Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack vs Alpinestars Tech Aero Backpack

The main difference between the Alpinestars Time Zone Backpack and the Alpinestars Tech Aero Backpack is that the Time Zone Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Tech Aero Backpack does not.

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


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

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