TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe - Front View
TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 28L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.55 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black Deluxe Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5 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 string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17" laptop Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded
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 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 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 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in Eco Black.