List of Carry-on bags that fit in AC sizers
Apr 2, 2015, 11:29 am
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List of Carry-on bags that fit in AC sizers
I wanted to get myself a new carry-on bag, but when browsing for various brands/types, I found out that the reported sizes can be wildly different than the actual size (when including wheels, handles, etc).
I am curious to know, which carry-on do YOU use that fits in the AC sizer?
Price/pictures/links appreciated.
Personally, I have a thing for the hardside carry-ons that have a "front pocket".
If enough people reply, I will create/edit a wiki and make a proper list for future use.
Please, only post carry-ons that you personally know fit. Not "the dimensions seem ok", not "I think I've seen someone use it", and not "FAs never asked me questions".
They specifically have to fit.
Bonus points if you can mention if it fits in an aircraft with smaller bins.
I am curious to know, which carry-on do YOU use that fits in the AC sizer?
Price/pictures/links appreciated.
Personally, I have a thing for the hardside carry-ons that have a "front pocket".
If enough people reply, I will create/edit a wiki and make a proper list for future use.
Please, only post carry-ons that you personally know fit. Not "the dimensions seem ok", not "I think I've seen someone use it", and not "FAs never asked me questions".
They specifically have to fit.
Bonus points if you can mention if it fits in an aircraft with smaller bins.
Apr 2, 2015, 11:54 am
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I use the now-discontinued Tumi Alpha International and absolutely love it. Its dimensions are 14" x 22" x 8.5" while AC's limits are 15.5" x 21.5" x 9". I've had no problem with the sizers but I'm sure it's because I don't have anything building out of the front pocket.
Despite it being a tank of a bag which'll survive pretty much anything a baggage handler can throw at it, it's a heavy bag even empty. I think it weighs something like 4.5kg which is a problem when you have some EU-based airline staff strictly enforcing 8kg weight limits. FWIW, the new version of the bag is about 0.5kg lighter.
Despite it being a tank of a bag which'll survive pretty much anything a baggage handler can throw at it, it's a heavy bag even empty. I think it weighs something like 4.5kg which is a problem when you have some EU-based airline staff strictly enforcing 8kg weight limits. FWIW, the new version of the bag is about 0.5kg lighter.
Last edited by ffsim; Apr 3, 2015 at 12:00 pm Reason: Correction to height of bag... Should be 22" not 20"
Apr 2, 2015, 12:21 pm
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Yes, bit of a squeeze, but I can confirm it fits (at least my version, which is the previous model although the listed dimensions are the same) - yes I am aware it is slightly above spec from what I remember. 
Love the bag: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqGfgLGeeVk
Love the bag: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqGfgLGeeVk
Apr 2, 2015, 4:16 pm
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I stand by the $60 bag I ordered on Amazon. It's been over two years, so even if I have to replace it every now and then, it's still cheaper than what a lot of you carry 
Apr 2, 2015, 4:52 pm
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Apr 2, 2015, 5:16 pm
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I can vouch that it fits in the UA sizer perfectly, not sure about the other two.
Apr 2, 2015, 5:25 pm
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Apr 2, 2015, 5:28 pm
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Apr 2, 2015, 6:28 pm
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I believe delivery is scheduled for August.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/b...ected-carry-on