When looking to purchase new luggage for your trip, it can be a difficult process as there are so many different types, shapes, sizes and styles of cases on the market. So how do you choose the best one, and the one that’s right for you?
This guide will give an insight to all the in’s and out’s of suitcases, enabling you to choose the perfect one.
Size
Obviously suitcases come in many different shapes and sizes. The figures we outline below show the various lengths are available in. The figures are; 8.5″, 11″, 14″, 16″, 17″ and 20″.
So it goes without saying that the bigger the case the more points it has to stand up to. The figure for the 16″ jacket is 14, 5#. For the 17″ it’s 17, 5#. For the 17″ jacket, the same in the 18″ class it’s 18, 5#. And the 18″ jacket will set you back 19″, 6#.
This is important because it’s the clearance (not to mention weight) of your suitcases, that makes it a point of interest.
Features
The biggest complaint against cabin luggage is that it is overly loaded. The lighter the load, the less of a worthwhile challenge this is. The Undercard, 16″ Undercard Luggage Case, for example weighs in at over 6 lbs., quite a bit of baggage. You would think that with its extra weight that it would be thicker than the other suitcases, but it’s actually 3.5 inches thick. The 20″ Overcard is over 8 lbs. The Undercard can handle this weight with ease as it’s own in line wheel system enables it to cope with any excess weight.
Wheel dimensions: 16″ x 11″ x 7″
Foam Style
Suitcases come in two main variants. The first is the conventional suitcase which has existed since the terminal of aircraft industry during the 20th century. This is basically a means to transport something from one location to another. It is so simple that even a child can use it, but it has to be for this purpose that it is given more weight. This is the mode of suitcase going to school. Around the world there are a lot of teenagers using this.
The second type of suitcase is called a hanger. It is bigger than the conventional suitcase as it can carry not only heavy loads but also the fragile items. This is the mode of suitcase used in hotels and catering sector. The 20″ carriage style hangers are used to carry the big appliances.
Features
The features of the heavy duty suitcase are that it can withstand all the weight, is durable, has protective features and holds lots of things. The suitcase can be easily collapsible to save space, and can easily be hung with the help of a handle. The handle is can be customized as per individual requirement.
It has a handle which can be easily depressed to allow the user to carry the suitcase on his back, or can be raised for ease of carrying. The top of the suitcase can be used for keeping things neatly, and the bottom part is designed to hold the bulky items.
Since strength is of utmost importance, and to prevent breakage, it has a double warranty. There will be a repair plan if the case arrives broken; this is also offered to damaged cases.
Many advanced features make the heavy duty suitcase suitable to any kind of traveler. These include large handles that allow comfortable hanging of the suitcases. The suitcases come with comfortable straps that make it easier to handle. Some of the suitcases come with smaller handles to fit in purses and wallets.
Since many teenagers don’t own a laptop, not everything can be carried in a suitcase. The manufacturers have made many different models to carry this. These include rolling briefcases which can contain the most weight. These have further capacities such as long lasting handles and collapsible pouches for the more fragile things.
The battery strength is another factor that makes these better suited for traveling. As these can still be used as hand bags, they don’t lose their charge as quickly. This makes them useful for a range of uses, from day to day to the weekend.
