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Tom Bihn Bantam vs Tom Bihn Paradigm

Tom Bihn Bantam ($70) vs Tom Bihn Paradigm ($170) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.

Tom Bihn Bantam
Tom Bihn
Bantam
$70
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Tom Bihn Paradigm
Tom Bihn
Paradigm
$170
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Spec-by-spec
SpecTom Bihn BantamTom Bihn Paradigm
Price$70$170
Weight136g510g
Weight136g (4.80 oz, Tom Bihn product page)510g (17.99 oz, Tom Bihn product page)
Pros & Cons

Tom Bihn Bantam

  • PWK (phone, wallet, keys) bag
  • several carry options
  • attachment points
  • Very small, so it holds only essentials

Tom Bihn Paradigm

  • Teardrop main compartment
  • padded sleeve suits an iPad
  • 3D front pocket with three vertical sections
  • $170 is a considered purchase
Tom Bihn Bantam is the better value at $70. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.
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