So, choose wisely. Consider the kind of tips you most often go on and get a suitcase that you can use for almost everyone. Don’t grab the largest one just because you don’t own a giant suitcase – it will wind up taking space in your closet, instead of accompanying you on your trips. Suitcase Materials And Durability

First up the Tranverz L is a made from flexible, but tough polyester, which enables you to cram in a good deal more stuff than it’s 121-litre volume suggests. It also folds relatively flat when empty, yet can still stand upright when it is thanks to its carcass, which includes a double-tube extensible handle, with two recessed wheels in the base. There are some manufacturers who offer guarantees that include damage caused by airlines, for example Briggs & Riley and certain products by Victorinox. The benefit of spinner wheels is that you don’t have to tilt your suitcase to get them rolling, unlike with in-line skate wheels. This removes any strain from your arm and makes it much easier to move around with a really heavy piece of luggage. On top of that, spinner wheels can move in any direction, which means you can push the suitcase in front of you or just drag it alongside you if you want. The handles are also plastic, and they are very sturdy and durable.They are riveted onto the suitcase, and it would take a lot of effort to rip them off the body. And I do mean a lot.

1. Where Is The Key?

Why you can trust T3 Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. Meaning that if your suitcase gets damaged in the first five years you own it, you can send it to Samsonite for free repairs. And if they can’t repair it, they will send you a brand new one. Here’s why; polycarbonate is the most durable out of all these. It bends upon impact, which means that your suitcase can literally take a beating and the shell won’t break. But it is also the heaviest of the three materials, so it’s not really the best option if you’re looking to stay under a particular weight limit. Dimensions for the Flux carry-on cases are 55cms tall by 40cms wide and 20cms deep. This does include the wheels and top of the telescoping handle. This is perfect for your hand luggage allowance on regular airlines – though not for the super low-cost ones like Ryanair. The carrying capacity is 36 litres. Most suitcases come with either two sets of wheels on the base, or four. Which one you choose is largely down to personal preference.

Oh, and even the luggage doesn’t have a proper grab handle at the bottom, there is a hollow space that you can hold onto when trying to place it in an overhead compartment. The Main Compartment

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

What came up several times was praise from people that travel a lot. That does tie-in with the amount of Samsonite you see being pulled by business travellers these days. One of the most common questions we are asked is what is the best size suitcase for me? Below you'll find information that answers a few common questions and will help you make the right decision. The Samsonite Flux is made from pure polypropylene. But what exactly does that mean, in terms of its durability and weight?