The main difference between the Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Rain Defender® durable water repellent) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Carhartt | Timbuk2 |
Name | 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack | Commuter Parker Backpack | |
Category | Everyday | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 42L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12 X 18 X 7.5 | 11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 | |
Weight (lb) | 4.9 | ||
Fabric | Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon | ||
Color | Carhartt Brown | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | November 2, 2016 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Rain Defender® durable water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Easy, quick-open cinch top | Doubled roll top loading | |
External Pockets | 2 side pockets, 2 front slip-in pockets, 1 front zip pocket | 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | 2 Rows of M.O.L.L.E Straps | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15” laptop | Padded; 15" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Rain Cover | Detachable rain cover |
Carhartt's 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The Carhartt 28L Nylon Cinch-Top Convertible Tote Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 X 18 X 7.5. It's made of Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon and is available in Carhartt Brown in comparison the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of 11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.
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