The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Foundry Pack Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | Foundry Pack Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Leather | |
Sub Category | Work | Commuter | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | 5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | Premium waxed canvas and leather | ||
Color | Scout | ||
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 1, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $250 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
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 | Secure, silent magnetic closures | |
External Pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
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; 15" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel | Padded |
Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 inches. Constructed from Premium waxed canvas and leather it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Scout.