 less. The Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L fits the carry-on limit of 14 of 36 major airlines and the MindShift Gear FirstLight 35L+ fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L | MindShift Gear FirstLight 35L+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $375.99Best | $399.75 |
| Volume | 36L | 35L |
| Expands to | n/a | 38L |
| Weight | 2.27kg5lbBest | 2.4kg5.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 39% | 89%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 54.6×26.7×24.8cm21.5×10.5×10in | 48.3×30.5×22cm19×12×8.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 0 | 2 |
| Compression straps | 5 | n/a |
| Opening | Zippered main compartment | n/a |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | Removable | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | Yes | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | Yes |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 1050D ballistic nylon, triple polyurethane coated, Teflon fabric protector | 420D ripstop and velocity nylon, 1680D ballistic nylon base, DWR and PU-coated |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Maxpedition Gyrfalcon Backpack 36L | MindShift Gear FirstLight 35L+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| AirAsia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Alaska Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Cebu Pacific | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Delta Air Lines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| JetBlue Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Lufthansa | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Qantas | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| SAS | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Turkish Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| United Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Vietjet Air | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Wizz Air | 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.