The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Organizer Pocket (Internal organizer) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Commuter Parker Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Travel | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 42L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 4.9 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | ||
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | Jet Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | November 2, 2016 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Doubled roll top loading | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | Laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" laptop | Padded; 15" laptop |
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Airmesh ventilated back panel | Padded |
Rain Cover | Detachable rain cover |
Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.
The Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.55 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Eco Black Deluxe 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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