TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Lane Commuter Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Lane Commuter Backpack Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Commuter Work
Capacity (L) 18L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.4 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Jet Black Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.2 4.5
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 string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptops Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly

You're currently comparing the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 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 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0's capacity is 24.50L with a size of 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 1.5 pounds and is available in Eco Black.