TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parker Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack is that the Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent material) while the Commuter Parker Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Commuter Parker Backpack
Category Commuter Commuter
Sub Category Mens Everyday
Capacity (L) 19L 42L
Dimensions (in) 10.63 x 18.5 x 5.91 ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47
Weight (lb) 0.9 4.9
Color 2 colors and patterns Jet Black
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 2, 2016
Rating 4.3 4.2
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent material
Zippers Water resistant PU coated zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Doubled roll top loading
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottles or U-lock 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop compartment fits up to 13" Padded; 15" laptop
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with in-pocket key keeper
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded
Rain Cover Detachable rain cover
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective hits
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Separate compartment for storage of shoes and wet clothes

You're currently comparing the Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack by TIMBUK2 against the Commuter Parker Backpack by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Mens features while Timbuk2's Commuter Parker Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 19L (liters), weighs 0.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 10.63 x 18.5 x 5.91. It's made of and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Timbuk2 Commuter Parker Backpack's capacity is 42L with a size of ‎11.81 x 5.51 x 20.47 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.9 pounds and is available in Jet Black.