TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack and the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack is that the Foundry Pack Backpack has Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve (Luggage pass-through) while the Never Check Expandable Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Foundry Pack Backpack Never Check Expandable Backpack
Category Leather Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Travel
Capacity (L) 18L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.64
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.4 4.6
Price Under $250 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Weatherproof zippers
Main Compartment Access Secure, silent magnetic closures Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.

The Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9. It's made of Premium waxed canvas and leather and is available in Scout in comparison the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in Jet Black.