TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Custom Tuck Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Work
Capacity (L) 18L 23L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9
Weight (lb) 2.4 1.6
Color Jet Black Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.2
Price Under $200 Under $100
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
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Rolltop opening and Rear zip offers entry to main pocket without opening the flap
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 2 side slip-pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 2 side slip-pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptops Padded; 15'' laptop
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 Tuck Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Custom Tuck 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 Tuck Backpack's capacity is 23L with a size of 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in Jet Black.