The main difference between the The North Face Router Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Router Backpack has Base / Bottom (Bottom compression) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | The North Face | Timbuk2 |
Name | Router Backpack | Commuter Parker Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 42L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.5 x 9 x 21 | 11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 | 4.9 | |
Fabric | 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish | ||
Color | Meld Grey/Tnf Black | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | August 15, 2014 | November 2, 2016 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded & articulated shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with a whistle buckle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | U-pull zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Doubled roll top loading | |
External Pockets | Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys, durable water bottle pockets, large external D-zip pocket for organization | 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment for books and binders, front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve | Laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Two grab handles, a padded handle on top of the pack and another handle on front | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 14.75'' x 12'' (37.5 cm x 30.5 cm) | Padded; 15" laptop |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Bottom compression | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Rain Cover | Detachable rain cover |
The North Face's Router Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The The North Face Router Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.5 x 9 x 21. It's made of 210D recycled nylon ripstop with non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish and is available in Meld Grey/Tnf Black 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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