The main difference between the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Foundry Pack Backpack has Main Compartment Access (Secure, silent magnetic closures) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Foundry Pack Backpack | Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 | |
Category | Leather | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 24.50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 | 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 1.5 | |
Fabric | Premium waxed canvas and leather | 100% recycled nylon | |
Color | Scout | Eco Black | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | February 1, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Secure, silent magnetic closures | ||
External Pockets | 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets | Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve | |
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 | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded |
Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 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.