TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Mens Work
Capacity (L) 19L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 10.63 x 18.5 x 5.91 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 0.9 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Eco Black
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.3 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps J shape - 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 string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottles or U-lock 1 side pocket
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
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with in-pocket key keeper
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 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Mens features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 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 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.