Thule Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Waterproof material) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

Thule Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Timbuk2
Name Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 42L
Dimensions (in) 13.4 x 6.7 x 18.9 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 2.6 4.9
Fabric Cordura-like Nylon 500D
Color Black Jet Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 19, 2014 November 2, 2016
Rating 4.6 4.2
Price Under $175 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Waterproof material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Roll-top access and closure Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets, bottom pocket, and 2 side pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle, sunglasses and mobile phone 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Webbing loops, flexible helmet net
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded, removable 15" laptop compartment Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Organization compartment with U-lock stash pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel EVA padded back panel Padded
Rain Cover Rain cover with reflective print Detachable rain cover
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective elements and light attachment points

You're currently comparing the Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack by Thule against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


Thule 's Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Thule Pack n Pedal Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.4 x 6.7 x 18.9. It's made of Cordura-like Nylon 500D and is available in 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.