Backpack Review: eBags TLS Mother Lode Convertible

If you’re looking for a backpack that is carry-on size and has a lot of organisational features, then the eBags Mother Lode might just be a great choice for you.

While my main backpack is still the Osprey Farpoint 40, I recently tested the eBags Mother Lode for this review. I came away with very positive impressions, although it does have a couple of minor weaknesses.

Ebags Mother Lode features

The backpack has one large main compartment, which has an optional divider wall that you can put up to split this large space into two halves. There is also a pouch for small items that you can attach or detach from the main compartment.

I like the versatility that this provides. Other competing backpacks offer a main compartment without any further features, so this is definitely a plus.

On the front, there are two zipped mini compartments for small items, one of which also has a foldable container for a water bottle. There is also an integrated travel organizer with mesh compartments…