The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Never Check Expandable Backpack | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 24.50L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.64 | 2.55 | |
Fabric | 100% recycled nylon | ||
Color | Jet Black | Eco Black Deluxe | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Zippers | Weatherproof zippers | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 1 side pocket | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Padded; 17" laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded; 9.7" iPad | ||
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Compression straps let you cinch it all down tight for a clean look that can transition from client A to B and then bar X. | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Airmesh ventilated back panel |
Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack has a capacity of 24.50L (liters), weighs 2.64 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe's capacity is 28L with a size of 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 inches. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Eco Black Deluxe.
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