Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Project Backpack does not.

Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Timbuk2
Name Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack Project Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 29L 21L
Dimensions (in) 10.5 x 7 x 19.5 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 2.09 2.5
Fabric 500D Polyester Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Burnt Olive Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Webbing waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers YKK zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 5 external pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side zippered pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vegan leather lash points Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Soft-touch padded; 15" laptop Padded; 15" laptop
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Hydration bladder compatible

You're currently comparing the Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack by Kelty against the Project Backpack by Timbuk2.


Kelty 's Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Kelty Origins Collection: Fairbank Backpack has a capacity of 29L (liters), weighs 2.09 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.5 x 7 x 19.5. It's made of 500D Polyester and is available in Burnt Olive in comparison the Timbuk2 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.