TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Timbuk2 Custom Tuck Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the Custom Tuck Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Custom Tuck Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Custom Tuck Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Work
Capacity (L) 21L 23L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9
Weight (lb) 2.5 1.6
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Rolltop opening and Rear zip offers entry to main pocket without opening the flap
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 2 side slip-pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 1 side pocket 2 side slip-pockets
Water Bottle Yes
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; 15'' laptop
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Custom Tuck Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Custom Tuck 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 Tuck Backpack's capacity is 23L with a size of 10.4 x 5.51 x 17.9 inches. Constructed from it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in Jet Black.