Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve (Luggage pass through) while the Mother Lode Travel Backpack does not.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule eBags
Name Subterra Backpack 34L Mother Lode Travel Backpack
Category Carry On Travel
Sub Category Travel Carry On
Capacity (L) 34L
Dimensions (in) 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 22 x 14 x 10
Weight (lb) 2.8 3.9
Fabric 800D Nylon Polyester
Color Black 6 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee eBags Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2017
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $175 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps Padded, adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Removable, adjustable sternum strap
Main Compartment Access Roll top and side zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket 2 front, top and side zipped pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes Interior zip-around mesh panel pocket
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top, bottom and side carry handles
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 19"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 46 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable backpack straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Breathable back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Front pocket can store shoes or dirty clothes

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the Mother Lode Travel Backpack by eBags .


Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while eBags 's Mother Lode Travel Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry On features.

The Thule Subterra Backpack 34L has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5. It's made of 800D Nylon 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.