The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Timbuk2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Project Backpack | Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | 28L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | 5.91 x 11.42 x 18.11 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.5 | 2.55 | |
Fabric | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | 100% recycled nylon | |
Color | Scout | Eco Black Deluxe | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $250 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Metal zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket | Front zip pocket, 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizer pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 1 side pocket | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" laptop | Padded; 17" laptop |
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 | Luggage pass-through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Airmesh ventilated back panel |
Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe is a Laptop backpack with Travel 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 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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