Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack does not.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
TIMBUK2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Timbuk2
Name Subterra Backpack 34L Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 34L 45L
Dimensions (in) 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5
Weight (lb) 2.8 3.7
Fabric 800D Nylon
Color Black Jet Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2017 July 9, 2019
Rating 4.8 3.3
Price Under $175 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps Adjustable and tuckable backpack straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist straps with mini pockets for small items
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Roll top and side zipped access Clamshell opening
External Pockets 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded; 17" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Compression Straps Internal compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack by Timbuk2.


Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Thule Subterra Backpack 34L has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5. It's made of 800D Nylon and is available in Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Impulse Travel Backpack Duffel Backpack's capacity is 45L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in Jet Black.