The main difference between the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Lane Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Ultra water-resistant drop liner) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Lane Commuter Backpack | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Commuter | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 18L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.4 | 2.2 | |
Color | Jet Black | ||
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.2 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Ultra water-resistant drop liner | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" laptops | Padded; 17" MacBook Pro |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel |
Rain Cover | Removable, reflective rainfly |
Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features.
The Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .
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