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Wheeled Backpack?
I'm interested in buying a wheeled backpack, one that meets carry-on
requirements (22"). I'm especially interested in those that have a detachable daypack. I've looked at several (especially at ebags.com, and also baggageforless.com) and am seriously interested in a High Sierra AT-205. Does anybody have any experience with this type of bag? Pros? Cons? Are they too heavy to realistically carry on your back when loaded? I already use a backpack from Rick Steves, but am looking wheeled convenience some times. Any suggestions (for specific makes/models or websites) and opinions are appreciated! Thanks in advance! |
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Wheeled Backpack?
"Javaman" wrote in message ... Check out; http://www.worldtraveler.com They have a section with Backpacks. I don't use them, but I have a medium size case - Ricardo, Beverly Hills from them. Surprisingly inexpensive, and really rugged. |
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Javaman wrote: I'm interested in buying a wheeled backpack, one that meets carry-on requirements (22"). I'm especially interested in those that have a detachable daypack. I've looked at several (especially at ebags.com, and also baggageforless.com) and am seriously interested in a High Sierra AT-205. Does anybody have any experience with this type of bag? Pros? Cons? Are they too heavy to realistically carry on your back when loaded? I already use a backpack from Rick Steves, but am looking wheeled convenience some times. Any suggestions (for specific makes/models or websites) and opinions are appreciated! Thanks in advance! I use the 22" 360 E-Motion by Victorinox. They are kind of pricy but I got mine for as a last years model with a coupon for about $150 at: http://www.irvs.com/catreslt.php?CatNo=15 If you do some web searches you may be able to find a coupon. I like this bag. It's well made and access is well though out. On my back it feels like my Gregory backback. It's curved so that it will fit in the some of the smaller overheads if you put in upside down and top first which really helps. The only problem I've had is Austrian Air in Vienna would not allow me to carry it on because it 1 kilo over the weight limit (yes, they weighed it). The only complaint I have is that the rounded top limits it's capacity a little. |
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Wheeled Backpack?
This was discussed in detail about a year ago; I think the general
conclusion is that if you are in the US you can't go wrong with luggage from either of the three major players: Hartmann, Andiamo, or Tumi. As far as I can tell a wheeled 'backpack' does neither job well. Javaman wrote: I'm interested in buying a wheeled backpack, one that meets carry-on requirements (22"). |
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Check this out!
Columbia Windpass Wheeled Backpack http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226 Its an amazing deal. $70.00 for a wheeled backack.. I have looked alot, and to find one like this with a BELT is hard pressed for under$200.00. My GF and I ordered one for each of us for a trip to Italy. We just got them yesterday.. here is my review WITHOUT using them: 1. They seem to have really good quality... stitching etc.. 2. The are carryonable without the external day pack.. 3. The external day pack sips completely to main pack and becomes as one with it. 4. Its heavy.. I weighed it with the day pack at 10 lbs and the day pack is barely one lb if that. 5. The day pack is quite large and has a nice expansion zipper. 6. The day pack does not have a belt, but one would be easy to add. 7. Did I mention its heavy? 8. Wheels are roller blade type.. on bearigns I believe.. 9. Built almost too well.. did I mention heavy? 10. The handle extends to a nice length.. if you are tall I think you coudl pull it nicely. 11. Cheap. 12. you can't get much bigger and still carryon.. its only .5" smaller than most airlines maximum. 13. The top is not as curved as most... but the picture shows it more square than it really is.. I was a bit let down with that part... I think the following.. if you are in great health, have no back problems, and you are very fit.. get a backpack. If you have a weak back, or any ailments,.. and frankly, if you are not a REALLY fit woman.. I suggest a wheeled backpack WITH a belt.. WITH a belt.. the weight should be mostly on your HIPS!!!!! Reason: you can switch between wheeled and backpack and you will feel much better.. its long extended strains on certain parts of the body that make me feel uncomfortable? How about you? I think this is true for many. I look forward to many years of travel with this bag.. it looks like its built really well.. buy em before they are all gone.. they are usually over $130 on SALE.. Joe "Javaman" wrote in message ... I'm interested in buying a wheeled backpack, one that meets carry-on requirements (22"). I'm especially interested in those that have a detachable daypack. I've looked at several (especially at ebags.com, and also baggageforless.com) and am seriously interested in a High Sierra AT-205. Does anybody have any experience with this type of bag? Pros? Cons? Are they too heavy to realistically carry on your back when loaded? I already use a backpack from Rick Steves, but am looking wheeled convenience some times. Any suggestions (for specific makes/models or websites) and opinions are appreciated! Thanks in advance! |
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Just purchased a 'Concourse' wheeled backpack last week for $24 on sale
at Super-K; 19.5"; many pockets and compartments, good sturdy telescoping handle and carry handle; and good but not excellent wheels, no waste band support though... I read another post where someone mentioned similar gear that they *wheeled* 95% of the time in normal use; the straps themselves seem OK for 5% usage without the belt; or so I will hope...g I also purchased for less than a Fiver a very strong fine mesh 'laundry bag' that the entire pack will fit into; as also suggested here once bagged into luggage check nothing to catch on the machinery; a fine tote sack for the road also. Best part of the deal... a *second* 17" nearly identical rolling backpack as part of the Two-Piece deal price! Tim K "Joe Prinz" wrote in message om... Check this out! Columbia Windpass Wheeled Backpack http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...berId=12500226 Its an amazing deal. $70.00 for a wheeled backack.. I have looked alot, and to find one like this with a BELT is hard pressed for under$200.00. My GF and I ordered one for each of us for a trip to Italy. We just got them yesterday.. here is my review WITHOUT using them: 1. They seem to have really good quality... stitching etc.. 2. The are carryonable without the external day pack.. 3. The external day pack sips completely to main pack and becomes as one with it. 4. Its heavy.. I weighed it with the day pack at 10 lbs and the day pack is barely one lb if that. 5. The day pack is quite large and has a nice expansion zipper. 6. The day pack does not have a belt, but one would be easy to add. 7. Did I mention its heavy? 8. Wheels are roller blade type.. on bearigns I believe.. 9. Built almost too well.. did I mention heavy? 10. The handle extends to a nice length.. if you are tall I think you coudl pull it nicely. 11. Cheap. 12. you can't get much bigger and still carryon.. its only .5" smaller than most airlines maximum. 13. The top is not as curved as most... but the picture shows it more square than it really is.. I was a bit let down with that part... I think the following.. if you are in great health, have no back problems, and you are very fit.. get a backpack. If you have a weak back, or any ailments,.. and frankly, if you are not a REALLY fit woman.. I suggest a wheeled backpack WITH a belt.. WITH a belt.. the weight should be mostly on your HIPS!!!!! Reason: you can switch between wheeled and backpack and you will feel much better.. its long extended strains on certain parts of the body that make me feel uncomfortable? How about you? I think this is true for many. I look forward to many years of travel with this bag.. it looks like its built really well.. buy em before they are all gone.. they are usually over $130 on SALE.. Joe "Javaman" wrote in message ... I'm interested in buying a wheeled backpack, one that meets carry-on requirements (22"). I'm especially interested in those that have a detachable daypack. I've looked at several (especially at ebags.com, and also baggageforless.com) and am seriously interested in a High Sierra AT-205. Does anybody have any experience with this type of bag? Pros? Cons? Are they too heavy to realistically carry on your back when loaded? I already use a backpack from Rick Steves, but am looking wheeled convenience some times. Any suggestions (for specific makes/models or websites) and opinions are appreciated! Thanks in advance! |
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"Tim Kroesen" wrote in message ink.net... Just purchased a 'Concourse' wheeled backpack last week for $24 on sale at Super-K; 19.5"; many pockets and compartments, good sturdy telescoping handle and carry handle; and good but not excellent wheels, no waste band support though... I read another post where someone mentioned similar gear that they *wheeled* 95% of the time in normal use; the straps themselves seem OK for 5% usage without the belt; or so I will hope...g I also purchased for less than a Fiver a very strong fine mesh 'laundry bag' that the entire pack will fit into; as also suggested here once bagged into luggage check nothing to catch on the machinery; a fine tote sack for the road also. Best part of the deal... a *second* 17" nearly identical rolling backpack as part of the Two-Piece deal price! Once a Finnish chap was carrying his outdoor gear in a wheelbarrow on his way northbound along the highway four to the Norwegian border. He said that heavy loads can be pushed forward easily. Naturally by this method one cannot expect much off road travelling. Perhaps in hill countries the benefits are less obvious. |
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Wheeled Backpack?
....could that have been your mountain cousin, 'Jethro'
Grönroos...?...g Sounds like it could have been Red Green or Mr. Bean too! At least we're pretty sure it wasn't another 'tourist' sighting...G Tim K "Markku Grönroos" wrote in message ... Once a Finnish chap was carrying his outdoor gear in a wheelbarrow on his way northbound along the highway four to the Norwegian border. He said that heavy loads can be pushed forward easily. Naturally by this method one cannot expect much off road travelling. Perhaps in hill countries the benefits are less obvious. |
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Wheeled Backpack?
In article , Magda
wrote: On 16 Mar 2004 12:13:40 -0800, in rec.travel.europe, (Joe Prinz) arranged some electrons, so they looked like this : ... Check this out! ... ... Columbia Windpass Wheeled Backpack ... http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/st...productId=8051 849&memberId=12500226 ... ... Its an amazing deal. $70.00 for a wheeled backack.. I have looked ... alot, and to find one like this with a BELT is hard pressed for ... under$200.00. They weigh an amazing 11 lb as well. NO WAY. OP: This amazing light bargain on wheels will probably fall apart and die right in the aisle of the plane when we are all behind you trying to get to our seats. Been there before. billfrogg |
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