The main difference between the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe and the Timbuk2 Spirit Laptop Backpack is that the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Spirit Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Spirit Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 28L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.55 | 1.1 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials | |
Color | Eco Black Deluxe | Eco Nautical Pop | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | 3.3 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | 2 side pockets, 1 front zip pocket | |
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 | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chain under front vista loop | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" laptop | Padded; 13" 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 |
Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Spirit Laptop 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 Spirit Laptop Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 9.84 x 5.31 x 15.35 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and polyester from pre- and post-consumer materials it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in Eco Nautical Pop.
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