The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Timbuk2 |
Name | Project Backpack | Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 | 13 x 6 x 20.1 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.5 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather | ||
Color | Scout | ||
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | |
Price | Under $250 | Under $150 | |
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 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 | 2 front pocket, 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Internal organizer for pens, phones, and other small stuff | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap | Vista loop for attaching blinky bike lights | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" laptop | Padded; 17" MacBook Pro |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Travel Features | Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass-through | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Channeled air mesh ventilated back panel |
Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work 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 Custom Alcatraz Laptop Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 13 x 6 x 20.1 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in .
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