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post #1 of 84
10/16/10 at 2:03pm
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Need to replace my old one, what are you into? B&R, Tumi, Samsonite? Obviously looking for something 20-21", black or charcoal, rolling, durable, etc.
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post #2 of 84
10/16/10 at 2:25pm
Without a doubt i'd buy another Rimowa: http://www.luggage.com/Rimowa-850.52.2-JR1230.html?cv=
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post #3 of 84
10/16/10 at 2:38pm
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Without a doubt i'd buy another Rimowa: http://www.luggage.com/Rimowa-850.52.2-JR1230.html?cv=


Hmmm, I like it. Not sure about the sizing though, it has to fit every single requirement out there. That's why I usually prefer 20-21" to 22".. and side handles/obstructions are funny sometimes.
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post #4 of 84
10/16/10 at 2:44pm
I haven't run into any issues with it and I'm on a plane at least once a week. Look around at some of the other Rimowa cases as I believe they have some smaller ones. Quality is fantastic. Also, perhaps a Zero Halliburton polycarbonate?: http://www.zerohalliburton.com/trave...e/ZF219-BK.jsp
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post #5 of 84
10/16/10 at 2:55pm
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I haven't run into any issues with it and I'm on a plane at least once a week. Look around at some of the other Rimowa cases as I believe they have some smaller ones. Quality is fantastic.

Also, perhaps a Zero Halliburton polycarbonate?: http://www.zerohalliburton.com/trave...e/ZF219-BK.jsp

That looks pretty damn good too.. Small and expandable.. Hmm..
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post #6 of 84
10/16/10 at 3:33pm
Somebody's going to recommend the Red Ox bag so I might as well do it.
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post #7 of 84
10/16/10 at 3:49pm
This works well and is quite lightweight. B&G warranty does not expire which is nice...

http://www.briggs-riley.com/category...-Luggage_BU119
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post #8 of 84
10/16/10 at 4:03pm
Wouldn't you want to go with the maximum allowable size? Just to be able to pack as much of your crap in there as possible?
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post #9 of 84
10/16/10 at 4:07pm
B&R. great bags. Go with international carry on standards, just in case though. I am going to buy a rimowa next though, all of my rollers are too big internationally, getting the IATA Salsa or aluminum. I liked this widebody Briggs and Riley too though. I hate when my bags don't fit in the bins wheels out. http://www.briggs-riley.com/category...Upright_U420XW
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post #10 of 84
10/16/10 at 4:20pm
whatever i can fit the most duty free whiskey in
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post #11 of 84
10/16/10 at 4:26pm
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Somebody's going to recommend the Red Ox bag so I might as well do it.

ugh, no.

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Wouldn't you want to go with the maximum allowable size? Just to be able to pack as much of your crap in there as possible?

some airlines are stricter than others + overheads differ between the places. Right now I have this 20" that makes perfect use of the shape and has no external parts sticking out.. Fits everywhere.. I want something like that.
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post #12 of 84
10/16/10 at 4:28pm
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whatever i can fit the most duty free whiskey in
Funny because the objective for me next week is to secure some scotch. I specifically have a city in mind where I am going to be next week for a short trip and I figure I can bring about 4-5 bottles. Not duty free, but there is a great booze discounter there. Or maybe duty free..
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post #13 of 84
10/16/10 at 4:35pm
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some airlines are stricter than others + overheads differ between the places. Right now I have this 20" that makes perfect use of the shape and has no external parts sticking out.. Fits everywhere.. I want something like that.
I agree. I've not always had good luck with the airline's max size, so I've gone with the smallest that can accommodate my stuff, 18". Easy to carry and with careful packing, all my essentials fit.
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post #14 of 84
10/17/10 at 10:11am
How has nobody mentioned Travelpro? Check out the Travelpro Crew 8 20" Rollaboard (I have the Crew 7 version which is just older). Travelpro is the top brand among frequent travelers, and they make good shit. If you've ever seen the movie Up in the Air, that's what George Clooney is using and what he buys for his protege. It's not a mistake.
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post #15 of 84
10/17/10 at 10:19am
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How has nobody mentioned Travelpro? Check out the Travelpro Crew 8 20" Rollaboard (I have the Crew 7 version which is just older). Travelpro is the top brand among frequent travelers, and they make good shit. If you've ever seen the movie Up in the Air, that's what George Clooney is using and what he buys for his protege. It's not a mistake.
But it's product placement in a movie. LOL. I'm not knocking the product, but it's not like Clooney chose it on purpose.
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