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Carry-on Bags and Personal Items that have been tested to fit in the New Sizers
Published carry-on limit: 9"x14"x22" (22 cm x 35 cm x 56 cm)
Actual sizer dimensions: 10"x15"x23"
Published personal item limit: 9"x10"x17" (22 cm x 25 cm x 43 cm)
Actual sizer dimensions: 9"x11"x18"
Bags that Fit Carry-On Sizer
Published personal item limit: 9"x10"x17"
Actual sizer dimensions: 9"x11"x18"
Bags that Fit Personal Item Sizer
Bags that Do Not Fit Sizers
Official size as per Rule 23.B.2, Baggage, Contract of Carriage:
relatyed thread: Baggage sizer use at the gate? (No longer at gates after 23 Jan 2020)
Carry-on Bags and Personal Items that have been tested to fit in the New Sizers
Published carry-on limit: 9"x14"x22" (22 cm x 35 cm x 56 cm)
Actual sizer dimensions: 10"x15"x23"
Published personal item limit: 9"x10"x17" (22 cm x 25 cm x 43 cm)
Actual sizer dimensions: 9"x11"x18"
Bags that Fit Carry-On Sizer
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Bag Manufacturer Model Date Test Location Comment Briggs & Riley Baseline 20" 03/2014 IAH boraxo Briggs & Riley Torq 01/2014 CLE lordhamster Briggs & Riley Transcend TU220XW-4 03/2014 COS mre5765. 311 bag had to be removed from outer pouch. Two weeks of clothes. Briggs & Riley U122CX 01/2014 SNA sakaike Briggs & Riley BU119 (BRX 19 upright) 05/2014 SMF PV_Premier, snug in 10" dimension even when packed lightly - bag fits in any mainline OH however :rolleyes: Brookstone Dash Office 01/2014 DSM Fits OH E145/C200 Delsey Helium Sky 21" 01/2015 LHR secretsea18 Eagle Creek Hovercraft 22" 03/2014 CLT Not stuffed full eBags TLS Mini 21"EB2146-21W 04/2014 swco-not overstuffed, just fit Heys Xcase 12/2013 LAX abaheti Int'l Paper Safeway Grocery 02/2014 IAH IAH-OIL-TRASH Kirkland Signature 21.5 12/2013 SFO Lat56 RW01 2 wheel 05/2016 AUS txirish Red Oxx Air Boss 02/2014 SFO N1120A (loaded) Red Oxx Sky Train 01/2014 SFO N1120A (loaded) Ricardo of BevHills Dash 20inch Dual 01/2014 Fredd Wheel Spinner Costco @ $50-expandable Rick Steves Backpack 12/2013 LAX LaserSailor Rimowa Limbo Cabin IATA 02/2014 SEA MSY-MSP Rimowa Salsa Deluxe IATA 02/2014 SEA MSY-MSP Rimowa Lufthansa 747-8 IATA 08/2014 IAD N1120A Samsonite Aspire Lite 03/2014 DEN Samsonite Short-Lite 2-wheeled 12/2013 ORD Lightest bag out there Samsonite Silhouette Sphere 21" 05/2014 BOS Fits perfectly but very snugly Tom Bihn Aeronaut 03/2014 Uncle Dave - fits every dimension with room to spare Travelite Delite v 2.0 02/2014 ORD exbayern (bag full) TravelPro Crew 4 22" 08/2014 SFO Not stuffed full TravelPro Crew 7 20" 12/2013 KWI full - not expanded FriendlySkies TravelPro Crew 8 22" 11/2013 DFW Not stuffed full TravelPro Crew 9 21" spinner 02/2014 ORD ilovesprint not stuffed TravelPro FlightCrew3 22" 02/2014 BOS Not stuffed full. Very snug fit CDKing TravelPro FlightCrew4 20" various Not stuffed TravelPro Maxlite2 20in 12/2013 SFO Expandable too TravelPro Maxlite2 22in 03/2014 Snug fit not stuffed TravelPro Maxlite3 21" 04/2014 EWR EmileG - full, outside compartment empty TravelPro Walkabout Spinners2 21" 04/2014 EWR EmileG - full, outside compartment empty TravelPro Walkabout Lite 4 03/2014 IND United747 - pretty empty bag to start with TUMI Alpha 22922 Many FLL DelrayChris TUMI Alpha 28251 lw Continental 03/2014 EWR lensman TUMI Alpha 2 22021 Continental 04/2014 EWR suzy1K - fit perfectly. Bag full, not expanded TUMI Alpha International 20" 022020DH 04/2014 SFO Snug if front pocket used, easy fit on 22/23" dimension by 1" TUMI T-Tech Int'l Carryon 04/2014 jeremiahsullivan Victorinox Avolve 22" 02/2014 SFO MrOCTeckels - only with front pocket empty Victorinox Mobilizer NXT 5.0 20" 03/2014 ORD gobluetwo - not expanded, every dimension fits with room to spare Victorinox WT 4.0 Duffel 21" 03/2014 ORD gobluetwo - packed for 3 days, squeezed sides easily into sizer
Published personal item limit: 9"x10"x17"
Actual sizer dimensions: 9"x11"x18"
Bags that Fit Personal Item Sizer
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Bag Manufacturer Model Date Test Location Comment Briggs & Riley Verb VB414-4 03/2014 COS mre5765. Easy fit despite being stuffed with sleeved 13 inch lap top, ipad mini, kindle paperwhite, pills, papers, chargers, ... Case Logic 14" ZLCS-214 04/2014 EWR Fly5x eBags TLS Pro Slim Laptop 04/2014 Backpack EB2146-16 Everki Versa Premium Backpack 07/2014 ORD gobluetwo Red Oxx CPA 12/2014 YYZ N1120A Skooba Satchel v3 02/2014 ORD ilovesprint Tom Bihn Co-Pilot 03/2014 SFO frankmu Tom Bihn Super Ego 03/2014 GRR LufthansaFlyer Tom Binh Western Flyer 01/2014 DSM when packed "right" Waterfield Cargo Large 01/2014 SFO MrOCTeckels LL Bean North Ridge Backpack 04/2014 LAX fgirard Works with a 13" MackBook, Asus Transformer packed inside
Bags that Do Not Fit Sizers
Code:
Bag Manufacturer Model Date Test Location Comment Eagle Creek Tarmac 20 wide 03/3014 AUS Curvature on back increases width Eagle Creek Tarmac ES 22 03/2014 1/2 inch too tall Gregory Cache 22 03/2014 BOS Cloudship Timbuk2 Checkpoint Roller 12/2014 BOS Cloudship Tumi Alpha Backpack 03/2014 SEA Full bag, fit length and height, 1/2" too tall when laying on side in personal sizer.
Official size as per Rule 23.B.2, Baggage, Contract of Carriage:
https://www.united.com/web/format/pd...f_Carriage.pdf
Carry-on Baggage must not exceed the Maximum Outside Linear Dimensions of 9 inches (22 cm) x 14 inches (35 cm) x 22 inches (56 cm), which includes its wheels and handles.
Personal items must not exceed 9 inches (22 cm) x 10 inches (25 cm) x 17 inches (43 cm), which includes any wheels and handles.
A personal item that exceeds these maximum linear dimensions but is not greater than 9 inches (22 cm) x 14 inches (35 cm) x 22 inches (56 cm) will be considered as Carry-on Baggage. Carry-on Baggage or personal items suspected of being oversized may require being placed into a sizing unit to determine acceptability. Carry-on Baggage that exceeds the Maximum Linear Dimensions allowed or that exceeds the Carry-on Free Baggage Allowance will be considered as Checked Baggage and is subject to Checked Baggage service charges.
Carry-on Baggage must not exceed the Maximum Outside Linear Dimensions of 9 inches (22 cm) x 14 inches (35 cm) x 22 inches (56 cm), which includes its wheels and handles.
Personal items must not exceed 9 inches (22 cm) x 10 inches (25 cm) x 17 inches (43 cm), which includes any wheels and handles.
A personal item that exceeds these maximum linear dimensions but is not greater than 9 inches (22 cm) x 14 inches (35 cm) x 22 inches (56 cm) will be considered as Carry-on Baggage. Carry-on Baggage or personal items suspected of being oversized may require being placed into a sizing unit to determine acceptability. Carry-on Baggage that exceeds the Maximum Linear Dimensions allowed or that exceeds the Carry-on Free Baggage Allowance will be considered as Checked Baggage and is subject to Checked Baggage service charges.
Carry-on Items That Meets UA's Size Requirements? Enforcement?
Mar 11, 2016, 6:10 pm
#61
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Maryland
Programs: United, Turkish
Posts: 640
True story , about 2 years ago.
DW is handicapped. I carry her bags. I had a rolling carry on and another bag on top of it, much smaller but bigger than a personal item. she had her small purse . I always check in with the GA for her pre-board. I wait in line, she sits.
Flight is slightly delayed and there is an additional GA. full flight DW is sitting in the handicap area. New GA demands that I put my bags in the sizer . I put in the roller, fits nicely, pull it out and put in the other bag in the large sizer. GA goes ballistic and he insists loudly that I must put it in the smaller sizer. I say "no I don't it's my wife's bag" he bellows I don't care who owns it you have to put it in the smaller sizer. At this point original GA has reached the man, pulls him aside and talks to him. He grumps at me "why didn't you say your wife was a passenger?" I said I have two boarding cards in my hand, I thought it was your job to ask.
He quickly finds other things to do and the original GA is apologizing and laughing at the same time
DW is handicapped. I carry her bags. I had a rolling carry on and another bag on top of it, much smaller but bigger than a personal item. she had her small purse . I always check in with the GA for her pre-board. I wait in line, she sits.
Flight is slightly delayed and there is an additional GA. full flight DW is sitting in the handicap area. New GA demands that I put my bags in the sizer . I put in the roller, fits nicely, pull it out and put in the other bag in the large sizer. GA goes ballistic and he insists loudly that I must put it in the smaller sizer. I say "no I don't it's my wife's bag" he bellows I don't care who owns it you have to put it in the smaller sizer. At this point original GA has reached the man, pulls him aside and talks to him. He grumps at me "why didn't you say your wife was a passenger?" I said I have two boarding cards in my hand, I thought it was your job to ask.
He quickly finds other things to do and the original GA is apologizing and laughing at the same time
Mar 11, 2016, 6:41 pm
#62
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Join Date: Aug 2010
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No way anybody on FT can tell you what a GA for any particular flight will do. If you get picked off by a GA on a flight where UA is strictly enforcing the rules, the bag will be gate-checked. If you aren't and the bag fits, you are fine. It's that simple.
What anybody here thinks won't matter.
What anybody here thinks won't matter.
Apr 28, 2016, 9:08 am
#63
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Austin, TX
Programs: UA 1K, Marriott Gold, SPG Gold
Posts: 140
I've been using a old Delsey Helium roll-aboard and it's finally starting to show its age. The unique tethered TSA pouch has detached, and a wheel jammed in the middle of a 7-city swing through Europe last week. The wheel is spinning again now, but I'm ready to invest in a new bag.
I'm 1K on United, and hence most of my international travel is on Star Alliance - United when possible, then Lufthansa, Air Canada (ugh), and occasionally others. My Delsey just fits into the United sizer (packed normally it's a snug fit), and it's never been questioned on any domestic or international flight. But, for my new bag, I'd like to be sure that it will fit the common sizers well enough so that even a cranky GA won't make me gate-check it. (So, something like the Briggs & Riley Baseline Widebody that drops nicely into the United sizer but projects a bit above the metal edge is out.)
My airline priorities are:
1) United & UX 2) Lufthansa/AC 3) American/Delta 4) Copa & other large SA partners
Ideally, I'd like it to fit the overhead bins on some of the smaller United (is it the A320 that's tight?) & UX planes, too. (These are the bins where rollers go in sideways. My Delsey is probably 10" deep, and takes a bit of effort and squeezing to get it in the opening. Something that runs an actual 9" or so would probably be better.)
Overall capacity is really important - I just did a 15-day trip in my (barely compliant) Delsey, including my cowboy boots. I can't really drop down to a 20" size or a spinner with reduced interior space. I don't really care about exterior pockets, etc., as I use my laptop bag for stuff I need to access.
I'm focused on 2-wheel rollers (vs. 4-wheel spinners) for maximum interior capacity, durability, and use on cobblestones, curbs, broken pavement, etc.
Here's what I'm looking at right now:
Lat_56 RW01 - looks like it will fit all sizers, but 7.5" depth seems a bit skimpy for long trips. Cool design.
TravelPro Magna 2 22 - reportedly fits United, but maybe too tall for LH?
TravelPro Crew 10 22" - 11" depth looks too big for United sizer?
Briggs & Riley U122CX - fits United per wiki, but too tall for LH?
Samsonite Aspire Xlite Softside 21.5 Exp - looks like it should work for UA & LH
Claire Chase Classic 21" Pullman Upright - kind of an off-the-wall idea. Dimensions look compliant, but leather construction gives a 9 lb weight. Also have a 22" version.
Any of these known to be non-compliant with the sizers of UA, LH, or other majors?
Does Lufthansa have any extra space in their sizer? They are only 1cm less than United on the height spec, and are looser on the depth and width. Recommendations/thoughts? (Note that my key objective is compliance with the actual sizers. I totally get that you can travel for years with no problems with a slightly non-compliant bag, particularly if you are elite status, look professional, etc.) Thanks!
I'm 1K on United, and hence most of my international travel is on Star Alliance - United when possible, then Lufthansa, Air Canada (ugh), and occasionally others. My Delsey just fits into the United sizer (packed normally it's a snug fit), and it's never been questioned on any domestic or international flight. But, for my new bag, I'd like to be sure that it will fit the common sizers well enough so that even a cranky GA won't make me gate-check it. (So, something like the Briggs & Riley Baseline Widebody that drops nicely into the United sizer but projects a bit above the metal edge is out.)
My airline priorities are:
1) United & UX 2) Lufthansa/AC 3) American/Delta 4) Copa & other large SA partners
Ideally, I'd like it to fit the overhead bins on some of the smaller United (is it the A320 that's tight?) & UX planes, too. (These are the bins where rollers go in sideways. My Delsey is probably 10" deep, and takes a bit of effort and squeezing to get it in the opening. Something that runs an actual 9" or so would probably be better.)
Overall capacity is really important - I just did a 15-day trip in my (barely compliant) Delsey, including my cowboy boots. I can't really drop down to a 20" size or a spinner with reduced interior space. I don't really care about exterior pockets, etc., as I use my laptop bag for stuff I need to access.
I'm focused on 2-wheel rollers (vs. 4-wheel spinners) for maximum interior capacity, durability, and use on cobblestones, curbs, broken pavement, etc.
Here's what I'm looking at right now:
Lat_56 RW01 - looks like it will fit all sizers, but 7.5" depth seems a bit skimpy for long trips. Cool design.
TravelPro Magna 2 22 - reportedly fits United, but maybe too tall for LH?
TravelPro Crew 10 22" - 11" depth looks too big for United sizer?
Briggs & Riley U122CX - fits United per wiki, but too tall for LH?
Samsonite Aspire Xlite Softside 21.5 Exp - looks like it should work for UA & LH
Claire Chase Classic 21" Pullman Upright - kind of an off-the-wall idea. Dimensions look compliant, but leather construction gives a 9 lb weight. Also have a 22" version.
Any of these known to be non-compliant with the sizers of UA, LH, or other majors?
Does Lufthansa have any extra space in their sizer? They are only 1cm less than United on the height spec, and are looser on the depth and width. Recommendations/thoughts? (Note that my key objective is compliance with the actual sizers. I totally get that you can travel for years with no problems with a slightly non-compliant bag, particularly if you are elite status, look professional, etc.) Thanks!
Apr 28, 2016, 10:05 am
#64
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Cape Cod MA
Programs: GS, 3 MM, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 752
I've been using a old Delsey Helium roll-aboard and it's finally starting to show its age. The unique tethered TSA pouch has detached, and a wheel jammed in the middle of a 7-city swing through Europe last week. The wheel is spinning again now, but I'm ready to invest in a new bag.
I'm 1K on United, and hence most of my international travel is on Star Alliance - United when possible, then Lufthansa, Air Canada (ugh), and occasionally others. My Delsey just fits into the United sizer (packed normally it's a snug fit), and it's never been questioned on any domestic or international flight. But, for my new bag, I'd like to be sure that it will fit the common sizers well enough so that even a cranky GA won't make me gate-check it. (So, something like the Briggs & Riley Baseline Widebody that drops nicely into the United sizer but projects a bit above the metal edge is out.)
My airline priorities are:
1) United & UX 2) Lufthansa/AC 3) American/Delta 4) Copa & other large SA partners
Ideally, I'd like it to fit the overhead bins on some of the smaller United (is it the A320 that's tight?) & UX planes, too. (These are the bins where rollers go in sideways. My Delsey is probably 10" deep, and takes a bit of effort and squeezing to get it in the opening. Something that runs an actual 9" or so would probably be better.)
Overall capacity is really important - I just did a 15-day trip in my (barely compliant) Delsey, including my cowboy boots. I can't really drop down to a 20" size or a spinner with reduced interior space. I don't really care about exterior pockets, etc., as I use my laptop bag for stuff I need to access.
I'm focused on 2-wheel rollers (vs. 4-wheel spinners) for maximum interior capacity, durability, and use on cobblestones, curbs, broken pavement, etc.
Here's what I'm looking at right now:
Lat_56 RW01 - looks like it will fit all sizers, but 7.5" depth seems a bit skimpy for long trips. Cool design.
TravelPro Magna 2 22 - reportedly fits United, but maybe too tall for LH?
TravelPro Crew 10 22" - 11" depth looks too big for United sizer?
Briggs & Riley U122CX - fits United per wiki, but too tall for LH?
Samsonite Aspire Xlite Softside 21.5 Exp - looks like it should work for UA & LH
Claire Chase Classic 21" Pullman Upright - kind of an off-the-wall idea. Dimensions look compliant, but leather construction gives a 9 lb weight. Also have a 22" version.
Any of these known to be non-compliant with the sizers of UA, LH, or other majors?
Does Lufthansa have any extra space in their sizer? They are only 1cm less than United on the height spec, and are looser on the depth and width. Recommendations/thoughts? (Note that my key objective is compliance with the actual sizers. I totally get that you can travel for years with no problems with a slightly non-compliant bag, particularly if you are elite status, look professional, etc.) Thanks!
I'm 1K on United, and hence most of my international travel is on Star Alliance - United when possible, then Lufthansa, Air Canada (ugh), and occasionally others. My Delsey just fits into the United sizer (packed normally it's a snug fit), and it's never been questioned on any domestic or international flight. But, for my new bag, I'd like to be sure that it will fit the common sizers well enough so that even a cranky GA won't make me gate-check it. (So, something like the Briggs & Riley Baseline Widebody that drops nicely into the United sizer but projects a bit above the metal edge is out.)
My airline priorities are:
1) United & UX 2) Lufthansa/AC 3) American/Delta 4) Copa & other large SA partners
Ideally, I'd like it to fit the overhead bins on some of the smaller United (is it the A320 that's tight?) & UX planes, too. (These are the bins where rollers go in sideways. My Delsey is probably 10" deep, and takes a bit of effort and squeezing to get it in the opening. Something that runs an actual 9" or so would probably be better.)
Overall capacity is really important - I just did a 15-day trip in my (barely compliant) Delsey, including my cowboy boots. I can't really drop down to a 20" size or a spinner with reduced interior space. I don't really care about exterior pockets, etc., as I use my laptop bag for stuff I need to access.
I'm focused on 2-wheel rollers (vs. 4-wheel spinners) for maximum interior capacity, durability, and use on cobblestones, curbs, broken pavement, etc.
Here's what I'm looking at right now:
Lat_56 RW01 - looks like it will fit all sizers, but 7.5" depth seems a bit skimpy for long trips. Cool design.
TravelPro Magna 2 22 - reportedly fits United, but maybe too tall for LH?
TravelPro Crew 10 22" - 11" depth looks too big for United sizer?
Briggs & Riley U122CX - fits United per wiki, but too tall for LH?
Samsonite Aspire Xlite Softside 21.5 Exp - looks like it should work for UA & LH
Claire Chase Classic 21" Pullman Upright - kind of an off-the-wall idea. Dimensions look compliant, but leather construction gives a 9 lb weight. Also have a 22" version.
Any of these known to be non-compliant with the sizers of UA, LH, or other majors?
Does Lufthansa have any extra space in their sizer? They are only 1cm less than United on the height spec, and are looser on the depth and width. Recommendations/thoughts? (Note that my key objective is compliance with the actual sizers. I totally get that you can travel for years with no problems with a slightly non-compliant bag, particularly if you are elite status, look professional, etc.) Thanks!
Apr 29, 2016, 7:42 am
#65
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Austin, TX
Programs: UA 1K, Marriott Gold, SPG Gold
Posts: 140
Thanks, Nigos. The U122CX looks like a really solid choice for a domestic bag. It seems to make good use of the interior volume and the compression mechanism is cool. The guarantee, of course, is great. My concern is whether it will fit, say, Lufthansa or Air Canada sizers.
I'd guess few GAs would question it, but I wouldn't want to invest in a nice bag like this only to find that some *A partners are cracking down and sizing anything that looks iffy.
I'd guess few GAs would question it, but I wouldn't want to invest in a nice bag like this only to find that some *A partners are cracking down and sizing anything that looks iffy.
May 5, 2016, 5:07 pm
#66
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Austin, TX
Programs: UA 1K, Marriott Gold, SPG Gold
Posts: 140
Lat56 RW01 Sizer Test
I tested the Lat56 RW01 (two-wheel roller) in the United sizer in AUS. I didn't expect it to fit, as I measured its width and got about 15.9 inches vs. the stated 14". It dropped in easily as it's a slender bag. To my amazement, it fit vertically as well - the whole bag disappeared with just a tiny (say, 1/4") projection above the frame from the wheel guard.
I would call this a "fit" - only a really cranky GA would object, particularly since it drops in so cleanly. It's not close to a snug fit. (Since the sizer is supposedly 15", I'm not sure why it doesn't project more. I didn't measure the sizer, but it was certainly a legit United one.) I notice the arrow on the sizer ends at the blue paint, not the metal edge. From there, we are probably looking at 3/4". Anyone think this would be a problem?
It looked a bit more over-width in the Delta and American sizers, going past the line by an inch or so. This bag looks small, though, and is unlikely to be questioned unless they are sizing everything. The semi-rigid top keeps it from bulging like a fabric top would.
It's heavier than expected, clocking in at close to 10 lbs. vs the stated 6.8. Waiting for a reply from Lat56 on that. This is the brand new version that has a flush fabric handle on the side. Really nice appearance and features. The suiter hanger is a rather large foam thing intended to prevent wrinkles. Unexpectedly bulky, but probably good if you pack an actual suit.
I would call this a "fit" - only a really cranky GA would object, particularly since it drops in so cleanly. It's not close to a snug fit. (Since the sizer is supposedly 15", I'm not sure why it doesn't project more. I didn't measure the sizer, but it was certainly a legit United one.) I notice the arrow on the sizer ends at the blue paint, not the metal edge. From there, we are probably looking at 3/4". Anyone think this would be a problem?
It looked a bit more over-width in the Delta and American sizers, going past the line by an inch or so. This bag looks small, though, and is unlikely to be questioned unless they are sizing everything. The semi-rigid top keeps it from bulging like a fabric top would.
It's heavier than expected, clocking in at close to 10 lbs. vs the stated 6.8. Waiting for a reply from Lat56 on that. This is the brand new version that has a flush fabric handle on the side. Really nice appearance and features. The suiter hanger is a rather large foam thing intended to prevent wrinkles. Unexpectedly bulky, but probably good if you pack an actual suit.
Last edited by txirish; May 5, 2016 at 5:29 pm
May 6, 2016, 2:18 pm
#67
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Austin, TX
Programs: UA 1K, Marriott Gold, SPG Gold
Posts: 140
Reluctantly, I decided to return the Lat56. Love the design, the look, and nifty features. But, the width and weight are both not what I was looking for. In addition, I found the RW01 instantly tips over when I put my laptop bag on top of it. That in itself is a deal-breaker. I think it's due to its perpendicular stance. My old Delsey, and many other rollers, lean back when standing. This moves the center of gravity back enough to keep it stable with a bag on top. The top of the Lat56 is fairly soft, too, which probably doesn't help stability.
Back to square one. Focused now on the new Genius Pack Roller and maybe the Victorinox Werks. (Ugh, will this ever end?)
Back to square one. Focused now on the new Genius Pack Roller and maybe the Victorinox Werks. (Ugh, will this ever end?)
May 9, 2016, 6:32 pm
#71
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: New England
Programs: American Gold, Marriott Gold, Hilton Silver
Posts: 5,638
It's not as heavy as it looks. They're almost unbreakable. The only thing on those that wear out is the rubber o-ring that you can easily replace. Pelican also sells many foam inserts if you're carrying things like camera gear, telescopes, etc.
Nov 10, 2016, 3:24 am
#72
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 82
United hand baggage: large squishy backpack OK?
I've got a laptop backpack I'm thinking of taking on an international then domestic United flight (itinary is EDI-EWR-MSY) as my only hand baggage. The bag is soft (so will squish down so it easily fits in a hand luggage checker at the gate, and will go under my seat on the plane if needs-be). However, the bottom sticks out slightly when not squished - so the dimension that should be under 22cm is more like 30cm.
Is this likely to be a problem? I can take a smaller bag if needs-be, but this one has good ergonomics and is well padded. The laptop bag is an older model of this bag (with slightly different dimensions) if that helps visualise it http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/wenger-Swi...-/152307293428
Hope this is in the right place. Please move thread if not - thanks!
Is this likely to be a problem? I can take a smaller bag if needs-be, but this one has good ergonomics and is well padded. The laptop bag is an older model of this bag (with slightly different dimensions) if that helps visualise it http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/wenger-Swi...-/152307293428
Hope this is in the right place. Please move thread if not - thanks!
Nov 10, 2016, 4:19 am
#73
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: London & Sonoma CA
Programs: UA 1K, MM *G for life, BAEC Gold
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For UA, they use a hand luggage checker at the gate, which is sized very slightly larger than the official dimensions. If it fits in that, you are fine.
However UA's passengers take on board far far more hand baggage than you will be used to seeing at EDI. The flight to EWR should be fine but, on the domestic flight, it's likely that they will have run out of space on the plane by the time your boarding group is called so you might have to gate check your bag. This will be free but be prepared to grab what you need for the flight.
However UA's passengers take on board far far more hand baggage than you will be used to seeing at EDI. The flight to EWR should be fine but, on the domestic flight, it's likely that they will have run out of space on the plane by the time your boarding group is called so you might have to gate check your bag. This will be free but be prepared to grab what you need for the flight.
Nov 10, 2016, 5:07 am
#74
Join Date: Jul 2015
Posts: 82
Thanks - it'll fit in a hand luggage checker at the official dimensions fine, but the soft material will need to squash in as it goes into the checker. That should be OK?
That's useful to know about the risk of having to gate check it. In that case, I'll carry a smaller bag inside and have in-flight stuff handy.
That's useful to know about the risk of having to gate check it. In that case, I'll carry a smaller bag inside and have in-flight stuff handy.