eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack vs TUMI Bradner Backpack

The main difference between the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack and the TUMI Bradner Backpack is that the Mother Lode Travel Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Removable, adjustable sternum strap) while the Bradner Backpack does not.

eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack Front View
TUMI Bradner Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand eBags TUMI
Name Mother Lode Travel Backpack Bradner Backpack
Category Travel Carry On
Sub Category Carry On Travel
Dimensions (in) 22 x 14 x 10 16.5 x 11.5 x 16.5
Weight (lb) 3.9 2.5
Fabric Polyester Nylon
Color 6 colors and patterns Camo Jacquard
Warranty eBags Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $550
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded, adjustable shoulder straps Straight - Padded/adjustable leather-trimmed backpack straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Removable, adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Metal zipper
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Zip entry to main compartment
External Pockets 2 front, top and side zipped pockets Zip entry to main compartment, front U-zip pocket, front straight-zip pocket with padded lining, back quick-access pocket with magnetic snap, retractable leather top handle, padded/adjustable leather-trimmed backpack straps, add-a-Bag sleeve
Internal Compartments Interior zip-around mesh panel pocket Padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 14" screen), zip pocket, 3 open pockets, 2 card pockets, 2 pen loops, key leash, TUMI Tracer®
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top, bottom and side carry handles Retractable leather top handle
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 19" Padded laptop compartment (fits up to a 14" screen)
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 46 linear inches carry on size compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable backpack straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Add-a-Bag sleeve at the back
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable back panel Padded
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Front pocket can store shoes or dirty clothes

You're currently comparing the Mother Lode Travel Backpack by eBags against the Bradner Backpack by TUMI.


eBags 's Mother Lode Travel Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry On features while TUMI's Bradner Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 14 x 10. It's made of Polyester and is available in 6 colors and patterns in comparison the TUMI Bradner Backpack's capacity is with a size of 16.5 x 11.5 x 16.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in Camo Jacquard.