Travel Luggage Sets
When you’re headed off to a domestic or international destination for business or vacation, a luggage set carries your belongings. These questions and answers provide basic information about the appearance and specifications of travel luggage sets to help you find one that meets your needs.
What can you expect to find in a luggage set?A travel luggage set can consist of two or more pieces. Although dimensions vary by manufacturer, at minimum, a luggage set typically contains a 20-inch piece that works well as a carry-on and a larger 28-inch size that you can check in. In some three-piece sets, you may also find a 24-inch size. Luggage sets with more pieces may also include a tote as well as a larger carry-on.
What brands are available for these sets?Some of the known luggage collections include American Tourister, DELSEY, Dejuno, Rocklong, Samsonite Winfield, Traveler's Choice, and Tumi. Some sets are also unbranded.
What is the difference between hardside or softside luggage?Because softside luggage is made out of fabric like Nylon or canvas, it remains flexible and expands slightly to accept overstuffing. The hardside options are made of a solid covering that is designed not to flex, such as aluminum or polycarbonate.
What is the advantage of wheels on luggage?Across long distances, a piece with wheels is usually pulled behind or pushed in front. They mainly move forward and backward for clearing curbs and uneven surfaces. A spinner turns 360 degrees allowing for maneuverability, particularly on smooth floors like those found in airports and trains stations. You can also roll a spinner behind, in front, or to the side of you.
Is there any advantage to luggage without wheels?Non-wheeled luggage is generally lighter and less bulky because of the lack of a rolling mechanism, allowing for more space than wheeled versions.
What patterns or colors are available for a luggage set?Among the color options are black, blue, pink, purple, red, brown, gray, green, silver, orange, burgundy, or multiple colors. Sets typically have no overall pattern. However, versions are available with such repeating designs as flowers and travel motifs or with one large pattern, such as a caricature or an animal.
What zippers are available on luggage sets?Zippers on luggage come in two kinds. Whichever one you use, make sure that the pulls are big enough for your fingers to handle.
- Chain zippers consist of two sets of interlocking teeth, typically metal, making them strong and durable.
- Coil zippers consist of parallel coils made of polyester.
Pieces can contain loops or fasteners, either built into the zippers or cases, that can be secured with third-party locks. They may also have built-in locking mechanisms that are controlled with a key or a combination. TSA-approved luggage contains locks that can be opened by the Transportation Security Administration.