TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Prospect Backpack is that the Lane Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Ultra water-resistant drop liner) while the Custom Prospect Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Prospect Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Custom Prospect Backpack
Category Laptop Commuter
Sub Category Commuter Daypack
Capacity (L) 18L 22L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.4
Color Jet Black Army
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.2
Price Under $200 Under $159
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - 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
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Flap colosure
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 2 side pockets, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Internal organizer for pens, phones, laptop sleeve,
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
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer
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 Prospect Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Custom Prospect Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Daypack 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 Prospect Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Army.