TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Custom Tuck Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Custom Tuck Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe Custom Tuck Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 28L 23L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9
Weight (lb) 2.55 1.6
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black Deluxe Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $200 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Rolltop opening and Rear zip offers entry to main pocket without opening the flap
External Pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 2 side slip-pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side slip-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

You're currently comparing the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe by Timbuk2 against the Custom Tuck Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Custom Tuck Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Custom Tuck Backpack's capacity is 23L with a size of 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in Jet Black.