Which suitcase or holdall - I'm confused!

sal-ad-daze

2008-04-14 15:32:57

Hi Guys,

I've just come back from hols and my suitcase is minus a wheel, I had it double strapped anyway as I'd caught something in the zip whilst packing it and didn't trust it as much anymore so a new case is in order.

I've been reading through the threads regarding weight limits etc with interest so ventured out today to research, my head is spinning!
Some cases are measured in inches, some in centimeteres and some give capacity in litres - what's that all about?

I also looked at 'holdalls' with wheels but aren't sure if the lighter weight is worth the reduced capacity.
What do you experienced travellers reccommend now that weight limits are decreasing rapidly? My
od suitcase was a non expandable 28" framed soft body if that helps and I fill it to more than capacity!

What do you reccommend?

keepupwith

2008-04-14 16:31:31

Re: Which suitcase or holdall - I'm confused!

I'm thinking of changing to holdalls because of the weight limits, also to be honest because they aren't rigid you can actually pack a lot into them. There is also the bonus that they are a better shape to pack into the boot of the car and mould more easily. I've been searching around on the net recently and there do seem to be more and more of them about. They come in various sizes so to be honest I don't think capacity would be a problem. If we don't get round to investing inthem this year I certainly think we will next year!
Pam

Miss_Chief1

2008-04-14 17:08:59

Re: Which suitcase or holdall - I'm confused!

My best tip to get an idea of weight differences and sizes etc. is to take a look at the Tripp website http://www.tripp.co.uk they give excellent info on each suitcase, wheeled holdall or regular holdall and this includes the dimensions, weight, litres etc.

You may be suprised by some of the weights I know I was :que

I highly recommend all Tripp luggage been buying it for years online direct with them and also in Debenhams......who have a sale on the Tripp luggage at the moment.

Either way it's very informative and should help you decide. :tup

Grecophile

2008-04-20 14:24:46

Re: Which suitcase or holdall - I'm confused!

After lugging suitcases around for years when it came to replacing them we opted for holdalls, much easier to carry (or pull) and it's surprising how much you can pack in. Agree with Miss_chief, the Tripp range are excellent.

Llindy

2008-04-20 18:42:35

Re: Which suitcase or holdall - I'm confused!

i am going to use a holdhall on wheels this year, it looks a lot more spacious
than a suitcase, hope things dont get creased though as there are no straps inside.
If i dont get on with it then back to the suitcase for next time.

lincolnsue

2008-04-20 18:47:59

Re: Which suitcase or holdall - I'm confused!

I have used a holdall for my last three holidays and have been really pleased with it.
I manage to take just as much as in a suitcase and dont find things crease any more than in a suitcase.
I do pack most things into several large polythene bags.
Sue

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