TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack and the Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is that the Never Check Expandable Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 does not.

TIMBUK2 Never Check Expandable Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Never Check Expandable Backpack Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 24.50L 24.50L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 11.42 x 14.17 11.02 x 4.72 x 18.11
Weight (lb) 2.64 1.5
Fabric 100% recycled nylon
Color Jet Black Eco Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.6 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Weatherproof zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 front zip pocket, 1 side pocket Elasticized external side pocket, 1 front pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket Normal top two way zip access, laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 1 side pocket
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded; 9.7" iPad Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Never Check Expandable Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Never Check Expandable Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 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.