Pockets and spacers
Some suitcases have pockets or compartments to separate items. An empty suitcase may seem like it can hold more stuff, but interior partitions take up almost no space and can help you organize your luggage. The number and design of the compartments and pockets of different suitcases are also different, and you can choose according to your own needs.
Soft-shell luggage often has external pockets to store items that are frequently used. Some exterior pockets are prone to rainwater, so don’t put anything in them that could be damaged by water. You can also check out our waterproof ratings in our review report.
Some luggage has a computer protective layer, you do not need to carry another computer bag; The suitcase with suit separation saves you the trouble of bringing another suit bag, which is very suitable for business travelers.
It should be noted that the protruding outer pockets and layers are also part of the overall size, that is, the parts of the pockets that are not covered are wasted.
Padlock/snap lock
Some suitcases come with padlocks, the quality is good or bad, you can change to a better one. If you travel to the United States, use TSA-certified locks that can be opened with a master key at U.S. airport security, preventing your padlock from being picked open for inspection.
Wheel
Luggage comes in two and four wheels.
The wheels of the two-wheeled suitcase are like the wheels of inline skates, which can only roll forward and backward, but cannot rotate, and the suitcase slides behind you when pulled.
Advantages: The wheels are hidden and not easily broken in transit;
In the city, two wheels are easier to maneuver on kerbs and uneven sidewalks
Disadvantages: The pulling Angle may cause shoulder, wrist and back discomfort;
Due to the distance between the person and the suitcase, it is inconvenient to pull in a crowded space
Hidden wheels take up space inside.
Four-wheeled suitcases can generally be rotated 360 degrees, and can be pushed or pulled to walk. Two wheels are sufficient in most cases, but four-wheeled suitcases are easier to push and can be used even if one wheel is broken.
Advantages: Easy access to crowded Spaces
Large and heavy luggage makes four-wheel handling easier
No strain on the shoulder
Disadvantages: the wheels are protruded, easy to break in transportation, but also take up more space
If the ground has a slope, it is more difficult to keep steady
Post time: Jun-12-2023