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- Good pockets, organization
- Padded hip belt and shoulder straps
- Lightweight
- Converts into backpack
- Expandable
- No accidental damage coverage in warranty
- Some may prefer rolling bag
Reviewers say the Rick Steves Convertible Carry-on suitcase/backpack is a good value, and many travelers say this type of luggage is better than rolling luggage because it's lighter and provides more packable space. This water-resistant, 3-pound polyester bag has two handles and converts to a backpack with tuck-away straps. Experts say the hip belt makes a big difference in comfort, and owners say the bag is well organized and comfortable. It carries a lifetime warranty, but accidental damage isn't covered. Among non-wheeled carry-on bags, the eBags Weekender eTech Convertible (*Est. $65) gets better reviews overall. If you prefer a rolling bag, consider the inexpensive Delsey Helium Fusion Lite 2.0 Expandable Suiter Trolley (*Est. $65).
We found an excellent comparison review of the Rick Steves Convertible Carry-on at the San Francisco Chronicle, where travel editor John Flinn compares it with other bags of the same style. Owners provide detailed ratings and comments at LuggageOnline.com and Amazon.com. The About.com guide to European travel reviews the wheeled version of the Rick Steves bag, with several comments that also apply to the backpack.
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Travel editor John Flinn recommends the Rick Steves Convertible Carry-on bag as the easiest to pack among his favorite type, carry-on bags that can convert into backpacks. He recommends it over rolling luggage because it's also much lighter, holds more and provides better freedom of movement.
Review: Rating Carry-on Luggage, John Flinn, May 4, 2008
Approximately 40 users review the Rick Steves Convertible Carry-on at the LuggageOnline.com retail site, giving it an average rating of 4 stars out of 5. Users find it spacious, durable, lightweight and well organized/accessible, though a few say it is uncomfortable to carry. We read a few complaints about the zippers breaking.
Review: Rick Steves Travel Gear Convertible Carry On Backpack, Contributors to LuggageOnline.com
3. Amazon.com
About 40 owners review the Rick Steves Convertible Carry-on here, giving it a 4.5-star average rating (out of 5) and saying it's sturdy, well organized and easy to pack. While there are a few complaints about durability (zippers in particular), no reviewers give the bag an absolute bottom rating.
Review: Rick Steves Convertible Carry-on, Contributors to Amazon.com
4. About.com
James Martin, About.com's guide to European travel, recommends a rolling bag made by Rick Steves for its affordable quality and excellent organization. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: Rick Steves Roll-Aboard Carry On Bag Review, James Martin
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