TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Timbuk2 Foundry Pack Backpack is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Foundry Pack Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Foundry Pack Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack Foundry Pack Backpack
Category Laptop Leather
Sub Category Travel Commuter
Capacity (L) 24.50L 18L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 ‎5.12 x 13.39 x 18.9
Weight (lb) 2.64 3.3
Fabric Premium waxed canvas and leather
Color Jet Black Scout
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 1, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.4
Price Under $250 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Secure, silent magnetic closures
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket 1 front pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Laptop sleeve, Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded; 15" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Foundry Pack Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Foundry Pack Backpack is a Leather backpack with Commuter 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 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.