Thanks LTN Phobia.
Although I am dreading the HBO challenge, I want to give it a go just to see what happens. I ALWAYS overpack and come home with 50% of clothes unworn. Actually hubby is worse than me, so it will be a real challenge for him
I thought about shampoo and conditioner but will decant into 100ml bottles and since hubby has a distinct lack of hair he can also carry a second 100ml set of hair products for me! I don't have a liquid foundation (I swear by bare minerals) and so should be okay fitting my liquids into the clear bag. If not I shall buy airside e.g my P20 sun cream.
Wheels are an absolute must for the reasons you outline.
I shall look at the Samsonite as want to keep weight down aswell.