Lightest carry-on bag
Oct 19, 2016, 3:05 pm
#511
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The other day, I saw someone board with a garbage bag as their carryon bag. I suppose that is the lightest carryon bag you can possibly find. Maybe lighter than those paper shopping bags.
Beware though, I witness a GA force someone to check their paper shopping bag and they were headed to Narita. The only thing holding the handles together was the baggage tag.
Beware though, I witness a GA force someone to check their paper shopping bag and they were headed to Narita. The only thing holding the handles together was the baggage tag.
Oct 19, 2016, 3:19 pm
#512
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The other day, I saw someone board with a garbage bag as their carryon bag. I suppose that is the lightest carryon bag you can possibly find. Maybe lighter than those paper shopping bags.
Beware though, I witness a GA force someone to check their paper shopping bag and they were headed to Narita. The only thing holding the handles together was the baggage tag.
Beware though, I witness a GA force someone to check their paper shopping bag and they were headed to Narita. The only thing holding the handles together was the baggage tag.
Nov 25, 2016, 9:18 pm
#513
Join Date: Dec 2013
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SDR D3 Traveller Duffel
515g ; 39L capacity.
Warning: The price is ridiculous. But the construction basically means it's like having 2 cuben fiber bags.
If I traveled more, I'd probably spring for this. But as it is, I just don't travel enough to justify the cost.
The appeal for me is that it's large enough to be a take-everything bag, but it's light enough to be a daily bag. Most other carry-on bags I've seen are basically "base-camp" bags. They're good enough to carry everything, but I find I just prefer leaving them at the hotel and have another bag for daily use.
Another plus for me: 3-way carry - having backpack style carry is a must for me.
I do have another cuben fiber bag (Outlier Ultrahigh) and I really do like the lightness of the material. It's not for everyone though - it's an ultralight, fairly weather resistant material, but it's crinkly and 'noisy'.
515g ; 39L capacity.
Warning: The price is ridiculous. But the construction basically means it's like having 2 cuben fiber bags.
If I traveled more, I'd probably spring for this. But as it is, I just don't travel enough to justify the cost.
The appeal for me is that it's large enough to be a take-everything bag, but it's light enough to be a daily bag. Most other carry-on bags I've seen are basically "base-camp" bags. They're good enough to carry everything, but I find I just prefer leaving them at the hotel and have another bag for daily use.
Another plus for me: 3-way carry - having backpack style carry is a must for me.
I do have another cuben fiber bag (Outlier Ultrahigh) and I really do like the lightness of the material. It's not for everyone though - it's an ultralight, fairly weather resistant material, but it's crinkly and 'noisy'.
Nov 26, 2016, 9:00 am
#516
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Only 1.13 lbs! Looks like the duffel is made from Dyneema fiber. Very strong, I have a Tom Bihn Co-pilot bag made from that fabric. Just about right for United sizers though, 21.5/10.5/10.5 inches (United 22/14/9 inches).
Looks like Tom Bihn has a new travel pack, with a waist belt. https://www.tombihn.com/collections/travel-bags/products/heros-journey-travel-backpack?variant=31566549575
Almost 3 times heavier at 3 lbs.
Looks like Tom Bihn has a new travel pack, with a waist belt. https://www.tombihn.com/collections/travel-bags/products/heros-journey-travel-backpack?variant=31566549575
Almost 3 times heavier at 3 lbs.
Last edited by frankmu; Nov 26, 2016 at 7:48 pm
Nov 26, 2016, 7:13 pm
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Nov 28, 2016, 2:18 pm
#518
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I searched for a while for lightweight carry-on and found out one very interesting thing. There are several decent sub 4.5 pound bags be renowned manufacturers sold in Europe, but the same manufacturers do not offer them here in US. No idea why that is. Brands like Roncato, March, Samsonite, Kelsey, Brick's all offer sub 4.4 pounds bags.
My requirements were lightweight, maxing out the carry on size limit, double handle so I can stack up another bag on top and two wheels. I don't mind spinners, but 4 wheels weigh more than two, not to mention they stick out more, so you actually get smaller bag.
I chose American Tourister Lightway Upright 55/20 (Samsonite brand). I could not be happier about it. ~$90. Solid build and astonishing 3.3 pounds. It's a no frills decent looking carry-on. https://www.alzashop.com/sport/ameri...tm#alternativy
My other bag is Tumi and it weighs exactly double! Obviously it's lightweight, so probably not as durable, but I think it will last 3 years with little care and making sure baggage throwers never get their hands on it.
As I said you can't buy it in US, but maybe you can find it online, or buy it while in Europe.
My requirements were lightweight, maxing out the carry on size limit, double handle so I can stack up another bag on top and two wheels. I don't mind spinners, but 4 wheels weigh more than two, not to mention they stick out more, so you actually get smaller bag.
I chose American Tourister Lightway Upright 55/20 (Samsonite brand). I could not be happier about it. ~$90. Solid build and astonishing 3.3 pounds. It's a no frills decent looking carry-on. https://www.alzashop.com/sport/ameri...tm#alternativy
My other bag is Tumi and it weighs exactly double! Obviously it's lightweight, so probably not as durable, but I think it will last 3 years with little care and making sure baggage throwers never get their hands on it.
As I said you can't buy it in US, but maybe you can find it online, or buy it while in Europe.
Dec 3, 2016, 7:34 am
#519
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Here are the brand I'm considering, have heard good things about them:
43 litres and 400g
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
200g backback
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
43 litres and 400g
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
200g backback
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
Dec 3, 2016, 8:03 am
#520
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Here are the brand I'm considering, have heard good things about them:
43 litres and 400g
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
200g backback
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
43 litres and 400g
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
200g backback
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...A1JSP8ME38H4IS
Dec 3, 2016, 11:09 am
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Dec 29, 2016, 3:32 am
#522
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The other day, I saw someone board with a garbage bag as their carryon bag. I suppose that is the lightest carryon bag you can possibly find. Maybe lighter than those paper shopping bags.
Beware though, I witness a GA force someone to check their paper shopping bag and they were headed to Narita. The only thing holding the handles together was the baggage tag.
Beware though, I witness a GA force someone to check their paper shopping bag and they were headed to Narita. The only thing holding the handles together was the baggage tag.
i would not trust a a garbage bag to hold my items till i reach my hotel. lol
Jan 2, 2017, 4:07 pm
#523
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Feb 25, 2017, 12:11 am
#525
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max payload using a gym bag
i maximize my payload by using a soft synthetic gym bag.
bag itself is less than 2 lbs.
couple it with a pacsafe personal bag and i can usually get a total 12Kg payload into the cabin with no questions asked even on 7Kg ULCC flights.
downside is i can only carry non fragile items but it works for me.
bag itself is less than 2 lbs.
couple it with a pacsafe personal bag and i can usually get a total 12Kg payload into the cabin with no questions asked even on 7Kg ULCC flights.
downside is i can only carry non fragile items but it works for me.