TIMBUK2 Project Backpack vs TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack

The main difference between the Timbuk2 Project Backpack and the TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack is that the Project Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the Vert Backpack does not.

TIMBUK2 Project Backpack - Front View
TIMBUK2 Vert Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Timbuk2 TIMBUK2
Name Project Backpack Vert Backpack
Category Laptop Sports
Sub Category Travel Skateboard
Capacity (L) 21L 19L
Dimensions (in) 11.42 x 4.72 x 18.5 12.2 x 6.3 x 19.3
Weight (lb) 2.5 2.4
Fabric Water-repellent waxed canvas and trimmed in premium leather 1830D Cordura Canvas
Color Scout 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Lifetime Warranty TIMBUK2 Lifetime Warranty
Release Date August 16, 2018
Rating 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-repellent
Zippers Metal zipper with metal pulls YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets Laptop pocket fits, expandable zippered side pocket, 1 front pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets
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 Front tension straps for skateboard or yoga mat, hex shape beer tikki bottle opener, vista loop for attaching bike lights
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" laptop Padded laptop compartment fits up to 17"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel

You're currently comparing the Project Backpack by Timbuk2 against the Vert Backpack by TIMBUK2 .


Timbuk2's Project Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while TIMBUK2 's Vert Backpack is a Sports backpack with Skateboard 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 Vert Backpack's capacity is 19L with a size of 12.2 x 6.3 x 19.3 inches. Constructed from 1830D Cordura Canvas it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.