Help: Best International Carry-On ?
 

Hey Flyer Talk members. I'm new to the community but have been frequently going international for work. I have to admit i had a cheap costco bag for the past 2 years that finally is on its last life. I want to invest in a good , durable, and easy to maneuver international carry-on.

What are some recommendations. I don't really have a set budget, i just want something that will last and functionally work.

Goruck GR1 or GR2 -- See: www.goruck.com

Tom Bihn Brain Bag or Aeronaut -- SEE: www.tombihn.com

Redoxx Air Boss or Mini Air Boss -- SEE: www.redoxx.com

RIMOWA Limbo 22inch
 

If your not budget minded and can't go wrong with Rimowa Luggage..

If weight matters, be sure to pick up one of the light carryons like Rimowa salsa air or similar.
Many carryons are quite heavy and some airlines impose strict weight limits for carryons.

I would add the Red Oxx Sky Train and the Safari Beanos PR5 duffel to your list, as well as the forthcoming Goruck GR3. A fully packed Tom Bihn Brain Bag bulges in the middle and makes one look like a turtle. Both the 30L and 45L Aeronaut are top flight bags.

To the OP: I never check bags and never use any bag that has a rigid structure, wheels or a telescoping handle, all of which reduce packable volume and add needless weight.

I have both the Redoxx Miniboss and the Rimowa alu 2-wheeler. I use the Miniboss for 2-3 days trips and combine the two for week-long trips. The rimowa is the carry-on, the Miniboss is the personal item. Never got stopped anywhere.

I have the aeronaut, and it is good if you do not need a suit. When I go international I carry a B&R 22" bag baseline series. I have traveled around the world with this bag and never had to check it except on RJ aircraft. It fits in all the overhead bins on the aircraft I travel on.

I use the Patagonia MLC 45L. I have put a suit in it and it will fit in the RJ overhead on the right side as long as you dont have it stuffed.

I have tried many bags. for a four wheel spinner get the Briggs and Riley Widebody Intl spinner... I LOVE THE Bag.

Wheels spin Freely
Lifetime warranty
Expandable system that comes in so handy
Quality construcion
Looks nice

I had the Tumi and this is way better.. Tumi is crap quality. i have flown many flights within Europe and i have never had a problem having to check it in.

You will love the bag. i bought mine on Ebay and saved some money. Just make sure its the right one. THe wheels need to have spokes.

Not the lightest bag but love the build and crunch down feature!

X2 on the Red Oxx Sky Train
 

I'm going to second the Sky Train as I have done 10+ domestic/European trips using mine as either a 1 or 2 bag option. In fact I leave for a 9 day business trip next Sunday with Sky Train holding majority of clothing and a Rick Steve's backpack for the smaller clothing items with laptop/bose headphones/iPad/cables. In my case I wear button down shirts/nicer pants and don't need suit coats or ties. Packing cubes are my friends.

I am a big Red Oxx fan and chose buying a Sky Train due to its durability. However if you are budget conscious, check out www.ricksteves.com and his luggage line.

I was torn between Briggs and Riley and the Rimowa topas. Im in the US, where do you think is the best place to order Rimowa?

I am just curious why people are impressed with the RImowa bag? I see them all the time in Europe and many people have them but i struggle with the loyal following/

Is it the Brand? I know its expensive and look nice but what about the bag do you like?

I see the Briggs to be hands down more value and a better bag. Maybe i am missing something.

Its a "CULT" thing I guess..!

Well your pic of the side-by-side Limbos looks like my partner and I. We just got them. Granite Brown and the Red. Can't wait to use them.

For carry ons, international size, I love the Salsa Air Ultralight. It's been great.