Time to buy some luggage!

SlingAir · February 5th, 2007, 18:51

Any suggestions on what brand to get? I will be flying the CRJ I was told that purdy neat luggageworks 22' stealth is a great model for that airplane. Any advice and/or comments appreciated.

bike21 · February 5th, 2007, 19:28

About any 22" works fine. I use the Eagle Creek Tarmac which is kinda big for the overheads if I pack heavy. But it is bullet proof.

http://www.rei.com/online/store/Prod..._SHOP_BY_BRAND

You can also go to Costco and get a bag for 100 bones with a lifetime no questions asked return policy. (Eagle Creek is same) Our RJs have a front storage closet which works out great for my two 22" bags. (not sure if others have them)

OldTownPilot · February 5th, 2007, 19:35

Who did you get hired by?

The luggage works will last forever. If it is not over stuffed it fits fine in the overheads. It's probably a must if you commute, especially on an RJ.

The rampers hate those things so they have to be kind to them. Unlike some if the lighter bags that are easy to sling around. Trust me, I know about that bit a little too well.

SlingAir · February 5th, 2007, 19:39

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Originally Posted by OldTownPilot

Who did you get hired by?

The luggage works will last forever. If it is not over stuffed it fits fine in the overheads. It's probably a must if you commute, especially on an RJ.

The rampers hate those things so they have to be kind to them. Unlike some if the lighter bags that are easy to sling around. Trust me, I know about that bit a little too well.

SkyWest, February 12th RJ Class, thank you for the tip. I have some mentors that are TWA/American and they said purdy neat luggageworks are like tanks. I appreciate the feedback. keep it coming, I can't decide which model. Stealth,Suiter,737NG..... Any idea which model? I hear metal frame is the way to go. Thanks again.

OldTownPilot · February 5th, 2007, 19:45

Metal frame all the way.

The 28" is probably a bit much. I don't see why you'd get the 737NG, less space for the same amount.

Go with the 22" stealth, esppecially if you commue on a mainline plane. The F/As won't despise your guts for taking all the overhead space, especially if it's a MD80.

Kristie · February 5th, 2007, 20:47

We have 22" stealth bags and in the 10 yrs doug's been on the line, we've only had to replace his bag once. There have been a few times that a zipper has broken off (they're not the most sturdy) or the metal clip has been mangled in cargo but you can send it back to luggageworks for repair or find a good cobbler (shoe repair guy) that can fix it for you fairly cheaply.

Congrats on the new job and welcome to the board!!

staplegun · February 5th, 2007, 21:10

I second the reccomendation for the Costco bag, they replace it for free life time and it's very similar to eBags.

eBags! I am extremely hard on luggage and beat up several PNTCO bags before I found this:

http://www.ebags.com/ebags/pilot_plu...?modelid=63463

It has changed a little since I got it but I've had mine for over 6 years and just last week they sent me new axles and wheels for free! It also holds a lot more than it looks like it will, I take mine out for 9 days in a row with no problems. It's also very light compared to the PNTCO or Luggage works bags.

Kevin

MQAAord · February 5th, 2007, 21:53

Whatever brand you get, do NOT get TravelPro. TravelPro is fine for the occasional traveller, but it does not hold up to crew (especially regional crew) usage.

My old-school hardside Samsonite held up to everything I threw at it. Or everything I threw it at..... It made a great stepstool, chair, backrest, a very multi-useful thing. I don't even know if the model I have is even made anymore.

Bill has the Costco bag. It's over a year old now, and has held up very well. It's cheap, the guarantee can't be beat, and it holds everything you need for a week.

C150J · February 5th, 2007, 23:18

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Originally Posted by SlingAir

Any suggestions on what brand to get? I will be flying the CRJ I was told that purdy neat luggageworks 22' stealth is a great model for that airplane. Any advice and/or comments appreciated.

Stealth all the way!

stuckingfk · February 6th, 2007, 00:54

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Originally Posted by MQAAord

Whatever brand you get, do NOT get TravelPro. TravelPro is fine for the occasional traveller, but it does not hold up to crew (especially regional crew) usage.

My old-school hardside Samsonite held up to everything I threw at it. Or everything I threw it at..... It made a great stepstool, chair, backrest, a very multi-useful thing. I don't even know if the model I have is even made anymore.

Bill has the Costco bag. It's over a year old now, and has held up very well. It's cheap, the guarantee can't be beat, and it holds everything you need for a week.

I heard they guarantee this lifetime replacement for the Ipod too? Any truth to this? If so my next Ipod purchase will be at Costco.

MusketeerMan · February 6th, 2007, 01:58

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Originally Posted by SlingAir

SkyWest, February 12th RJ Class, thank you for the tip. I have some mentors that are TWA/American and they said purdy neat luggageworks are like tanks. I appreciate the feedback. keep it coming, I can't decide which model. Stealth,Suiter,737NG..... Any idea which model? I hear metal frame is the way to go. Thanks again.

Congrats!!

Great avatar. Best show out there...

SlingAir · February 6th, 2007, 03:52

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Originally Posted by MusketeerMan

Congrats!!

Great avatar. Best show out there...

Thanks, yeah i love the office.

MQAAord · February 6th, 2007, 08:16

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Originally Posted by stuckingfk

I heard they guarantee this lifetime replacement for the Ipod too? Any truth to this? If so my next Ipod purchase will be at Costco.

Hmm, not sure!

B767Driver · February 6th, 2007, 08:21

I need to address some luggage issues this week, too. My leather flight bag is ready for the bottom to fall out of it at any time...and my steel framed PurdyNeat(sp??) overnight bag is in about the same condition. I got almost ten years out of them....not bad for the suitcase...thought the flight kit would have held up better.

MQAAord · February 6th, 2007, 08:50

Bill's had the Scott's Leather kit bag since he was a new hire at DL. It's the one with the handles that are one continuous piece that wrap around the bottom and come up the other side (did that make sense? maybe I should find a picture). It helps keep the weight of the bag on those straps/handles, and not on the bottom of the bag itself.

edit to add picture

B767Driver · February 6th, 2007, 08:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by MQAAord

Bill's had the Scott's Leather kit bag since he was a new hire at DL. It's the one with the handles that are one continuous piece that wrap around the bottom and come up the other side (did that make sense? maybe I should find a picture). It helps keep the weight of the bag on those straps/handles, and not on the bottom of the bag itself.

I think I know exactly what you are talking about. That's probably a more supportive set-up. We all all need more support to hold us together as we get older, you know....I'm about to go to a knee brace for the basketball court! Well...maybe not just yet.

MQAAord · February 6th, 2007, 09:22

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Originally Posted by B767Driver

I think I know exactly what you are talking about. That's probably a more supportive set-up. We all all need more support to hold us together as we get older, you know....I'm about to go to a knee brace for the basketball court! Well...maybe not just yet.

Hey, I'm a 34DD, I've been a big fan of 'proper support' for many, many years now!

Cruise · February 6th, 2007, 10:37

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Originally Posted by MQAAord

Hey, I'm a 34DD, I've been a big fan of 'proper support' for many, many years now!

YIKES!

JEP · February 6th, 2007, 10:47

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Originally Posted by Cruise

YIKES!

Uh....Mr. Cruise.....You owe my wife some $$$ as I just ruined her keyboard. Spit chocolate milk everywhere.....

Cruise · February 6th, 2007, 11:03

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Originally Posted by JEP

Uh....Mr. Cruise.....You owe my wife some $$$ as I just ruined her keyboard. Spit chocolate milk everywhere.....

Lee D · February 6th, 2007, 11:06

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Originally Posted by MQAAord

Hey, I'm a 34DD, I've been a big fan of 'proper support' for many, many years now!

Sheesh, way to hijack a thread.

If you said that to tease/get the attention of nearly every guy on this board. . . . . .then you were succesfull.

What was I going to say before that? Focus Lee, focus.......... Oh yeah congrats Sling Air on the new job! Maybe I'll see you around.

DV8Pilot · February 6th, 2007, 12:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlingAir

Any suggestions on what brand to get? I will be flying the CRJ I was told that purdy neat luggageworks 22' stealth is a great model for that airplane. Any advice and/or comments appreciated.

I have the 737NG bag and no matter how full i stuff it it fits in the CRJ over head (and in the Bro too, which more than once has gotten me on a plane that was weight restricted).

DV8

MusketeerMan · February 6th, 2007, 13:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by MQAAord

Hey, I'm a 34DD, I've been a big fan of 'proper support' for many, many years now!

Bluff!!! That's a weight & balance issue....

B767Driver · February 6th, 2007, 14:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by MQAAord

Hey, I'm a 34DD, I've been a big fan of 'proper support' for many, many years now!

I'm glad I took the knee route on the issue....but you go girl.

MQAAord · February 6th, 2007, 16:33

Sorry for the hijack, but I took the 'support' comment and ran with it......

Not exaggerating either...... however, all things considered (back pain, trying to find clothes that FIT) I'd rather be a few sizes smaller there!

Now, back to the luggage issue! I again recommend the Costco bag, or a hardside Samsonite. Scott's is the only way to go for kit bags. If you buy a cheap $40 Office Max special, you may end up traversing Europe with black electrical tape holding it together after 6 years! (Not that I've ever personally seen that done or anything.....

)

February 5th, 2007, 18:51	#1
SlingAir Newbie Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 6	Time to buy some luggage! Any suggestions on what brand to get? I will be flying the CRJ I was told that purdy neat luggageworks 22' stealth is a great model for that airplane. Any advice and/or comments appreciated. __________________ -It could bend.. or it could break... that's the risk that you take.

February 5th, 2007, 19:28	#2
bike21 Old Skool Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: People's Republic of Boulder Posts: 2,084	Re: Time to buy some luggage! About any 22" works fine. I use the Eagle Creek Tarmac which is kinda big for the overheads if I pack heavy. But it is bullet proof. http://www.rei.com/online/store/Prod..._SHOP_BY_BRAND You can also go to Costco and get a bag for 100 bones with a lifetime no questions asked return policy. (Eagle Creek is same) Our RJs have a front storage closet which works out great for my two 22" bags. (not sure if others have them) __________________ "A man is not considered wise because he talks a lot" - The Dhammapada

February 5th, 2007, 19:35	#3
OldTownPilot Old Skool Join Date: May 2005 Location: BGR (Bangor, ME) Posts: 2,849 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Time to buy some luggage! Who did you get hired by? The luggage works will last forever. If it is not over stuffed it fits fine in the overheads. It's probably a must if you commute, especially on an RJ. The rampers hate those things so they have to be kind to them. Unlike some if the lighter bags that are easy to sling around. Trust me, I know about that bit a little too well. __________________ As a wise man said, sumb!tch flew in, sumb!tch'll fly out. Ski Hard. Party Harder.

February 5th, 2007, 19:45	#5
OldTownPilot Old Skool Join Date: May 2005 Location: BGR (Bangor, ME) Posts: 2,849 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Time to buy some luggage! Metal frame all the way. The 28" is probably a bit much. I don't see why you'd get the 737NG, less space for the same amount. Go with the 22" stealth, esppecially if you commue on a mainline plane. The F/As won't despise your guts for taking all the overhead space, especially if it's a MD80. __________________ As a wise man said, sumb!tch flew in, sumb!tch'll fly out. Ski Hard. Party Harder.

February 5th, 2007, 20:47	#6
Kristie Big Chief's Woman Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 17,553 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Time to buy some luggage! We have 22" stealth bags and in the 10 yrs doug's been on the line, we've only had to replace his bag once. There have been a few times that a zipper has broken off (they're not the most sturdy) or the metal clip has been mangled in cargo but you can send it back to luggageworks for repair or find a good cobbler (shoe repair guy) that can fix it for you fairly cheaply. Congrats on the new job and welcome to the board!! __________________ Wife of a Delta B767 ER F/O jetgirls.net

February 5th, 2007, 21:10	#7
staplegun Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Park Ridge, IL Posts: 1,070	Re: Time to buy some luggage! I second the reccomendation for the Costco bag, they replace it for free life time and it's very similar to eBags. eBags! I am extremely hard on luggage and beat up several PNTCO bags before I found this: http://www.ebags.com/ebags/pilot_plu...?modelid=63463 It has changed a little since I got it but I've had mine for over 6 years and just last week they sent me new axles and wheels for free! It also holds a lot more than it looks like it will, I take mine out for 9 days in a row with no problems. It's also very light compared to the PNTCO or Luggage works bags. Kevin

February 5th, 2007, 21:53	#8
MQAAord Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The Looney Bin Posts: 8,599	Re: Time to buy some luggage! Whatever brand you get, do NOT get TravelPro. TravelPro is fine for the occasional traveller, but it does not hold up to crew (especially regional crew) usage. My old-school hardside Samsonite held up to everything I threw at it. Or everything I threw it at..... It made a great stepstool, chair, backrest, a very multi-useful thing. I don't even know if the model I have is even made anymore. Bill has the Costco bag. It's over a year old now, and has held up very well. It's cheap, the guarantee can't be beat, and it holds everything you need for a week. __________________ PPL SEL 100-ish hours TT Former American Airlines F/A (12 months) Former Simmons/Eagle F/A (6 years) Former Eagle ground school instructor (1 year) Former Eagle IOE instructor (3 years)

February 6th, 2007, 08:21	#14
B767Driver Old Skool Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,830	Re: Time to buy some luggage! I need to address some luggage issues this week, too. My leather flight bag is ready for the bottom to fall out of it at any time...and my steel framed PurdyNeat(sp??) overnight bag is in about the same condition. I got almost ten years out of them....not bad for the suitcase...thought the flight kit would have held up better.

February 6th, 2007, 08:50	#15
MQAAord Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The Looney Bin Posts: 8,599	Re: Time to buy some luggage! Bill's had the Scott's Leather kit bag since he was a new hire at DL. It's the one with the handles that are one continuous piece that wrap around the bottom and come up the other side (did that make sense? maybe I should find a picture). It helps keep the weight of the bag on those straps/handles, and not on the bottom of the bag itself. edit to add picture __________________ PPL SEL 100-ish hours TT Former American Airlines F/A (12 months) Former Simmons/Eagle F/A (6 years) Former Eagle ground school instructor (1 year) Former Eagle IOE instructor (3 years)

February 6th, 2007, 16:33	#25
MQAAord Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: The Looney Bin Posts: 8,599	Re: Time to buy some luggage! Sorry for the hijack, but I took the 'support' comment and ran with it...... Not exaggerating either...... however, all things considered (back pain, trying to find clothes that FIT) I'd rather be a few sizes smaller there! Now, back to the luggage issue! I again recommend the Costco bag, or a hardside Samsonite. Scott's is the only way to go for kit bags. If you buy a cheap $40 Office Max special, you may end up traversing Europe with black electrical tape holding it together after 6 years! (Not that I've ever personally seen that done or anything..... ) __________________ PPL SEL 100-ish hours TT Former American Airlines F/A (12 months) Former Simmons/Eagle F/A (6 years) Former Eagle ground school instructor (1 year) Former Eagle IOE instructor (3 years)

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