The main difference between the Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Transporter Roll Top Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather resistant material) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Timbuk2 |
Name | Transporter Roll Top Backpack | Commuter Parker Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 25L | 42L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85 | 11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.1 | 4.9 | |
Fabric | 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated | ||
Color | 8 colors and patterns | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | May 16, 2019 | November 2, 2016 | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap with safety whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable 25 mm web hipbelt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Weather resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Roll top opening with webbing and aluminium buckle closure | Doubled roll top loading | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped side pockets | 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Magazine/document sleeve and internal organization | Laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle and umbrella | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Loop for blinky light attachment | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | Padded; 15" laptop |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam back panel | Padded |
Rain Cover | Detachable rain cover |
Osprey 's Transporter Roll Top Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The Osprey Transporter Roll Top Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.7 x 12.61 x 9.85. It's made of 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated and is available in 8 colors and patterns 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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