The great hand luggage only challenge!!!

[Deleted member 29185]

At least with Qantas since the mid 00's - prior to that it was max 4kg ... All Up!

Was it? I can't really recall, but I thought we had 10kg. (but can't remember which airline).

 

[serfty]

Here is how Qantas.com listed the sizes 20 years ago: (Wayback Machine) [Select 'Flying with us', "Domestic Economy Class" then click GO]

...

Carry on baggage is limited to 2 pieces as follows:

Briefcase or carry on bag not exceeding depth 23cm (8"), height 34cm (13"), Length 48cm (19") and/or suitpack or garment bag (Non-rigid frame, unfolded) not exceeding thickness 11cm (4"), width 60cm (24") and length 114cm (45") unfolded.

The total weight of all carry on baggage per customer must not exceed 4kg. ...

 

[mrsterryn]

Here is how Qantas.com listed the sizes 20 years ago: (Wayback Machine) [Select 'Flying with us', "Domestic Economy Class" then click GO]

Wow
Just the bag and all the electronics nowadays would hit 4 ks

 

[Rikster71]

So the big question, what the heck do the weekly flyers buy that is both quality and light weight. I am now looking at spreading over 2 bags, being a laptop/briefcase/carryall style and then a spinner softside. I have grown tired of Antler and Samsonite, and whilst the meet the lite weight spec, their quality just seems to be getting worse.

That leaves the likes of Briggs & Riley and Tumi, both of which have a couple of bags in the sub 3.5kg range but not many. But who else is out there that make a good bag and is lite weight????

Travel pro would be an option if they had repair facilities in Oz, but alas no luck on that front.

 

[Deleted member 29185]

I put it on some thread fairly recently, but this is my current choice. Cost circa $20 from Woolies. I'm also over the lightweight expensive types as I don't need them and they do fall apart. Even the lightweight ones are too heavy. I am thinking of trying a slightly larger Carabee but this one weighs very little (I'll weight it when I get home tonight), fits my 13" laptop, charger, travel jumper, assorted travel necessities (USB leads and adapters), headphones, wallet, travel wallet, scales, mouse, sunglasses, spare glasses and emergency first aid/ toiletries kit. That's all I really want. I check the rest. What I never really considered but is a real positive with this one is the zip. It's sturdy and zips right around a fair way which makes inspections so much more convenient. (Where I fly, inspections happen every time, not just randomly).

 

[SeatBackForward]

Want a small garment bag? Try this: The Protégé Bag - Ultra-Compact Garment Bags - The Future is Unfolding

Not the cheapest option however.

 

[Rikster71]

I put it on some thread fairly recently, but this is my current choice. Cost circa $20 from Woolies. I'm also over the lightweight expensive types as I don't need them and they do fall apart. Even the lightweight ones are too heavy. I am thinking of trying a slightly larger Carabee but this one weighs very little (I'll weight it when I get home tonight), fits my 13" laptop, charger, travel jumper, assorted travel necessities (USB leads and adapters), headphones, wallet, travel wallet, scales, mouse, sunglasses, spare glasses and emergency first aid/ toiletries kit. That's all I really want. I check the rest. What I never really considered but is a real positive with this one is the zip. It's sturdy and zips right around a fair way which makes inspections so much more convenient. (Where I fly, inspections happen every time, not just randomly).

I just hate checking in my luggage, at least 80 flights a year x 30 minutes average lost to check-in/collect, that at least a day of my life per year gone right there.

 

[Rikster71]

Want a small garment bag? Try this: The Protégé Bag - Ultra-Compact Garment Bags - The Future is Unfolding

Not the cheapest option however.

I bought something similar last year from Henty, but found despite the theory, everything in the roll bag came out creased, it appears after years of travelling I can pack a suitcase pretty darn well LOL and hardly need to iron on arrival. but they are a great idea CoPilot Messenger Canvas (Limited Edition) – Henty

 

[SeatBackForward]

I bought something similar last year from Henty, but found despite the theory, everything in the roll bag came out creased, it appears after years of travelling I can pack a suitcase pretty darn well LOL and hardly need to iron on arrival. but they are a great idea CoPilot Messenger Canvas (Limited Edition) – Henty
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The copilot rolls suits up, whereas the Pliqo actually folds the jacket in half. No doubt it'd still need some tint being decreased, but i like that it can be carried strapped to rolling luggage, always a bonus and possibly passes for a "personal item"

 

[Deleted member 29185]

I just hate checking in my luggage, at least 80 flights a year x 30 minutes average lost to check-in/collect, that at least a day of my life per year gone right there.

Ahhh, but that sounds like you are cursed. The 30min collection bit is a furphy IMHO. But as this is a HLO thread, forget I mentioned checked!

 

[Rikster71]

Ahhh, but that sounds like you are cursed. I quite honestly (touch wood) can not ever recall losing luggage. The 30min collection bit is a furphy as well. But as this is a HLO thread, forget I mentioned checked!

I count both sides of the trip when you check luggage, both checking it in and collecting, I get sometimes it can be quicker, but I like to minimise any time at the Terminal I can. I enjoy that on occasion, I might even be in the car before the last passenger is off the plane if my exit goes well

 

[get me outta here]

I’ve used this for a number of years. Ditched the shoulder strap and I didn’t get a back brace. Mine weighs 900gms. I think a few people on here have bought it.

 

[wannabeinvestmentbanker]

I'm a 90% HLO traveller. I have a Delsey soft 4-wheeler carry-on. I cannot seem to find the exact model but I think its the maximum dimensions but you can fit a lottttttt in it. It comes with a locking mechanism and an external zip to easily access toiletries and IPADs pre-security and weighs around 2.0kg empty.

If you are Sydney based I got it at a luggage store downstairs in Hunter Connection in the CBD. Was a bargain at $120 and the best investment I've ever made.

 

[Rikster71]

I'm a 90% HLO traveller. I have a Delsey soft 4-wheeler carry-on. I cannot seem to find the exact model but I think its the maximum dimensions but you can fit a lottttttt in it. It comes with a locking mechanism and an external zip to easily access toiletries and IPADs pre-security and weighs around 2.0kg empty.

If you are Sydney based I got it at a luggage store downstairs in Hunter Connection in the CBD. Was a bargain at $120 and the best investment I've ever made.

Thanks for that, yeah Delsey is definitely an option, I have Delsy large Duffel and family suitcase in the Helium Range. I have been looking at the Delsey Motmarte I think it’s called, does that sound familiar?

When you say max dimensions, are you meaning 105, 110 or 115.

One of the other ones I am seriously considering is the Victorinox Werks Traveller 5.0 20 or 22. (The 20 is 110cm v the 22 at 115cm)

 

[SeatBackForward]

I'm a 90% HLO traveller. I have a Delsey soft 4-wheeler carry-on. I cannot seem to find the exact model but I think its the maximum dimensions but you can fit a lottttttt in it. It comes with a locking mechanism and an external zip to easily access toiletries and IPADs pre-security and weighs around 2.0kg empty.

If you are Sydney based I got it at a luggage store downstairs in Hunter Connection in the CBD. Was a bargain at $120 and the best investment I've ever made.

That be Luggae Bazaar? Luggage Bazaar Sydney, LUGGAGE on SALE now from Samsonite, American Tourister, Blackwolf, Delsey, Victorinox

 

[wannabeinvestmentbanker]

That be Luggae Bazaar? Luggage Bazaar Sydney, LUGGAGE on SALE now from Samsonite, American Tourister, Blackwolf, Delsey, Victorinox

Correct, I just went to grab the receipt out of the suitcase and it's from Luggage Bazaar

So my suitcase is a Delsey Vanves. It's 2.2kg and 115 (55 x 35 x 25)

Looks like I got a good deal at $139 as Delsey sells it for $289 on their website. Comes with a 5 year warranty too and has held up on travels very well to date.

On my weekly trips, I fit in the suitcase my gym gear, swimmers, one casual outfit and 3 business shirts and it still feels very light with room to spare.

 

[Aeolus]

I have been looking at the Delsey Motmarte I think it’s called, does that sound familiar?

Had one of those which I used for regular interstate travels as it has a front pocket to fit my laptop. Unfortunately one of the parts guiding the wheel broke (made of plastic). Now the luggage, even with all the wheels, is super hard to manoeuvre so I stopped using it.

 

[juddles]

Hi all, just my two cents.

I read about all these carry-on luggage items with wheels, and I must disagree. My hand luggage is always heavy - starting with my 5kg brick of laptop+cables etc. It can get tiring, but I have reverted back to a bag that rests on my shoulder - it is Delsey brand I think. I have tried fancy wheeled things, and yes they are very comfortable, but in extreme travel they are a pain. With the shoulder bag I have use of both hands even whilst walking fast - so can manipulate things like travel wallet, passport, boarding passes etc etc even whilst on the move.

 

[Deleted member 29185]

I have a Delsey soft 4-wheeler carry-on ... and weighs around 2.0kg empty.

For me, that's one of the issues with wheelies. At that weight, it's about 4x what I'm wanting as a max.

Unfortunately one of the parts guiding the wheel broke (made of plastic). Now the luggage, even with all the wheels, is super hard to manoeuvre so I stopped using it.

I had a Samsonite and the wheel broke ages ago, so I agree totally with you. With a bung wheel, they are far more difficult to carry than a simple backpack.

I have reverted back to a bag that rests on my shoulder ... I have tried fancy wheeled things, and yes they are very comfortable, but in extreme travel they are a pain. With the shoulder bag I have use of both hands even whilst walking fast - so can manipulate things like travel wallet, passport, boarding passes etc etc even whilst on the move.

100% agree. I thought my Samsonite would be the bees knees, but it was actually a pain and also, the so called indestructible case material used is no such thing. Mine is cracked, dented, ripped and with a buggered up wheel. Also, wheeling a bag is not possible on some of the terrain I encounter (the concept of trip hazards hasn't reached PNG). Much to my amazement, the back pack I pictured in post #365 above, is made of quite robust material (whatever it is). Last night I tried to weigh it empty and the weight didn't register at all on my hand held luggage scales, so I'll have to wait until I get back to home No.2 to use +1's kitchen scales, but it looks like it may be under 100g. In fact I've been so impressed and the fact the Samsonite needs to go (before it ends up in multiple pieces), I ordered another two of the Caribee's on-line last night. Different sizes so I have a choice now. Total investment for all three (including the one I already have), is circa AU$130 which now gives me a choice of 22l, 24l and 35l. I looked at the 40l that GMOH mentioned in post #372, but it's bigger and heavier than what I want/need, so decided against that one. I should mention however, that I do not need to carry suits!

 

[Rikster71]

Hi all, just my two cents.

I read about all these carry-on luggage items with wheels, and I must disagree. My hand luggage is always heavy - starting with my 5kg brick of laptop+cables etc. It can get tiring, but I have reverted back to a bag that rests on my shoulder - it is Delsey brand I think. I have tried fancy wheeled things, and yes they are very comfortable, but in extreme travel they are a pain. With the shoulder bag I have use of both hands even whilst walking fast - so can manipulate things like travel wallet, passport, boarding passes etc etc even whilst on the move.

So does that mean you still have 2 bags? A laptop bag plus your travel gear? So two shoulder bags???

I think my greatest day was when I could finally travel with a lightweight computer, I often double check it’s in it case.