TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Work Work
Capacity (L) 18L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 6 x 20.1 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side 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
Tablet Sleeve Padded Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in Eco Black.