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Alpaka Traverse Backpack (38L) vs Alpaka HUB Carabiner (L)

Alpaka Traverse Backpack (38L) ($269) vs Alpaka HUB Carabiner (L) ($35) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.

Alpaka Traverse Backpack (38L)
Alpaka
Traverse Backpack (38L)
$269
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Alpaka HUB Carabiner (L)
Alpaka
HUB Carabiner (L)
$35
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Spec-by-spec
SpecAlpaka Traverse Backpack (38L)Alpaka HUB Carabiner (L)
Price$269$35
Weight2100g20g
Weight2100g (74.08 oz, Alpaka product page)20g
Released—First listed 2025-01-31
Pros & Cons

Alpaka Traverse Backpack (38L)

  • 38L capacity
  • clamshell access
  • organized compartments
  • 2100g empty is heavy for everyday carry
  • $269 is premium pricing

Alpaka HUB Carabiner (L)

  • 20 g as published on ALPAKA's page
  • Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
  • Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka HUB Carabiner (L) is the better value at $35. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.
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