The Motherlode Jr is an incredibly well designed travel backpack- endless useful pockets, padded laptop sleeve, clamshell style to easily access everything, moveable divider in main compartment, disappearing water bottle sleeve, compression straps, expansion zipper. Fantastic carry on to avoid checking luggage. Fits a ton of stuff & has multiple carry options (shoulder strap & belt stabilizer included) for maximum versatility. All zippers can be locked, sturdy hardware, no signs of wear. Beautiful plum color. Easily fits in overhead bins- might work underseat if not stuffed! With expansion zipper open bag is 9” deep-7” deep with it zipped. See size for other measurements.