https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ en Fri, 15 May 2026 14:27:35 GMT vBulletin 5 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217472-luggage-recommendations-check.html Wed, 06 May 2026 00:21:16 GMT I have had good luck with Samsonite (comes with 10yr warranty) - but its been a while since I last bought one. Wondering if you guys have recommendation for a brand or produce or place to buy? Are the hard shell light bags are worthwhile? It... I have had good luck with Samsonite (comes with 10yr warranty) - but its been a while since I last bought one.

Wondering if you guys have recommendation for a brand or produce or place to buy?
Are the hard shell light bags are worthwhile?
It looks like I am looking for the 62" or slightly smaller bag. A set is fine too.
What do these bags weigh lately? Any metrics I should consider when buying? ]]> Travel Products sciconf https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217472-luggage-recommendations-check.html https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217447-rimowa-essential-cabin-vs-original-cabin-o-worth-weight-difference.html Tue, 05 May 2026 11:41:14 GMT Hi all, I’m trying to decide between the Rimowa Essential Cabin and the Original Cabin, and would love some input. The main differences I’m considering: * Weight: about 1.1 kg / 2.2 lbs lighter for the Essential * Closure: zipper... Hi all,

I’m trying to decide between the Rimowa Essential Cabin and the Original Cabin, and would love some input.

The main differences I’m considering:

• Weight: about 1.1 kg / 2.2 lbs lighter for the Essential
• Closure: zipper (Essential) vs. clamps (Original)
• I’ve read that the Essential might be more flexible and can fit slightly more due to the zipper

Does anyone here have experience with both? How do they compare in real-world use (durability, packing capacity, ease of use)?

Thanks in advance! ]]> Travel Products Meisterflieger https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217447-rimowa-essential-cabin-vs-original-cabin-o-worth-weight-difference.html https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217229-rothco-travel-vest.html Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:45:39 GMT I'm considering a travel vest. Scottevest seems to be the most popular but the landed price is $400 Canadian after taxes, duties and shipping from the USA. The Rothco vest is about a third the price and I can order it from amazon.ca. Any opinions on the Rothco vest or similar less costly travel vests? ]]> Travel Products NorthernMiner https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217229-rothco-travel-vest.html https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217211-tumi-warranty-caveat-emptor.html Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:52:17 GMT I’ve owned several TUMI products over the years and always thought I was buying premium quality and premium service. This was my first time testing the second part. The bag in question developed a problem with one of the metal buckle components.... I’ve owned several TUMI products over the years and always thought I was buying premium quality and premium service. This was my first time testing the second part.

The bag in question developed a problem with one of the metal buckle components. Oddly, one comparable component has held up perfectly well, while the other has lost its finish through ordinary use. In other words, one part appears fit for purpose and the other seems to have taken a more artistic approach.

TUMI Japan’s explanation was that this is not a fault but “patina”. Which was interesting, because I had previously been dealing with TUMI Australia on the basis that the item would be replaced.

The customer service process was the real achievement here. I was told I would receive a response within 4 days. When I followed up 8 days later, I was told they were still within their response time. This was my first indication that TUMI may also manufacture time.

I was then offered partial solutions that did not resolve the issue, directed toward a cheaper model, told a model I was willing to accept was unavailable when it was in fact listed on their own website, and asked to work through a return process that was unnecessarily difficult for an item I use every day.

So, to summarise: premium bag, non-premium component, and a complaints process that managed to be slow, argumentative, and hard work all at once.

A luxury brand does not prove itself when everything goes right. It proves itself when something goes wrong. On this occasion, TUMI did not come close.

I would have accepted a straightforward repair, replacement, or refund. Instead I got a lesson in “patina”, logistics, and patience. ]]> Travel Products Kiwi_FF https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/travel-products/2217211-tumi-warranty-caveat-emptor.html