Hello! I didn't actually know www.flyertalk.com existed until today . I asked this question on another forum and someone mentioned here, so I thought I would give it a go!
I love the idea of them, and especially the little duffel bag in the Size Zero, plus they're so much easier to carry around. Just wondering if anyone's used anything like these, and how did your suit fare?
There have been a couple of discussions of different types or roll up garment bags like this, and I have a coworker that swears by his. I just purchased a standard rolling garment bag, carry on size, and am pretty happy with it for what I need.
I think if I was doing shorter trips, 1-2 days instead of 4-5 days, this type of bag might work better for me.
Hello! I didn't actually know www.flyertalk.com existed until today . I asked this question on another forum and someone mentioned here, so I thought I would give it a go!
I love the idea of them, and especially the little duffel bag in the Size Zero, plus they're so much easier to carry around. Just wondering if anyone's used anything like these, and how did your suit fare?
Welcome and thanks for posting these bags. I hadn't seen those yet. Funny how google is regional anyway.
The size zero bag is most likely not wide enough for a man's suit jacket, even if you pull it in so the front sides overlap and the shoulders get narrower.
There is the Sandbar BH-533 bag and a similar garment bag from Samsonite.
Welcome and thanks for posting these bags. I hadn't seen those yet. Funny how google is regional anyway.
The size zero bag is most likely not wide enough for a man's suit jacket, even if you pull it in so the front sides overlap and the shoulders get narrower.
There is the Sandbar BH-533 bag and a similar garment bag from Samsonite.
Wow thanks for the recomendation, I was looking for such a bag in fact.
You mentioned about a similar bag from Samsonite? Which one is that?
I think it's called the Boston Garment duffle or something like that. The problem is that is does cost three times the price of the Sandbar and the Sandbar design seems to make more sense but maybe this is because I cannot find a video to see how the Samsonite is actually packed. It seems the suit lapels would sit lower in the Samsonite and thus get more pressure from whatever you put on them. In general , it does make sense to actually fold up the lapels to avoid putting pressure on the lapels natural crease. What I mean by folding up is to fold them up as when it's cold and you fold the lapels forward and the collar up to protect your chest and throat.
The looks of the Sandbar are more classic whereas the Samsonite has more modern looks. Not worth 3x the price, methinks.
It would be wonderful to have a bag like that in fine saddle leather, although that would make it much heavier.
nice find. I ordered one just for the heck of it. How bad can it be for under $40?
Yeah, I literally stumbled upon that one. Please let us know how you like it. A little review and test packing would be highly appreciated.
This may be the insider tip in the category. I think it looks quite good. If you absolutely hate it you can probably still send it bag. I hear they are quite good about that.
Anybody know where to get a Sandbar Bag? I think all the links to sites for the bags list them as unavailable. I was able to order one from the New Egg Mall, but after a few weeks the order was cancelled as unfillable.
OK, I've done a little homework and found 3 alternatives to the Sandbar:
1) As indicated above--U.S. Traveler Koskin Leather 2-in-1 Carry-On Garment Duffel Bag
4lbs, 21.5" x 13" x 9.75", leather (or imitation plastic leather?) (~$35-50)
2) Samsonite Pro-DLX 2 Duffel Garment Bag
3.3 lbs, 23" x 11" x 12", nylon (~$170-$220)
3) OGIO - Dapper Garment Bag. 108129
2.8 lbs, 21" x 12" x 9", nylon (~$65-75)
Now we need someone to get ahold of all 3 for comparison and to let us know what is coolest. As someone who is not fond of leather (or fake) for luggage, and who thinks that "light is right" for this type of luggage, the Ogio or Samsonite seem more interesting. The real deciding factors should be how well they pack and function.
I think it's called the Boston Garment duffle or something like that. The problem is that is does cost three times the price of the Sandbar and the Sandbar design seems to make more sense but maybe this is because I cannot find a video to see how the Samsonite is actually packed. It seems the suit lapels would sit lower in the Samsonite and thus get more pressure from whatever you put on them. In general , it does make sense to actually fold up the lapels to avoid putting pressure on the lapels natural crease. What I mean by folding up is to fold them up as when it's cold and you fold the lapels forward and the collar up to protect your chest and throat.
The looks of the Sandbar are more classic whereas the Samsonite has more modern looks. Not worth 3x the price, methinks.
It would be wonderful to have a bag like that in fine saddle leather, although that would make it much heavier.
Till
Thanks, I do agree with you that Sandbar is more classic and for 3 times less the price of Samsonite, its more worth it.
Yeah, I literally stumbled upon that one. Please let us know how you like it. A little review and test packing would be highly appreciated.
This may be the insider tip in the category. I think it looks quite good. If you absolutely hate it you can probably still send it bag. I hear they are quite good about that.
Till
I have one that is similar. I can't remember the brand. I believe I bought it at a Ross store. I think I paid about $20. It is nylon, not leather but works the same. I have used it a few times, and it's great. I can fit two suits plus shirts and ties plus a pair of shoes and some small miscellaneous items. My shirts might get a little wrinkled but not much. The suits stay in pretty good condition.
The best part is that it rolls up so that it looks like a duffle bag. It's easy to carry around, and not much heavier than the average small duffle bag. I'm much happier using this than a regular over the shoulder garment bag or a bag on wheels. If mine gets too heavy, I'll check it as baggage instead of taking it as a carry on. I've never had a problem with it.
Interesting about the OGIO 174.
So the sides (I think of them as wings) can be stuffed with what ever - yes?
Are the sides permanently attached to the bag itself?
Could you get one mens suit (42 reg), 2 dress shirts, 2 ties in a plastic rolller (Tie Caddy), 2 belts, 5 short sleeve shirts, pair of short pants, 2 dress shoes, socks and undies for 7 days, toiltries bag, and misc stuff?
. I asked this question on another forum and someone mentioned here, so I thought I would give it a go!
