TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Project Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Front View
TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand TIMBUK2 Timbuk2
Name Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack Project Backpack
Category Commuter Laptop
Sub Category Mens Travel
Capacity (L) 19L 21L
Dimensions (in) 10.63 x 18.5 x 5.91 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 0.9 2.5
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color 2 colors and patterns Scout
Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.3
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 Water-repellent
Zippers Water resistant PU coated zippers Metal 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 Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottles or U-lock 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap
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 Project Backpack by Timbuk2.


TIMBUK2 's Especial Shadow Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Mens features while Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel 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 Project Backpack's capacity is 21L with a size of 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Scout.