Rimowa luggage
Dec 10, 2006, 10:21 am
#1
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Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: NYC
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Rimowa luggage
Anyone use Rimowa luggage? After a year with a TravelPro that's already been broken four times, I'm looking to upgrade. Rimowa was recommended by two luggage specialists (including one whose store didn't even sell the brand, but he still recommended it). I need something as lightweight as possible, and their 29" weighs less than 8 pounds. It's polycarbonate and looks different from most luggage: http://www.rimowa.de/index_int.asp?spr=Amerika
I'm also considering Briggs and Riley, but nothing they have is as lightweight as Rimowa.
Anyone use Rimowa or have any personal recommendations for a large wheeled bag that's lightweight and sturdy?
I'm also considering Briggs and Riley, but nothing they have is as lightweight as Rimowa.
Anyone use Rimowa or have any personal recommendations for a large wheeled bag that's lightweight and sturdy?
Dec 10, 2006, 11:26 pm
#3
Join Date: Dec 2006
Posts: 3
Their salsa line is more affordable, which are polycarbonate. You can jump up and down on them and they won't break. A 29" is probably $500, but I imagine you're a big traveler. I doubt you'll find a lighter, as sturdy suit case.
Jan 2, 2008, 5:14 pm
#4
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: EWR
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I'm looking at the 26 or 29 Tango or Salsa, multi-wheel. Does anyone have any thoughts or comments on these? Is the Tango much better, it's about twice the price? Should I go with the 26 or 29 to use as my exclusive "check" bag? Will the 29 cause me to go over 50 lbs?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
Jan 2, 2008, 5:38 pm
#5
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Washingon, DC
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Anyone use Rimowa luggage? After a year with a TravelPro that's already been broken four times, I'm looking to upgrade. Rimowa was recommended by two luggage specialists (including one whose store didn't even sell the brand, but he still recommended it). I need something as lightweight as possible, and their 29" weighs less than 8 pounds. It's polycarbonate and looks different from most luggage: http://www.rimowa.de/index_int.asp?spr=Amerika
I'm also considering Briggs and Riley, but nothing they have is as lightweight as Rimowa.
Anyone use Rimowa or have any personal recommendations for a large wheeled bag that's lightweight and sturdy?
I'm also considering Briggs and Riley, but nothing they have is as lightweight as Rimowa.
Anyone use Rimowa or have any personal recommendations for a large wheeled bag that's lightweight and sturdy?
Jan 3, 2008, 10:04 am
#6
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I bought the 29" salsa in red and really like it. True to their claim, it seems to be nearly indestructable. The only issue is that it doesn't expand - which I knew before buying it, but sometimes I really miss those couple of extra inches of space.
Will the 29 cause me to go over 50 lbs?
Jan 3, 2008, 10:24 am
#7
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Munich, Germany
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Reliable luggage
I have a Rimowa Topas-Series Jumbo Trolley for two years now and I love it. Never had such a reliable suite case ^ . Topas is the classic aluminium series from Rimowa and it comes with to wheels to pull the suite case behind you or with four wheels to roll it upright next to you. Only trade off is the price. You have to take a big breath when you see the price tag but on the other hand I think this suite case will last a life time.
Feb 1, 2008, 10:02 pm
#9
Join Date: Feb 2008
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Looking for the red one
I waas flying with lufthansa beginning of this month and I saw in their magazine (webshop) the special rimowa model they created for lufthansa which is a red rimowa with a white cross. unfortunately I cant manage to find it on the internet. Could someone help me with that?
thanks
arthur
Feb 4, 2008, 7:07 am
#10
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: EWR
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hey!
I waas flying with lufthansa beginning of this month and I saw in their magazine (webshop) the special rimowa model they created for lufthansa which is a red rimowa with a white cross. unfortunately I cant manage to find it on the internet. Could someone help me with that?
thanks
arthur
I waas flying with lufthansa beginning of this month and I saw in their magazine (webshop) the special rimowa model they created for lufthansa which is a red rimowa with a white cross. unfortunately I cant manage to find it on the internet. Could someone help me with that?
thanks
arthur
Feb 5, 2008, 6:01 am
#11
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: France
Programs: M&M
Posts: 1
I`ve bought the rimowa salsa also in red 2 weeks ago. I bought the 4 wheeler 80 cm/ 110 liter and i like it very much. In germany they tested ( you know, in germany they tested eyery thing !) different luagges, and the rimowa salsa series was/is the best in weight and quality. My rimowa made the first flights last week, and it was ok. The 80cm is very big and have enough space for mor than 25 kilo.
Aug 4, 2011, 11:31 pm
#12
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 12
Rimowa luggage is real good
I completely agree with you that Rimowa luggage are not only light weight but also contemporary in design. I have Rimowa Salsa cabin luggage for the past 3 years. Features include glossy finish, TSA lock, multiwheel roller system, telescoping handle and many more. I am also fond of Rimowa luggage flexi dividers which are a real help when packing.
Aug 26, 2011, 11:12 pm
#14
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: alberta canada
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We've been using a Rimowa trunk case for 6 years now and though it is large, it has 4 wheels (spinner), it has been our favorite case for travel. it locks carries a lot and is safe to bring back delicate items and always gets "a look" when we travel through the airport.^^