The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent material) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | TIMBUK2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Commuter | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Mens | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 19L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 10.63 x 18.5 x 5.91 | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.9 | 2.2 | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | ||
Warranty | TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.3 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest 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 | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | ||
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 | Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded laptop compartment fits up to 13" | Padded; 17" MacBook Pro |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with in-pocket key keeper | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded back panel | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective hits | ||
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Separate compartment for storage of shoes and wet clothes |
TIMBUK2 's Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Mens features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .
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