The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Foundry Pack Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Foundry Pack Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Leather | |
Sub Category | Travel | Commuter | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | Premium waxed canvas and leather | |
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | Scout | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 1, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Secure, silent magnetic closures | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | |
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 | Luggage pass-through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Airmesh ventilated back panel | Padded |
Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 Foundry Pack Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 inches. Constructed from Premium waxed canvas and leather it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Scout.