G'day fellow ozbargainers!
After my recent trip overseas I have realized the need to invest in new cabin bag. Looking for a spinner and definitely not a duffel ;)
- Hard case
- Soft shell??
Recommendations please.
OzBargain Cabin Baggage of Choice
hckr on 18/01/2018 - 12:34
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Thanks for the suggestion will look at Samsonite B'Lite:)
When looking at Samsonite I suggest you check out their sister brand American Tourister. The Applite 2.0 is very similar to the B'Lite but at almost half the price. I highly recommend Bagworld
Soft, so you can squeeze it in if need be.
that's definitely a consideration :)
Like a Country Road tote bag.
Osprey porter?
For a carry on bag I always choose hard shell. It is unlikely to sustain any damage as it is not being touched by baggage handlers so no need to fear the hard shell being cracked. The main issue with cabin baggage is weight - hard shell suitcases tend to be lighter than soft.
on a side note I have a 1 hard shell check and been travelling with it for the last 4 or so years, haven't had an issue thus far… even the baggage handlers haven't broken it yet…
have I jinks-ed it ;)
I use my IKEA collapsible cabin bag on wheels (formerly known as Upptäcka and costing only $19.95 back then, with the IKEA Family Card) for Scoot flights and it's brilliant because it weighs only 1.7kg. Not a spinner though. http://www.ikea.com/au/en/catalog/products/20367502/
definitely looking for a spinner
$15 generic hard shell I bought whilst overseas. Its a roller, perfect size, internal zips to separate compartments. Will last for ages as not getting thrown around by baggage handlers.
Backpack.
that was my choice back in the day, looking for a spinner ATM
+1 on the back pack, by far the easiest way to carry +/- 7 kgs, or so :-), around an airport
another for a backpack. Keeps hands free to do stuff when you're transiting from the terminal.
I always use a soft case or backpack for cabin luggage.
Although I prefer the look of a hardcase, it's not practical when you need to take something out. Every time you need to get something, you need to find space to lay it down and unzip/unclip. It is the worst when you're in the security check line and need to take out a laptop or aerosol for the trays that go into the x-ray machine.
Also if you need to get something mid-flight - Instead of just opening a small zipper on a backpack, you'll need to lay the whole hard case on the floor and then unzip and open the whole thing.
An Aldi shopping bag - so chic for an ozbargainer flexible as well. 15c
i've had an eagle creek tarmac for quite a few years now… fabric non spinner
the largest size to fit in overhead cabin and i haven't had any issues with all the flights i've done
lifetime warrantythey seem to have newer models now as you'd expect including spinners but i can't fault them
use them for my normal luggage too!I always use backpack for carry on but just bought a hard shell spinner to try for upcoming trip. As for recommendation, what is your budget? Just a note on choosing 1, I got a bit overwhelmed with all the choices, brands, functionality, prices, warranty, etc. Rimowa (maybe the Ferrari equivalent of luggage) gives 5 years warranty but Lojel (some Japanese small name here in AUS) gives you 10 years warranty. FYI, I bought the Lojel Cubo because I got a very good deal on it, looks good with easy laptop access, and my missus family swears by it.
wouldn't mind spending as I use it quiet frequently, will have a look at Lojel.
Rimowa $1200 for carry on luggage… really??Besides the steep price of the Rimowas, their popular range is made of some sort of aluminum alloy and is quite heavy at around 5kgs (carry on case).
It means that if you only have a 7kg limit for carry-on, you will fit nothing more than just a pair of jeans and shoes into the nice shiny case.
But then again, if you can afford a Rimowa, you probably won't be flying on a budget airline where they might weigh your bag!
Like I said, Ferrari equivalent of luggage. Haha.. You don't need to go all out if you don't want to. The $1200 is definitely the aluminum one but they have other range that is made out of polycarbonate. Either way, Rimowa is too rich for me.
rimowa
My humble advice is to purchase the cheapest, legal sized, lightest backpack that also slips over your wheeled check-in luggage if you also have that. I picked one up from AliExpress last year and it is a joy to carry on flight. You don't need a super strongpack as you are in charge of throwing it around, not the baggage kickers. Also it is probably only going to hold 7kg so if you can get something weighing only a few grams you attain a fuller usable carry on weight.
And when you get to your destination you already have a great day bag…. Happy travelling hckr.I love my Samsonite 72 hours soft sided spinner. It weighs only 1.5kgs, so you get to pack a bit more. I bought it at one of Myer's regular luggage sales.
Mine has done 2 trips so far (one domestic and one international) and has been perfect for me. I no longer travel with check-in bags, as I cannot deal with heavy luggage any more.
We have had this discussion before, and other people mentioned that this particular bag was not strong, got damaged, etc etc. I've had no problems as I am the only person who handles it, and I like to look after my stuff. However, if you derive enjoyment from tossing your luggage around, jumping on it, and generally testing it to destruction, then no, this clearly is not the bag for you.
I have a preference for soft shell, but understand that many will only use hard shell.
I have carried-on a Samsonite B'Lite 55 cm spinner for a number of years now.
RRP is about $300 but it is regularly (always?) available at 40-50% off (Bagworld, Myer sales etc).
Good quality. Light enough (2 and a bit kgs). It's about as big as you can carry on board with most airlines. Wheels still going strong. Still in good nick after lots of travel.