The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Carhartt Rain Defender® 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Rain Defender® 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Carhartt |
Name | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | Rain Defender® 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Work | |
Sub Category | Work | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 35L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | 15 x 18 x 11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 2.3 | |
Fabric | 1200 denier polyester | ||
Color | Carhartt Brown | ||
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap, contour fit shoulder straps with FastDry® technology wicks away sweat for comfort |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | 2 side zippered pocket, 2 front zip pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | Organizer pocket in front pocket | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side zippered pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17" MacBook Pro | Padded; 17 inch laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Stowable Straps | Webbing strap on back panel | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel | Padded air mesh back panel |
Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Carhartt 's Rain Defender® 35L Triple-Compartment 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 Carhartt Rain Defender® 35L Triple-Compartment Backpack's capacity is 35L with a size of 15 x 18 x 11 inches. Constructed from 1200 denier polyester it weighs 2.3 pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.
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