TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack is that the Lane Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Custom Mini Prospect Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Mini Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Custom Mini Prospect Backpack
Category Laptop Mini
Sub Category Commuter Womens
Capacity (L) 18L 13L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 10.2 x 5.12 x 15.7
Weight (lb) 2.4 1.5
Fabric Cordura Canvas
Color Jet Black Pink
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
Water Proof / Water Resistant Ultra water-resistant drop liner Waterproof
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Flap closure for quick access or roll-top for expandable volume
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 1 side pockets, front pocket for keys, wallet, sunglasses or other small items
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve 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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptops Padded; 13" MacBook Air
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly

You're currently comparing the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Custom Mini Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Custom Mini Prospect Backpack is a Mini backpack with Womens 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 Mini Prospect Backpack's capacity is 13L with a size of 10.2 x 5.12 x 15.7 inches. Constructed from Cordura Canvas it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in Pink.