The main difference between the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack and the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack is that the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Mother Lode Travel Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | eBags |
Name | Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack | Mother Lode Travel Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Travel | |
Sub Category | Travel | Carry On | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 20 x 12 x 7 | 22 x 14 x 10 | |
Weight (lb) | 2lbs 13oz | 3.9 | |
Fabric | Recycled Fabric | Polyester | |
Color | Black | 6 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | eBags Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded, adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve | 2 front, top and side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | 2 organization pockets | Interior zip-around mesh panel pocket | |
Side Pockets | 1 side stretch-mesh pocket | Side pocket can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Side grab handle | Top, bottom and side carry handles | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptops | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 19" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | 46 linear inches carry on size compliant |
Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Yes | Stowable backpack straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Breathable back panel |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Front pocket can store shoes or dirty clothes |
Patagonia's Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while eBags 's Mother Lode Travel Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry On features.
The Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2lbs 13oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 12 x 7. It's made of Recycled Fabric and is available in Black in comparison the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack's capacity is with a size of 22 x 14 x 10 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.
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