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Which Size TOM BIHN Bag is Right for You?

October 23rd, 2026

One of the most common questions we get asked here at TOM BIHN? “Which bag size is right for me?”

It’s a surprisingly difficult question to answer. Everyone’s carry needs are unique, and your comfort level, capacity needs, and height all come into play when deciding which bag is right for you.

While we can’t get into all of these considerations in one blog post, we thought we’d tackle one of the easiest to clarify: height.

In this blog post, we’re showing a couple of our best-selling bags on Maia, who is 5'3", and Conan, who is 5'10". We hope these shots provide some helpful insight as you consider which bag is right for you.

So, which size TOM BIHN bag is right for you?

Co-Pilot

Side view of the Co-Pilot worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Co-Pilot worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Co-Pilot

4.9/5.0 (183 Reviews)

visible variant TB0967-BTTD^^The Co-Pilot in Black 420 Spectron with Tahoma 200 Halcyon interior

The Co-Pilot is a compact travel briefcase designed to fit neatly under the seat and handle real travel days — tight connections, crowded cabins, and every moment in between.

Pilot

Side view of the Pilot worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Pilot worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Pilot

4.9/5.0 (390 Reviews)

visible variant TB0968-ST3D^^The Pilot in Sapphire 420 Halcyon with Cantaloupe 200 Halcyon interior.

The largest of our Pilot lineup, the Pilot is a medium personal-item travel briefcase built for real travel days – tight connections, crowded cabins, and everything in between.

Small Cafe Bag

Side view of the Small Cafe Bag worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Small Cafe Bag worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Small Cafe Bag

4.9/5.0 (619 Reviews)

visible variant TB0201-KKDL^^Small Cafe Bag in Agave Ballistic with a Dusk 210 Cerylon interior

The smallest of the Cafes, the Small Cafe Bag is our classic crossbody – uncomplicated in all the right ways and designed to carry your daily essentials.

Medium Cafe Bag

Side view of the Medium Cafe Bag worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Medium Cafe Bag worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Medium Cafe Bag

4.9/5.0 (758 Reviews)

visible variant TB0202-KKDL^^Medium Cafe Bag in Agave (pale greenish-blue) Ballistic with Dusk 210 Cerylon interior.

A step up from the Small Cafe Bag, the Medium Cafe Bag is our classic crossbody with added capacity – uncomplicated in all the right ways and designed to carry your daily essentials (plus a little extra).

Techonaut 30

Side view of the Techonaut 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Techonaut 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Techonaut 30

4.9/5.0 (289 Reviews)

visible variant TB0902-BTLD TB0902-BTCD TB0902-BTTD^^The Techonaut 30 in Black 420 Spectron

A spacious travel bag that’s always up for the trip — smart, compact, and ready to shoulder the load without breaking a sweat.

Techonaut 45

Side view of the Techonaut 45 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Techonaut 45 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Techonaut 45

4.9/5.0 (317 Reviews)

visible variant TB0903-BTZD TB0903-BT9D TB0903-BT2D TB0903-BTCD^^Techonaut 45 in Black 420 Spectron

Techonaut 45 is the ultimate one-bag travel backpack for when you’d rather skip the checked bag line. Built to handle extended trips with maximum capacity, smart organization, and carry comfort that lasts from airport to arrival.

Aeronaut 30

Side view of the Aeronaut 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Aeronaut 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Aeronaut 30

4.9/5.0 (126 Reviews)

visible variant TB0905-UKND^^Aeronaut 30 in Aubergine Ballistic with Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon

The smallest in the Aeronaut line, the Aeronaut 30 is the ultimate one-bag travel duffel for when you’d rather skip the checked bag line. Built to handle shorter trips with medium capacity, intuitive organization, and comfortable carry that lasts from airport to arrival.

Aeronaut 45

Side view of the Aeronaut 45 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Aeronaut 45 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Aeronaut 45

5.0/5.0 (199 Reviews)

visible variant TB0906-BKPL TB0906-BK4D TB0906-BK5D TB0906-BKLD^^A Black Ballistic Aeronaut 45.

The largest in our Aeronaut line, the Aeronaut 45 is the ultimate one-bag travel duffel for when you’d rather skip the checked bag line. Built to handle extended trips with maximum capacity, intuitive organization, and comfortable carry that lasts from airport to arrival.

Synapse 19

Side view of the Synapse 19 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Synapse 19 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Synapse 19

4.9/5.0 (412 Reviews)

visible variant TB0112-BTHD^^The Synapse 19 in Black Spectron with a Honeydew 200 Halcyon interior.

The ultimate minimalist everyday backpack for the ultra-organized. Compact, smart, and ready for anything. It keeps your essentials close and your carry effortless.

Synapse 25

Side view of the Synapse 25 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Synapse 25 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Synapse 25

4.9/5.0 (492 Reviews)

visible variant TB0113-STDL^^The Synapse 25 in Sapphire Spectron with Dusk 210 Cerylon interior.

The ideal everyday backpack — compact, organized, and ready for wherever the day takes you — from early morning hikes to late night study sessions.

Synik 22

Side view of the Synik 22 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Synik 22 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Synik 22

4.8/5.0 (579 Reviews)

visible variant TB0120-STDL^^Synik 22 in Sapphire Spectron with Dusk 210 Cerylon interior.

The smallest of the Syniks, the Synik 22, is the ultra-organized, compact backpack for travelers or commuters who crave order on the move. Structured, tough, compact, and ready for anything from spontaneous flights to subway rush hours.

Synik 26

Side view of the Synik 26 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Synik 26 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Synik 26

4.9/5.0 (371 Reviews)

visible variant TB0122-BTND^^ A black backpack with a zippered front pocket and an open top compartment showing a gray interior, photographed on a white background.

Our mid-size Synik, the Synik 26, is the ultra-organized backpack for daily commuters or weekend adventurers. Spacious, tough, and ready for anything from spontaneous flights to subway rush hours.

Synik 30

Side view of the Synik 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Synik 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Synik 30

4.9/5.0 (1266 Reviews)

visible variant TB0121-BTSL^^The Synik 30 in Black 420 Spectron with Sangria 210 Cerylon

The largest of the Syniks, the Synik 30, is the ultra-organized backpack for travelers or commuters who crave order on the move. Spacious, tough, and ready for anything from spontaneous flights to subway rush hours. Built to handle weekend trips and slide comfortably under the airplane seat.

Guide’s Edition Synik 30

Side view of the Guide’s Edition Synik 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Back view of the Guide’s Edition Synik 30 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Guide's Edition Synik 30

4.9/5.0 (67 Reviews)

A backpack built for exploration, adventure, and everyday life—wherever the journey takes you.

Guide’s Edition Synik 26

Side view of the Guide’s Edition Synik 26 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10%").

Back view of the Guide’s Edition Synik 26 worn by Maia (5'3") and Conan (5'10").

Guide's Edition Synik 26

5.0/5.0 (45 Reviews)

visible variant TB0184-BKCD^^The Guide's Edition Synik 26 in Black Ballistic

A backpack built for exploration, adventure, and everyday life—wherever the journey takes you.

So, Which Size TOM BIHN Bag is Right for You?

We hope this comparison guide sheds some light on this daunting question. But truly, there are no rules. Choose the bag that feels right on your frame, fits what you carry, and works for the way you move through the world.

The best bag isn’t necessarily the biggest or the smallest. It’s the one you reach for day after day, ready to go wherever life takes you

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