Rollaboards that fit (or don't fit) AA carry-on baggage sizer / sizers
#16
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: HOU
Programs: AA PLT, HH Gold, NAT Exec Sel
Posts: 116
I have a larger Franklin Covey rolling laptop case-- designed to fit a change of clothes and pretty much everything I need for a traveling office. I can also get a pair of shoes in there.
And, it fits in the OH bin. If it's not overstuffed, I can even fit it OH on Eagle flights as well. Otherwise, a quick removal of the laptop will usually get it up there.
17.5" W X 13" H X 9.5" D
Best bag I've ever had.
And, it fits in the OH bin. If it's not overstuffed, I can even fit it OH on Eagle flights as well. Otherwise, a quick removal of the laptop will usually get it up there.
17.5" W X 13" H X 9.5" D
Best bag I've ever had.
#17
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: northern CA & south FL
Posts: 77
I carry either one of these:
Briggs&Riley 20" Superlight Upright (20 x 14 x 8.5)
Briggs&Riley Wheeled cabin bag (13 x 16.8 x 9)
Hubby uses Tumi Alpha (20.75 x 13.5 x 8.25); can't overstuff the front pocket though.
Briggs&Riley 20" Superlight Upright (20 x 14 x 8.5)
Briggs&Riley Wheeled cabin bag (13 x 16.8 x 9)
Hubby uses Tumi Alpha (20.75 x 13.5 x 8.25); can't overstuff the front pocket though.
#18
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: AUS, LAX
Programs: AA EXP - 2.2 MM, Admirals Club, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Avis Presidents, National Exec
Posts: 1,578
I always get tagged at LAX. My Briggs & Riley Baseline 22" fits fine. If I had it SUPER stuffed it may be a problem but even moderately stuffed I haven't had a problem.
Don't know what LAX's deal is, especially given the size of AA's overhead compartments.
Don't know what LAX's deal is, especially given the size of AA's overhead compartments.
#20
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Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: SJC
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Ideally, there would be some correlation between the sizers and the things they're sizing for.
Cheers.
#21
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: PIT/DFW/MEL; AA Exec. Platinum & 4MM, QF WP
Posts: 7,689
even so, the dimensions of the sizers are 23.5 x 14.5 x 10 inches. Thus, the 10-inch width dimension is pretty binding, and most 22-inch long bags would be okay even with handles etc, but the 18in "middle" dimension in particular could prove problematic to some.
#22
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Join Date: Sep 2006
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Looks like a sweet bag, but their website says total dimensions = 45.5".
I just don't want to invest in anything anymore that isn't exactly within the airline's specs. Just don't want to chance running into a super-enforcer at the gate.
I just don't want to invest in anything anymore that isn't exactly within the airline's specs. Just don't want to chance running into a super-enforcer at the gate.
#23
Join Date: Jun 2005
Programs: AA Gold, *wood Gold, Hilton Honors Gold
Posts: 928
I've been looking at this one from Brookstone, if anyone has any experience with it I'd love to hear!
XpressCheck 21" Ballistic Computer Traveler
21-inch luggage holds laptop, has a suiter, and features our XpressCheck security pocket.
By the way, can you get a suit into your Delsey? I've used their luggage before and liked it. And it's half the price of the Brookstone gear.
XpressCheck 21" Ballistic Computer Traveler
21-inch luggage holds laptop, has a suiter, and features our XpressCheck security pocket.
By the way, can you get a suit into your Delsey? I've used their luggage before and liked it. And it's half the price of the Brookstone gear.
I got mine in 08 from Macy's. With coupons, you can get it for under $75. Maybe $60. I don't remember exactly, I just know it's been money well worth it and less than $100. Mine has a hook for hanging clothes in the "top" part of the luggage. I'm picky about how "wrinkley" my clothes get and I've found if I keep the clothes in the dry cleaning sheer plastic and fold carefully that they don't wrinkle much. I try and use the clasp to hold in place but usually overpack.
#24
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: LAX
Programs: AA PLT / 2MM
Posts: 2,113
Anyone else use this bag? If you have the expanders on, will it fit?
#25
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Home Airports: CAE/CLT
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, National Executive
Posts: 5,452
Just ordered one from eBags via AAdvantage eShopping for $103.99 (got 5 miles per dollar.)
Hope it comes in before 4 July when I will be flying 24K miles in 17 days.
#26
Moderator: New York City and FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA PLT, Natl EC
Posts: 10,855
Drumroll please...
The inside dimensions of the gray metal sizers are:
Length: 23 1/4" (59 cm) to outer edge of open (right) end
Depth: 9 7/8" (25 cm)
Width (sizer height): 13 1/2" (34 cm) to bottom of crossbar / 14 1/2" (37 cm) to top of crossbar
(long layover w/ measuring tape )
P.S.: Hope you like the Delsey, Gamecock!
Length: 23 1/4" (59 cm) to outer edge of open (right) end
Depth: 9 7/8" (25 cm)
Width (sizer height): 13 1/2" (34 cm) to bottom of crossbar / 14 1/2" (37 cm) to top of crossbar
(long layover w/ measuring tape )
P.S.: Hope you like the Delsey, Gamecock!
#27
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: PIT/DFW/MEL; AA Exec. Platinum & 4MM, QF WP
Posts: 7,689
The inside dimensions of the gray metal sizers are:
Length: 23 1/4" (59 cm) to outer edge of open (right) end
Depth: 9 7/8" (25 cm)
Width (sizer height): 13 1/2" (34 cm) to bottom of crossbar / 14 1/2" (37 cm) to top of crossbar
(long layover w/ measuring tape )
P.S.: Hope you like the Delsey, Gamecock!
Length: 23 1/4" (59 cm) to outer edge of open (right) end
Depth: 9 7/8" (25 cm)
Width (sizer height): 13 1/2" (34 cm) to bottom of crossbar / 14 1/2" (37 cm) to top of crossbar
(long layover w/ measuring tape )
P.S.: Hope you like the Delsey, Gamecock!
#28
Join Date: Jul 2005
Programs: AA EXP-1MM
Posts: 193
How did she get this far?
On my last flight a lady was pulling a steamer trunk (a slight exaggeration!) on tiny wheels down the aisle. It was banging every armrest as it went by. Half way down the aisle a FA finally rushed up and talked the lady into checking it at the front of the plane. I was astonished that she had made it that far! Evidently no one is paying attention at the gate or anywhere past it.
#29
Join Date: Feb 2003
Programs: back to AA PLT, 1.6+MM
Posts: 771
In the Bizzaroworld of airline bureaucrats, where your business model is to keep increasing the things you do that p#ss of your customers, I guess it doesn't.
#30
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: NYC
Programs: AA EXP, HHonors Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum
Posts: 125
My bag of choice after much searching is the Eagle Creek Switchback Max 22.
http://www.eaglecreek.com/product/20217
It is a small 22" rollaboard that will fit in the overhead and passed the test in JFK and LHR. The coolest part, though, is that a medium sized backpack zips onto the front of the rollaboard.
So when I go through security I go through with a small rollaboard and a small backpack (personal item) - one for overhead, one for under seat. However, after security I can zip the backpack onto the front of the bag and wheel them both around securely.
http://www.eaglecreek.com/product/20217
It is a small 22" rollaboard that will fit in the overhead and passed the test in JFK and LHR. The coolest part, though, is that a medium sized backpack zips onto the front of the rollaboard.
So when I go through security I go through with a small rollaboard and a small backpack (personal item) - one for overhead, one for under seat. However, after security I can zip the backpack onto the front of the bag and wheel them both around securely.