TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack

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

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Foundry Pack Backpack
Category Laptop Leather
Sub Category Commuter Commuter
Capacity (L) 18L 18L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9
Weight (lb) 2.4 3.3
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color Jet Black Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.2 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - 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 metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Secure, silent magnetic closures
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets
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; 15" laptop
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly

You're currently comparing the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 Foundry Pack Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9 inches. Constructed from Premium waxed canvas and leather it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in Scout.