TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack is that the Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Foundry Pack Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Foundry Pack Backpack
Category Commuter Leather
Sub Category Mens Commuter
Capacity (L) 19L 18L
Dimensions (in) 10.63 x 18.5 x 5.91 ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9
Weight (lb) 0.9 3.3
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color 2 colors and patterns Scout
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.3 4.4
Price Under $100 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps 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 Secure, silent magnetic closures
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, 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
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
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded
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 Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Mens features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 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.