Timbuk2 Never Check Expandable Backpack

The Timbuk2 Never Check is a carry-on travel backpack that can double as a daily work or weekend bag. A gusseted main compartment allows the backpack to expand when you need more room while smaller pockets on the front are perfect for passports, water bottles and other smaller items.

What we like

• Design is sleek and pairs well with business casual attire.

• Side laptop compartment access allows you to grab your tech without having to rummage through the main compartment.

• Versatile - can also be used as a daily work bag.

What we don’t like

• Front zip pocket can be hard to access, especially when the bag is full.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 19.5” H x 12” W x 6.3” D

• Weight: 2.6lbs

• Capacity: 24L

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 15”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Timbuk2 Division Backpack

With the Division backpack, Timbuk2 set out to design mature backpack for those who want great functionality without looking like a high school student. The Timbuk2 Division is made up of two main sections; a roomy main compartment with an organizer panel and the separate padded compartment for your laptop that rests against the back.

If 22 liters is a bit too small for your carry needs, Timbuk2 also offers the 28-liter Authority backpack that has a lot of the same design features as the Division with more storage space and a few more pockets.

What we like

• Great commuter backpack. Slim profile looks clean and professional enough to wear at the office.

• External compression straps allows the backpack to hold more than you would expect.

What we don’t like

• Items in the font outside pocket can be hard to access when the main compartment is full. The pocket is deep and narrow.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 17.3” H x 11” W x 4.33” D

• Weight: 2.1lbs

• Capacity: 22L

• Material: Varies by color

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 15”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Timbuck2 Tuck Pack Backpack

Timbuk2 offers a back-to-basics rolltop backpack with some modern flare with their Tuck Pack. Some modern upgrades to the classic rolltop design include a side access padded laptop compartment and organizers inside the main compartment. Side pockets are perfect for water bottles or bike locks making the Timbuk2 Tuck a great option for daily urban carry.

What we like

• Good small/mid size backpack for everyday commutes. Stylish enough to be worn just about anywhere.

• Rolltop style allows for more storage vertically.

• Side access to laptop compartment so you don’t have to undo the rolltop to access your tech.

What we don’t like

• Outside pockets (side and front) can be hard to access when the main compartment is full.

• Clip that secures the rolltop is made out of plastic. Not sure how that will hold up over time.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 17.1” H x 15.4” W x 6.30” D

• Weight: 1.5lbs

• Capacity: 20L

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 15”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Timbuk2 Wander Backpack Duffel

The Timbuk2 Wander is a convertible backpack and duffel bag made for those who need a high-volume travel bag to take with them wherever they roam. The main compartment is incredibly roomy and at 40-liters it’s the perfect size for one-bag travel enthusiasts. For easy duffel carry, simple unclip the shoulder straps at their ends and stow them away in the back panel.

What we like

• Lots of useful pockets and storage options throughout the bag.

• Wet/dry compartment is great for dirty clothes or shoes.

• External compression straps allows you to pack for a days or a couple of weeks.

What we don’t like

• There are plastic clips that allow the shoulder straps to be stowed away when the bag is being used as a duffel. Yet these clips are poorly designed and can come loose when the shoulder straps are in use.

• No hip belt for help with heavier loads.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 22.8” H x 15” W x 7.5” D

• Weight: 3.7lbs

• Capacity: 40L

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 15”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Timbuk2 Authority Backpack

With a slim and modern design, the Timbuk2 Authority is the perfect backpack for work commutes or daily carry in the city.

The bag is made up of three main sections. The front compartment features an organizer panel for your small items, the main compartment can fit bulkier gear and a separate padded compartment keeps your laptop accessible while protecting it from bumps and drops.

At 28 liter capacity, the Timbuk2 Authority can be described as a larger upgrade to the 22 liter Timbuk2 Division backpack.

What we like

• Structured and slime profile looks clean and professional enough to wear at the office.

• Padded laptop compartment can fit larger laptops up to 17-inches.

• Airmesh back and padded shoulder straps are very comfortable, even when the bag is fully loaded.

What we don’t like

• Narrow compartments makes it hard to store bulkier items. Bag shape makes it feel like less than 28 liter.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 18.1” H x 11.4” W x 5.91” D

• Weight: 2.4lbs

• Capacity: 28L

• Material: Nylon or 600D Melange Polyester (varies by color)

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 17”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Timbuk2 Recruit Backpack

Timbuk2 manages with offer a backpack with a small footprint without compromising on carry capacity with their Recruit backpack. The Timbuk2 Recruit can comfortably carry a 13-inch laptop and a few books while still having plenty of space in its smaller front pockets for personal items.

What we like

• Perfect size for petite women or people with smaller frames.

• Shoulder straps are padded and very comfortable.

• Good amount of pockets and organizers. Great for daily carry.

What we don’t like

• Quality of the zippers isn’t the best.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 15” H x 9.45” W x 3.94” D

• Capacity: 12L

• Materials: Premium twill fabric

• Weight: 1.3 lbs

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 13”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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