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Lazy8

Lazy8

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I bought a Costco 22" rollaboard and it lasted 2 1/2 weeks before the wheels started screetching and have almost fallen off. So incase anyone is considering saving some cash and going with Costco - don't.

Anyone tried Strong Bags product? I'm wondering how it compares to the Purdy Neat stuff.

g
 
Luggage works is the ticket. I bought a $90 special at Target it lasted about one month and blew apart, took it back and got my money back, bought a luggage works bag and it is the bomb diggity.
 
i bought a 70 dollar special from walmart, its manufactured by those europeans that make those ever handy pocket knives. It has held up pretty well over the past year, the handle and wheels are in great shape, but the place where i hook my flight kit up is wearing very quickly and will break very soon. Thats probably because my flight kit weighs almost 45 pounds! i will probably get another one after this one breaks. i dont spend over 100 dollars on any one single work related item, this job is not worth it!
 
My travelpro has been great, and they have a flight crew discount if you contact the office in Boca Raton, FL.
 
Goddammmit. I bought the Costco last month after suggestions from several line guys. Well, the good thing is if it does break, I can take it back whenever I want and get my money back. That and the crew store here on base sends the LW bags in for repair. I just didn't want to spend the cash on an overnight bag when I spent so much cash on the Scott kit.
 
Buy the Kirkland brand bag at Costco - cheap and you can take it back (it has a lifetime guarantee.)

All you pay is the price difference since the time you purchased it and the time you return it (unless you have a receipt) - which in my case was over a period of 3+ years = 10 bucks.

If you keep the receipt, you don't have to pay anything.
 
Little Black 22

Buy the nicest bag you possibly can, whatever it is. Spending more on it now (and taking care of it) saves you from throwing hard earned $$$ down the toilet a few times a year.

I have a TravelPro and it's great. Works fine after 2+ years so far. Last black roller I had lasted 7 years and I paid about $150 for it at Macy's, I think.

-FW
 
Grove said:
I bought a Costco 22" rollaboard and it lasted 2 1/2 weeks before the wheels started screetching and have almost fallen off. So incase anyone is considering saving some cash and going with Costco - don't.

Anyone tried Strong Bags product? I'm wondering how it compares to the Purdy Neat stuff.

g
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omg not screeeeeeching wheels!

sally
 
Just retired my fathers old Travelpro after 17 years but Ive heard the new one are ********************e.

Ordered the 22 professional from eBags. While its not been put to the test yet..definetly looks like it will handle most anything. The rollerblade wheels have a quick release axle..took about 3 seconds when i tried changing one out. They also include a spare. Get the laptop kit as an add-on, its a hard shell that attaches inside..nice feature.
 
§kyye Candy said:
Buy the Kirkland brand bag at Costco - cheap and you can take it back (it has a lifetime guarantee.)

All you pay is the price difference since the time you purchased it and the time you return it (unless you have a receipt) - which in my case was over a period of 3+ years = 10 bucks.

If you keep the receipt, you don't have to pay anything.
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That's what I have. The Kirkland Executive 22" rollaboard. I think it would have been a good rollaboard for an occasional traveler.
 
My PNS draggin wagon is on it's 3rd year. 6 months of being abused by the rampies on the Beech, and the rest by me on the ERJ. I have nothing but good stuff to say about it. I'm always amazed by asking guys how long they have had theirs when I see a really beat up one and find out it is like 6+ years old. I mean really, how long should one expect their bag to last givin the abuse we (and the rampers, van drivers, etc) put them through?? I'm also on my first set of wheels and they have never gotten the dreaded "squeaks" that so many other bags I have heard in the terminal had.
 
BankAccount=0$ said:
My PNS draggin wagon is on it's 3rd year. 6 months of being abused by the rampies on the Beech, and the rest by me on the ERJ. I have nothing but good stuff to say about it. I'm always amazed by asking guys how long they have had theirs when I see a really beat up one and find out it is like 6+ years old. I mean really, how long should one expect their bag to last givin the abuse we (and the rampers, van drivers, etc) put them through?? I'm also on my first set of wheels and they have never gotten the dreaded "squeaks" that so many other bags I have heard in the terminal had.
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buh buh but its so EXPENSIVE!

737 bag, 2 years, still solid as a tank and worth every penny...especially if you commute.
 
dogismycopilot said:
My travelpro has been great, and they have a flight crew discount if you contact the office in Boca Raton, FL.
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Travelpro sold out and is no longer manufacturing to the same standards.

LuggagePro (formerly PNT) bags are the final word in luggage for people who need a rollaboard that will work every time.

The first time you get to carry your chineese walmart bag a mile out to the airplane with everyone laughing at you you will figure it out!
 
belchfire said:
The first time you get to carry your chineese walmart bag a mile out to the airplane with everyone laughing at you you will figure it out!
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a mile out to the airplane...that must be a long Jet Bridge.
 
While the heavy weight (and cost) can be a drag, the PNS/Luggageworks bags sure are tanks- have never regretted them. (I added a 26"er to my collection when I went to the fracs.) Little stuff breaks over time- like zippers etc from ramp rash- but the frame and handle last forever. Just try and remember to send them in for free refurbishment while the guarantee is still in effect.

Apart from their strength, I don't think anything comes remotely close to LW/PNS bags as a rock solid stable platform for towing a heavy flight case around on long walks through terminals.
 
Grove said:
I bought a Costco 22" rollaboard and it lasted 2 1/2 weeks before the wheels started screetching and have almost fallen off. So incase anyone is considering saving some cash and going with Costco - don't.

Anyone tried Strong Bags product? I'm wondering how it compares to the Purdy Neat stuff.

g
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Greetings..I have the "strong Bags" and it seems to be holding up just fine, plus it was cheaper than the PNT. Hope this helps.

Take care
 
My travelpro has lasted thru the beatings it took during its regional days, as did I!!!
 
I have the Costco bag and my wheels have never screeched. They usually hold up 2-3 years before I take them in for a free exchange. You must have got a defective one.
 
I have the one from StrongBags. I am so pleased with it. It is extremely sturdy and holds quite a bit of stuff. It also has a slot for your laptop that will fit the bigger computers. I went with it vs. the Purdy Neat because they are similar yet it was $100.00 cheaper. Flightcrew members ask about it all the time since they haven't seen it yet. They all seem to be impressed with its features and cost. Give it a try. They are having specials on them as a combo with a duffle bag.
 
BankAccount=0$ said:
My PNS draggin wagon is on it's 3rd year. 6 months of being abused by the rampies on the Beech, and the rest by me on the ERJ. I have nothing but good stuff to say about it. I'm always amazed by asking guys how long they have had theirs when I see a really beat up one and find out it is like 6+ years old. I mean really, how long should one expect their bag to last givin the abuse we (and the rampers, van drivers, etc) put them through?? I'm also on my first set of wheels and they have never gotten the dreaded "squeaks" that so many other bags I have heard in the terminal had.
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Heyas,

I've got a Purdy Neat from way before the PNS/LW deal.

The thing is old school metal, with user replaceable wheels (standard rollerblade wheels) you can change out with an allen wrench. The only thing I bothered with upgrading was when the one piece metal handle came out, which could be done with a screwdriver.

Finally after 8 years the zipper stopped zipping and I sent it in for "overhaul". They replaced all the zippers, wheels, axles and handle AND straightened the frame (I was like ???, was it that bent?) for $90 including shipping. Good as new and ready for another 8 years.

The only bummer was I had to use my wife's rollerbag while the Purdy Neat was in the shop. Her POS generic bag didn't even make it an entire trip before it blew out and the wheels fell off.

The thing is a tank. Heck, I'd put a motor in it and enter it in BattleBots if that show was still around.

Nu
 
I bought a Samsonite at Ross for $30 about 2 years ago, and it's still holding strong. For the wheels, I lubricate the bearings with a spray every once in a while so they don't deteriorate or SSppkkkeeeaaakkk... through the terminal...I wouldn't hear them anyway with the Ipod! Plus I always have a spare of wheels in my red backpack!
 

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