Choosing light luggage

You must have the wheels. Whether it’s a handbag with a folding handle or a regular-sized suitcase, wheels are a must. Once a clever novelty to show other travelers at the luggage retrieval carousel, now standard equipment, suitcase wheels are what put the “mo” in motion. There is no reason to buy a suitcase that doesn’t have wheels.

There are two basic types of wheels on suitcases on wheels, if you disregard the fact that there are a variety of styles and materials used. There are fixed, simple wheels, like the back wheels of a cart, and there are multidirectional wheels, which rotate like the front wheels of a cart. The trend seems to favor multidirectional wheels, but since the suitcases presented here are all lightweight, the single wheels will cooperate just as easily.

Since lightness is the game’s name, it should be noted that some suitcases with wheels are heavier than others. Although they are more robust, the heavier suitcases can reduce the airline’s carry-on weight limit. The list shows the products that offer the best of both worlds.

The products listed below are all the size of a carry-on bag. Almost all manufacturers make larger suitcases, but this list is limited to carry-on luggage.

Airline Weight Limits

A word about weight limits: Airlines vary considerably in terms of weight limits for carry-on baggage, ranging from 15 pounds at the lower limit to 51 pounds at the upper limit. Some airlines don’t even have weight limits for carry-on baggage.

Here are some popular airlines and their weight limits for carry-on baggage:

• American Airlines: 40 pounds
• British Airways: 51 lbs
• Delta Airlines: No limit, except for some Asian airlines.
• El Al: 17 lbs
• Jet Airlines: 15 lbs
• Jet Blue: No limit.
• KLM: 26 lbs
• Southwest Airlines: No limit.
• United Airlines: N/A
• Virgin Atlantic: 25 lbs

 

 

 

it Luggage 21.5-inch Lightweight Carry On Spinner Suitcase

This suitcase will probably not contribute to the weight limit by weighing less than five pounds. One thing to keep in mind is that while some airlines have generous weight limits or no limits at all, they generally do not have Olympic weightlifters on board to help passengers lift their luggage to the upper storage compartment. So it makes sense to buy smaller, lighter suitcases and not fill them with heavy and bulky items.

An ergonomic telescopic handle helps users grip and hold on in tight spaces and in situations where you have three minutes to get to a door a quarter-mile away.

Wheels rotate in all directions and are considered the strongest in the industry. The exterior fabric has a unique design – making it easier to find on the luggage carousel – and is available in four colors.

The top, sides, back, and front are padded with shock-absorbing foam – a concern for frequent travelers who may sometimes choose to check this bag in and hand it over to thugs posing as baggage handlers.

 

Lucas Expandable Ultra Lightweight Carry-On Luggage

Small enough to be carried in carry-on luggage but large enough – with a four-liter extension – to hold an incredible amount of personal items, this could be the solution of a single bag to meet the needs of many travelers.

Its aluminum handles and swivel wheels make navigating a maze of counters, turnstiles, people, and luggage easy. It is available in three colors: black, a pretty plaid in tartan blue, and a blue bird’s egg with a black border.

Lots of pockets and compartments inside the compartments help organize luggage.

It is a very popular model, which can be easily combined with large suitcases and accessories from the same manufacturer.

 

Delsey Paris Chatelet Soft Air 2-Wheel Under-Seat Luggage

Champagne or chocolate? These are the color choices of this pretty fashion statement with a herringbone pattern and a vegan leather border. It is as light as it looks (4.5 pounds) but contains a surprising amount of merchandise.

The interior is padded with velvet, and the tight stitching keeps everything securely in place. The zippered pockets and shoe pockets are practical.

Wheels that turn everywhere and a quick action telescopic handle allow quick exits.

This may not be a bag you’d want to check, especially the one for champagne, as it’s possible to get ratty scratches in the plane’s hold.

 

Eagle Creek Load Warrior 22 Carry-On Luggage

It looks like a backpack, but it’s a suitcase with wheels. It has a lot of appeal to people at Starbucks and Birkenstock, but what makes it a good choice for them also makes it a good choice for seniors.

Pockets abound in this well-made product, but they are configured to allow the user to put “quick-set” items near the top where they are easy to reach. It is well padded against bumps and falls and reinforced at the most common points of tension. The exterior is water-resistant. (Not waterproof, however).

The Load Warrior has two straight, oversized wheels that roll smoothly and are sturdy. The ergonomic grip is firm. It’s a little heavier than others but weighs less than five pounds.