TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the Timbuk2 Lane Commuter Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Beer tiki bottle opener on front shoulder strap) while the Lane Commuter Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Lane Commuter Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 Timbuk2
Name Project Backpack Lane Commuter Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Commuter
Capacity (L) 21L 18L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.4
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather
Color Scout Jet Black
Warranty Lifetime Warranty Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.2
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 Ultra water-resistant drop liner
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zip access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 2 front zip pockets, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve
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
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded; 15" laptops
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Removable, reflective rainfly

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Lane Commuter Backpack by Timbuk2.


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Timbuk2's Lane Commuter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Commuter 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 Lane Commuter Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.91 x 10.83 x 17.72 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Jet Black.