BettsNY

Hi All. I'm planning an extended trip to East Asia this coming Oct. I am a petite - vertically challenged lol, 5 ft (~152cm) tall / 120 lbs (54 kg).

I currently have a Kelty Redwing 40W backpack that I love, especially since it has the chest & hip straps, and the back fits my short torso. However, due to knee injury I now need a backpack with wheels. Can you please recommend backpacks similar to this model that has wheels. Thank you!

travellingmip

The only roller backpacks I've looked for are for photography. These don't come cheap and the layout may note be what you want I am sure there are some for general use. Anyway, if my chance you might be interested, search for "roller cases" on Adorama or B&H Photo and Video.

BettsNY

Thanks! I've noticed that too.

willoL

Though retro, another option would be purchasing a separate luggage cart to use with your comfortable backpack during this period when you need to shift its weight from your back to some wheels.

I have a short torso, too, and it can be difficult finding any pack that fits right!

Asking for a wheelchair escort would also be reasonable, though it feels embarrassing sometimes when you are used to being "normal" and healthy.

I will also say that, when it became obvious that my mobility/joint issues were permanent (autoimmune disease), I started carrying less on board instead of switching to wheeled luggage. This does mean I check bags more often, which stinks, but I also have issues with my shoulder, and I literally can't safely lift heavy wheeled cases. I do use wheeled checked luggage, so I can manage it myself.

I once had an FA refuse to help me stow my bag, though my need for help is disability related, which was mortifying. Another passenger helped me, but, because my health issues are not always readily visible, and the FA was across the (F!) cabin, and I didn't want to shout out that I had this limitation of being physically unable to raise my left arm above should height, I was left embarrassed and in tears.

These days, when flying alone, I use a regional jet sized, ultra lightweight travel pack made by Tom Bihn. It is impossible/difficult to make it too heavy for me to safely manage, plus it fits underneath a seat if I can't get assistance to stow it. (The case is called the Western Flyer.)

squeakr

I have a rolling cart that I just attach the backpack to and it works great.

whereishome?

Actually, rather same situation for me. I wanted a backpack (for airport/plane) and a wheeled case for at work. Seems like I looked forever. Finally found one at VERA BRADLEY. Yes, it has orange flowers and it looks rather six-gradish girly, but it does the job. And.... it is so easy when I am being picked up by someone at the airport. "Heh, look for me with the red suitcase and the orange backpack".

Don't know if the Vera Bradley brand with its multi colors will work for you, but maybe worth looking at.