The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Project Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Project Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Project Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 21L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | |
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | Scout | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Metal zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 1 side pocket | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | ||
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 Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel 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 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.
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