Looking for new luggage.

[Brandi]

I can't have a hard case because sometimes I have to pack a circular saw. Doesn't everyone?
So I need the expansion. I usually put it is a soft case then in my suit case. In case anyone was wondering.

[NbyNW]

I'm really happy with the Briggs & Riley that I bought a couple of years ago. It's well-designed and constructed, and the company has an awesome repair policy.

[Kiwi Stoker]

And yes- NOT BLACK.

[Becky]

I've had good luck with both Atlantic and TravelPro.

[Blueberry]

I'm really happy with the Briggs & Riley that I bought a couple of years ago. It's well-designed and constructed, and the company has an awesome repair policy.

I need to look that up. My Briggs & Riley is coming apart (fraying fabric). Doesn't appear to be airline damage.

Otherwise, it's a good suitcase (if larger than I really want to carry at times).

[OakLeaf]

I've never had a piece of soft luggage survive an air trip in good enough condition that I'd want to fly with it again. I've never owned really expensive soft luggage, but the experience doesn't really make me want to, either.

I would highly recommend 360° casters over fixed wheels. It is soooooooo much easier to push or pull a suitcase on casters - narrow spaces and changes of direction are no problem.


ETA: These are the ones we have. The frame of one got bent on one trip, but it still closes fine with a little finagling, and it doesn't seem to have weakened the sides or seams at all (so far, anyhow, and it's been years and many trips). They've been plenty durable not only for air travel but also for FedEx shipping.

[lovelygamer]

I prefer a hard case with wheels all the way around. I have one and I cruise through airports while my travel mates struggle.

[Norse]

+1 on TravelPro. My uncle, who was a pilot before retiring, swears by it and it has been a very good piece of luggage, still going strong after almost 10 years.

[GLC1968]

I can't have a hard case because sometimes I have to pack a circular saw. Doesn't everyone?
So I need the expansion. I usually put it is a soft case then in my suit case. In case anyone was wondering.

I guess that eliminates any chance of carrying on your luggage, huh?

Briggs and Reilly is good quality stuff. My husband and I both have computer bags from them that are top-notch. My luggage is Victorinox and it's been bomb proof. There are lots of knock-offs and I would bet, a cheaper line that they sell to discount stores, but the good quality stuff you find at luggage stores has lasted me for decades. I have a new lightweight carry-on 22" roller that I like, but I try to avoid checking it because it's not made for that. I also have a set of heavier duty (still soft sided) cases that are still going strong after more than 13 years. My husband has a matching set (in a different color) and we have zero complaints.

[Jen12]

Is there a luggage store nearby where you can ask a bunch of questions about durability.

Whatever you do, don't buy designer. I can't stand people who spend a fortune on fancy luggage and then complain when it gets marked or dented. What do people really think is going to happen? Your luggage is to protect your belongings, not to be treated as delicate china....sorry...just a pet peeve.

[malkin]

We have some Lands End bags that have been heavily used for 2 decades. One zipper pull disappeared on a trip, but I fixed that with a split ring keychain through the zipper slider.

[Brandi]

Is there a luggage store nearby where you can ask a bunch of questions about durability.

Whatever you do, don't buy designer. I can't stand people who spend a fortune on fancy luggage and then complain when it gets marked or dented. What do people really think is going to happen? Your luggage is to protect your belongings, not to be treated as delicate china....sorry...just a pet peeve.

I used to care what it looked like then realized it was how well it stood up rather then looks. Color and all that does not matter.

[Brandi]

I guess that eliminates any chance of carrying on your luggage, huh?

Briggs and Reilly is good quality stuff. My husband and I both have computer bags from them that are top-notch. My luggage is Victorinox and it's been bomb proof. There are lots of knock-offs and I would bet, a cheaper line that they sell to discount stores, but the good quality stuff you find at luggage stores has lasted me for decades. I have a new lightweight carry-on 22" roller that I like, but I try to avoid checking it because it's not made for that. I also have a set of heavier duty (still soft sided) cases that are still going strong after more than 13 years. My husband has a matching set (in a different color) and we have zero complaints.

Yea i don't carry on anything but my back pack. I can be away from home for a long time and need a certain amount of stuff. At least 8 days worth of clothes. I have to use cleaners a lot. my luggage does at least 40 -50 flights a year. Paying a little more is worth it.

[Brandi]

Has anyone had a High Sierra piece of luggage? I see good reviews.