The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Briggs & Riley Large Cargo Backpack is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Large Cargo Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Briggs & Riley |
Name | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | Large Cargo Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Work | |
Sub Category | Work | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 33L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | 19 x 15 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 3.2 | |
Fabric | 1600D Ballistic Nylon | ||
Color | 2 colors and patterns | ||
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Briggs & Riley Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee | |
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $400 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Self-repairing YKK® RC zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | ||
External Pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | 3 front and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | Multiple interior pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Leather carry handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights | Leather ID tag | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" MacBook Pro | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | Padded tablet slip pocket | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel | Aerated mesh back padding |
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zippers pulls | |
RFID Blocking | RFID blocking pocket |
Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Briggs & Riley 's Large Cargo Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features.
The Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 6 x 20.1 . It's made of and is available in in comparison the Briggs & Riley Large Cargo Backpack's capacity is 33L with a size of 19 x 15 x 8 inches. Constructed from 1600D Ballistic Nylon it weighs 3.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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