TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs Patagonia Black Hole Pack 32L

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Patagonia Black Hole Pack 32L is that the Project Backpack has Zippers (Metal zipper with metal pulls) while the Black Hole Pack 32L does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Black Hole Pack 32L Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Patagonia
Name Project Backpack Black Hole Pack 32L
Category Laptop Travel
Sub Category Travel Laptop
Capacity (L) 21L 32L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 16.93 x 7.87 x 23.03
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.1
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 100% postconsumer recycled polyester
Color Scout Multicoloured
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee
Rating 4.8
Price Under $250 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent Weather-resistant
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top zipped access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
Side Pockets 1 side pocket Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap Webbing loops
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Black Hole Pack 32L by Patagonia.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Patagonia's Black Hole Pack 32L is a Travel backpack with Laptop features.

The Timbuk2 Project Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 2.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5. It's made of Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather and is available in Scout in comparison the Patagonia Black Hole Pack 32L's capacity is 32L with a size of 16.93 x 7.87 x 23.03 inches. Constructed from 100% postconsumer recycled polyester it weighs 1.1 pounds and is available in Multicoloured.