Alpinestars Tech Aero Backpack vs Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack

The main difference between the Alpinestars Tech Aero Backpack and the Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack is that the Tech Aero Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist belt ) while the Time Zone Backpack does not.

Alpinestars Tech Aero Backpack Front View
Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Alpinestars Alpinestars
Name Tech Aero Backpack Time Zone Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Motorcycle Motorcycle
Capacity (L) 16-26L 20L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 9.5 x 5.75 ‎11.81 x 13.78 x 0.71
Weight (lb) 4.0 2.1
Fabric Advanced Poly-fabric 100% Polyester 600D + TPE
Color Black Gray
Warranty Alpinestars 30 Days Warranty Alpinestars 30 Days Warranty
Release Date February 28, 2015 March 18, 2019
Rating 4.6 5.0
Price Under $200 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Innovative S-design shoulder straps Airmesh padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK auto locking zippers Heavy duty zippers with leather zipper pullers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Fleece-lined top pocket, kidney belt pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments 3 interior pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Integrated grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Built-in helmet carrier
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Separate laptop compartment
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer pockets Multiple internal organizer pockets
Travel Features Expandable Fully expandable from 16 to 26L
Stowable Straps Removable sternum strap
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Anatomically profiled back panel Airmesh padded back panel
Rain Cover Fully enveloping rain cover
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Extensive reflective detailing
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Internal sleeve for Bio Armor Back Insert application

You're currently comparing the Tech Aero Backpack by Alpinestars against the Time Zone Backpack by Alpinestars.


Alpinestars 's Tech Aero Backpack is a Sports backpack with Motorcycle features while Alpinestars's Time Zone Backpack is a Sports backpack with Motorcycle features.

The Alpinestars Tech Aero Backpack has a capacity of 16-26L (liters), weighs 4.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 9.5 x 5.75. It's made of Advanced Poly-fabric and is available in Black in comparison the Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of ‎11.81 x 13.78 x 0.71 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester 600D + TPE it weighs 2.1 pounds and is available in Gray.