Travelpro Platinum Elite Large Check-In Expandable Spinner

The value answer to the Briggs & Riley. A rugged nylon shell and extra-sturdy construction stood out in long-term testing, and it weighs about 11.7 pounds empty, two pounds less than the Briggs. Wheels, zippers and handles carry a limited lifetime warranty. The airline clause is the part to act on. Travelpro's Trusted Companion Promise pays to repair damage caused by an airline or other carrier, shipping to its repair facility included, for as long as the original buyer owns the bag, and it activates when the bag is registered within 120 days of purchase. Register it on arrival; the cover does not pass to a second owner.