TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack vs The North Face Ruthsac Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack and the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack is that the Custom Prospect Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Ruthsac Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
The North Face Ruthsac Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 The North Face
Name Custom Prospect Backpack Ruthsac Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Daypack Daypack
Capacity (L) 22L 31.5L
Dimensions (in) 12 x 5.9 x 18.7
Weight (lb) 2.4
Fabric 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway.
Color Army Brandy Brown/Root Brown
Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.1
Price Under $159 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap colosure Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket Two external, secure-zip barrel pockets hold water bottles and daily essentials
Internal Compartments Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve, Zippered laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 zippered side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Custom Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Ruthsac Backpack by The North Face.


Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features while The North Face's Ruthsac Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack features.

The Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are . It's made of and is available in Army in comparison the The North Face Ruthsac Backpack's capacity is 31.5L with a size of 12 x 5.9 x 18.7 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled polyester twill or heather polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish depending on colorway. it weighs pounds and is available in Brandy Brown/Root Brown.