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Frequent traveler and Moderator Patrick_y writes a review about luggage! Luggage is a vital piece of equipment many travelers depend on. Patrick_y who has a collection of multiple pieces of luggage in active use writes about AWAY luggage a new and indepen...  

You get used to filling up the case to the allowed weight. So changing bags is a hesitation. But do need an upgrade. And yes the new Tumi stuff ain’t cheap. Thanks Bill

You said it! The Tumi stuff ain't cheap!

I've noticed so many things over the many years and many pieces of luggage that I've owned. I thought I wanted to summarize some of my experience.

which I like.

I don't have a Horizn Studios case to compare it with side by side. But the polycarbonate plastic, the handle bars, the extension handle, the locks, the wheels, and even the zippers seem to be very similar if not identical. Probably made by the same suppl... 

Appreciate the review, thank you for the write up. Luggage is extremely important, durability and security being the top concerns when traveling a lot. We all want our stuff to get there with us!!! The big advantages I see with Away is competitive pricing... 

I'll go and find that NPR interview! Thank you for your comments. YES! I'm very scared to send RIMOWA luggage under the plane. Nowadays, it's just too risky. I find that the Salsa Trunk (now called Essential Trunk) (but not the Salsa Air/Essential Lite) d...  

When I travel by car, I don't bother protecting the luggage, since I will have more control of the luggage than I would if I travel by plane. My original post indicated otherwise.

I am enjoying the ease of opening and closing the clam shell with two clasps vs having to unzip the entire enclosure to open and close the case. I think I recall seeing this write up a couple years ago but glad to see it pop up with your typo update.

Good dressers generally do have good luggage! And Away is very practical luggage!