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Best rolling luggage
Pros: Lifetime warranty, clever compartments, lightweight, expandable.
Cons: No garment hanger, exceeds typical carry-on dimensions.
not avail.
20201
Eagle Creek
Rolling carry-on
2,850 (expands to 3,200)
Built-in Shoe Box and Stash Cache organizers
Helix Double Box, Helix Dual Ripstop, ballistic and Oxford nylon
14
9.5
22
8
Black, palm, sienna
Yes
Lifetime (unlimited)
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Budget wheeled bag
Pros: Lightweight, includes garment hanger, expandable.
Cons: Polyester material, less durable than pricier bags, warranty doesn't cover accidental damage.
22274
Delsey
Rolling carry-on
2,375 (expands to 3,073)
Lightweight fiberglass graphite frame, recessed wheels, suiter clip
Polyester with EVA foam backing
14
8.5
21
9.1
Light pink, sky blue, midnight black, red
Yes
10 years (materials/ workmanship only)
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Luxury rolling luggage
Pros: Durable ballistic nylon, expandable, convenient, thoughtful features.
Cons: Expensive, relatively heavy, short warranty.
not avail.
22022
Tumi
Rolling carry-on
2,634 (expands to 3,365)
One-button expander, removable garment sleeve
Ballistic nylon
14
9
22
11.6
Black
Yes
1 year unlimited, 5 years materials/ workmanship
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Big rolling duffel
Pros: Huge capacity, exterior wet-dry compartment, rugged ballistic nylon, lifetime unlimited returns/exchanges.
Cons: Too large to carry on, fabric may wear faster around the wheels.
not avail.
11517
REI
Rolling duffel bag (must be checked as baggage)
6,000 (28-in. duffel) or 7,200 (35-in. duffel)
Exterior compression straps, lockable zippers
Ballistic nylon
16
12 (or 14 for larger size)
28 (or 35)
9.5 (or 11 lb. 2 oz.)
Black, mallard
No
Unlimited return/ exchange
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Budget carry-on backpack
Pros: Good pockets, organization, padded hip belt and shoulder straps, lightweight, converts into backpack, expandable.
Cons: No accidental damage coverage in warranty, some may prefer rolling bag.
RSK-43
Rick Steves
Carry-on backpack or suitcase
2,500 (expands to 3,000)
Hideaway backpack straps, extremely lightweight
Water-resistant polyester
14
9
21
3
Black, slate, blue spruce, copper, sage
Yes
Lifetime (materials/ workmanship only)
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Carry-on shoulder bag
Pros: Unlimited lifetime warranty, padded computer compartment, lightweight.
Cons: Expensive, some may prefer a rolling bag.
not avail.
91018-Air Boss
Red Oxx
Carry-on with shoulder strap
2,184
Claw shoulder strap, YKK zippers with knot pulls, all seams double-stitched and bound
Urethane-coated Cordura nylon
21
8
13
3.9
Bordeaux, black, amethyst, coal, forest, khaki, mariner, midnight, olive, red, safari, saffron
No
Lifetime (unlimited)