Luggage Bags and Packs
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Just under £20 isn't bad at all, really, but ParcelForce suck for their flat rate charge.
I can't remember if I paid Customs and VAT on the GR1 and the Echo I bought direct from Goruck. I want to say I didn't, but I honestly can't remember. They had some sort of deal on the Echo though, or it was cheaper, because I paid about $70 less than usual for it, which was a steal.
Generally though, I presume any US order from any company will end up roughly £ for $, so I don't end up disappointed, just relieved if it's less…
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Just got an SKB carry on hard case as a dual purpose camera/luggage bag.
Last time I flew back from Toronto with Porter Air I found my pullout suitcase handle completely bent and ruined. Thankfully, Porter reimbursed me $150 for new luggage.
I went back and forth about which brand, Pelican/Storm/SKB/HPRC but decided on the SKB 3i-2011-7M-D in Olive Drab.
Weighs about 10lb without the camera dividers. Which is about 3-4lb heavier than my previous carry on but I don't mind considering the protection.
Made in USA, all the parts are user serviceable, largest volume out of the bunch, and a lifetime unconditional warranty.
Check out eBay user "casesandmoredave" for some amazing deals.
This was $150 shipped, including the camera dividers and a TSA lock!
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That looks great Shane, will check it out.
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so you are using this as a carry on and it has the flexibility of being a camera/lens case as well? I like that idea. I was looking at Rimowa's the other day for the same reasons most people do. I have gone through too many shitty suitcases. But Rimowa's are fucking expensive and a bit too flashy unless you get the black color.
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Yep, the foam and padded dividers just slide out. This style hard case is pretty standard for all my Pro photographer buddies when traveling. I finally got one.
I checked out the Rimowa's the other day. Sure, they're nice but there's no reason for me to have one right now. Maybe if I need a huge suitcase one day I'll get a 32" but I highly doubt it.
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I used to travel 120,000 miles + per year and had Platinum status on Northwest, then Delta, which hub in my town. I never had to worry about getting raped on checked bag charges (now US$25/bag each way on Delta). Either way, I always try to travel light. I have a 5 day Tumi but given my lack of frequent flyer status and my general Spartan approach to travel, I needed a smaller bag. All too often I've packed that bitch up and had a lot of empty space. I've been less than impressed with the Tumi's durability for the price, and even less impressed with the warranty. So I got this, which is both a garment bag and a flat pack suitcase, and a carryon:
http://www.briggs-riley.com/category/productDetail.aspx?id=Domestic-Carry-On-Upright-Garment-Bag_U175&sec=travelIt's awesome, love it. It's light and compact and I can take 2 suits, a couple days casual clothes, and toiletries easily on a carry-on, or worst case, gate-check bag. Unlimited lifetime warranty as well, and a service center near my house where I can get no-questions-asked repairs forever.
While I was at it, I needed a backpack that could be used as a commuter (I ride my bike to work sometimes), an overnight bag, and a tech brief/laptop case capable of loading my boat anchor piece of shit work computer and my iPad, to replace an aging and beloved Targus I had picked up for a song. Scored this:
http://www.briggs-riley.com/category/productDetail.aspx?id=Medium-Backpack_KP275&sec=businessTrim enough to work on the bike, but surprisingly roomy. Attaches to the other bag in two separate ways, but being a backpack I'll normally just wear it. Lifetime warranty, same as the other. Between the two I will only need the Tumi for the longest trips, probably 1-2 times per year, which is good given its lack of durability. For day trips I will only need the backpack. They aren't the coolest looking bags in the world, but they do have a certain utilitarian appeal, and more importantly, are well designed and made.
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They aren't the coolest looking bags in the world, but they do have a certain utilitarian appeal, and more importantly, are well designed and made.
I love my Briggs-Riely suitcase, it's built like a tank, and full of subtle, functional, touches.
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Agreed–it seems that someone who actually travels designed them. I first fell in love with them when I had a mobile workstation for work that was 17" and many pounds--got their big ass rolling laptop brief. That's what made me seek them out again.
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I really like that back pack. I also travel a lot and having a top-opening pack for airplane travel is critical. That's the basic reason that I didn't pull the trrigger on a Goruck (having to lay it flat is not always convenient in a plane). Thanks for the tip. I may go for that back pack.
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PM me if you have questions. I really love it, it has such a substantial feel and was so thoughtfully designed.
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Managed to tear a Herschel backpack in half with my bare hands this morning. Certainly a testament to their build quality…
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Condor Sling bag and SKB case.
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is that flag sticker on the SKB case something you added? Or is it on the case to begin with?
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is that flag sticker on the SKB case something you added? Or is it on the case to begin with?
Added. It's covering an skb logo.
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Here goes,…........................a few favourite luggage options.
First up is the Air Boss travel bag from Red Oxx. The bag is made to the exact maximum allowable carry on dimension for airline travel. The bag is really well made with tough cordura fabric, triple stitching, heavy duty zippers etc.
The bag has three main compartments, central padded compartment for laptops etc, the two outer most compartments completely fold out to allow easy stowage of clothing. Each compartment has an internal fastex buckle fixing loops to keep your garments in place.
A great item and I find it suitable for 3-4 day trips away from home.
Next up is very small low key UK brand called Aiguille. They make quality climbing packs and duffel bags. Most of the bags are made to order and they don't carry much stock. They can make you a bag within 10-14 days.
http://www.aiguillealpine.co.uk/
They use similar materials and simple bombproof designs and construction techniques as Red Oxx.
The 100 litre duffel bag I have owned for at least 15 years and it is untouched, it has really stood up well to lots of use.
and abuse.
I recently picked up a small 20 litre teardrop shape backpack. The pack is called the "runout" and is a nice simple two compartment design. I asked Aiguille to use a red lining material making it easy to find your stuff in the bottom of the bag.
Lastly is a great piece of kit for motorcycle touring. The Ortlieb Tizip range of travel bags are 100% waterproof due to their rubberized vinyl material and use of Tizip closure. The Tizip was developed for diving drysuits, it is essentially a 100% waterproof, rubber and flexible zip system with watertight end closure.
I have tested this bag out in some horrific conditions ( Motorcycle touring in Scotland can be a wet experience ). I have also submerged it out of interest to see how waterproof the bag is, it came through the test with no problems.
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G, I have two of the Tizip bags 30litre and 50litre sizes, seriously good bits of kit, simple but very effective.
A cheaper alternative is the "rack pack" roll closure waterproof bags, various sizes between 24 - 90 litres.
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Right, so since Goruck stopped speaking to me, can anyone recommend me a decent quality small pack for Tommys school bag next year?
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I still don't get rid of you or Fake Tex though, must be love
