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Mother Lode 19" Expandable Junior Backpack with Laptop Compartment

Samsonite

Current Price $179.99
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Color: Brushed Indigo
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This backpack has tons of pockets strategically placed inside and out so everything has its place. Not only is it easy to organize, but its expandable with external compression straps so you can still fit your favorite backpack in the overhead bin.

  • Top, bottom, and side carry handles. Interior zip-around mesh panel pocket.
  • Large main compartment with compression straps & fold-down shelf. Easy access front zip compartment with several interior pockets and key leash.
  • Expands 1.5-inches. Meets most airline carry-on requirements. 2 exterior quick-grab zip pockets.
  • Side zip water bottle pocket. 4 exterior compression straps.
  • Stowable backpack straps. Breathable back panel for comfort.
  • Item #10874754
  • Core Product ID 333333WNA2

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Samsonite

Founded in 1910, Samsonite is the world leader in superior travel bags, luggage and accessories. Renowned for breakthrough research and development, Samsonite builds trusted, innovative and sustainable products that elevate the way we travel. Timelessness of a Brand:   Samsonite is inspired by the past, devoted to the present and built to inspire a multi-generational future​.

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(480)4804.7 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Sept 17, 2026

Perfect size

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This bag is the perfect size - small enough to be stored when needed, but don't enough, and with so many compartments, to carry everything I might need!
Anonymous
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Most helpful critical review

May 18, 2023

Quality Control Fail

Excellent ordering process, got my bag in two days- DEFECTIVE. Reorder failed, Eggplant color sold out. I gave up on trying to reorder new one in different color. At least they let me keep the defective bag and they refunded my money. Missing lower buckle that compresses the bag. Disappointed because I did a TON of research and chose this bag for my trip and ebags didn’t do their part in quality control.
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Sept 17, 2026

Perfect size

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This bag is the perfect size - small enough to be stored when needed, but don't enough, and with so many compartments, to carry everything I might need!
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Anonymous
Sept 1, 2026

Best Travel Backpack

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the size of this backpack, fits great under the seat, easy to carry and go through TSA!
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Lisa Seifert
Aug 19, 2026

Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Gift for my son birthday!! He absolutely loves it!!
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Anonymous
Aug 9, 2026

A well built and versatile backpack

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Purchased two Mother Lode Jr backpack for my wife and I. We love the space, expansion of the bag. Can be used as a backpack or carried as a brief case. Plenty of space for a few days trip.
Flyfishfla
July 19, 2026

Perfect for study abroad students

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My daughter is using the Mother Load Jr travel backpack in Europe right now and loves it!!! Perfect for those who want to travel light or supplement a larger suitcase or carryon. Fits a ton of things!
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Mplsqueen
July 17, 2026

Great option for flights with smaller bag limtes.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Worked great for a 12 night stay in Europe. Met carry-on critera for our Air France and KLM flights. This is our 3rd one as we all switch from roller bags to back-pack carry-on's. Lots of great pocket options.
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Megan B