How Do You Know They Are Not Killers? — An Italy Trip Report
Jun 15th, 2011, 07:52 AM
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ellenem. Wonderful trip report. I see an old report of yours has popped up from 2009 and I'm going to read that as I eat my lunch today. Big treat for me!
May I ask, how did you like your Lipault luggage and shoulder bag? I'm looking for new lightweight carryons for an upcoming trip and these look great. I wondered how they fared in actual useage. Any problems getting them both on as carryons? None of the websites I found had any interior pictures of them. Were there any inner compartments or outer pockets?
I thought they might appear to be too large if you had the shoulder bag attached on the handle of the luggage. Was the luggage handle long enough and did it lock in position? A friend of mine got some "bargain" light luggage, the handle didn't lock and it was a real nuisance.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
CindyP.
May I ask, how did you like your Lipault luggage and shoulder bag? I'm looking for new lightweight carryons for an upcoming trip and these look great. I wondered how they fared in actual useage. Any problems getting them both on as carryons? None of the websites I found had any interior pictures of them. Were there any inner compartments or outer pockets?
I thought they might appear to be too large if you had the shoulder bag attached on the handle of the luggage. Was the luggage handle long enough and did it lock in position? A friend of mine got some "bargain" light luggage, the handle didn't lock and it was a real nuisance.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
CindyP.
Jun 15th, 2011, 08:40 AM
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I really liked my Lipault luggage.
The rolling bag is definitely light and slightly smaller from the outside than other 22-inch bags—those outside pockets and extenders take up a lot of room. It fit very easily into the airplane overhead compartment. The only odd aspect is that the bag is soft so if it's not packed very full, the top is not rigid and slumps a bit—not a problem for me.
The rolling bag has one zippered outside pocket on the lid that is the full size of the lid. The lid has no structure so it flops a bit depending on what you pack in it—again no problem for me. (All the structure is in the back/bottom.) Inside there is another zippered pocket in the lid, and one small zippered pocket along the side. Personally, I don't need loads of pockets. If I need to compartmentalize something, I use zipper plastic bags—cheap, lightweight, and no added bulk.
The 19-inch weekender was larger than I realized, but still small enough that no one questioned it as my personal item. The weekender had more pockets on the outside than I even knew what to do with, as well as some inside. Even with my purse inside the weekender, I had space left in the weekender and also in the rolling bag. To give you an idea, I had packed 1 pair shoes, 8 tops/cardigans, 3 slacks, undergarments for 7 days, 1 nightshirt, toiletries, sundries (travel alarm, travel pillow, presents for R, and so forth), and too many books. And of course on the flight I was wearing one more top, slacks, set of undergarments, and shoes, and a jacket. After the trip I decided I should have eliminated a top or two.
Just to make sure both bags made it on the airplane, I carried the shoulder bag on my shoulder and rolled the other behind me as I boarded. No problem. The rest of the time, I stacked them (the weekender has a strap that goes over the rolling bag extended handle), and it rolled well over flat sidewalks and cobblestones. The handle locks properly and the hardware seems strong. (I think I know the non-locking luggage your friend bought. I considered it but decided that handle was too annoying.)
I actually checked the rolling bag on my return trip since I was flying on a smaller airplane for one leg of the trip. It survived the trip with connections—Florence to Paris to New York—just fine. I purchased the luggage from eBags (they don't seem to have Lipault anymore), but went to a local store (where the luggage cost more) to check the luggage in person before making the purchase.
The rolling bag is definitely light and slightly smaller from the outside than other 22-inch bags—those outside pockets and extenders take up a lot of room. It fit very easily into the airplane overhead compartment. The only odd aspect is that the bag is soft so if it's not packed very full, the top is not rigid and slumps a bit—not a problem for me.
The rolling bag has one zippered outside pocket on the lid that is the full size of the lid. The lid has no structure so it flops a bit depending on what you pack in it—again no problem for me. (All the structure is in the back/bottom.) Inside there is another zippered pocket in the lid, and one small zippered pocket along the side. Personally, I don't need loads of pockets. If I need to compartmentalize something, I use zipper plastic bags—cheap, lightweight, and no added bulk.
The 19-inch weekender was larger than I realized, but still small enough that no one questioned it as my personal item. The weekender had more pockets on the outside than I even knew what to do with, as well as some inside. Even with my purse inside the weekender, I had space left in the weekender and also in the rolling bag. To give you an idea, I had packed 1 pair shoes, 8 tops/cardigans, 3 slacks, undergarments for 7 days, 1 nightshirt, toiletries, sundries (travel alarm, travel pillow, presents for R, and so forth), and too many books. And of course on the flight I was wearing one more top, slacks, set of undergarments, and shoes, and a jacket. After the trip I decided I should have eliminated a top or two.
Just to make sure both bags made it on the airplane, I carried the shoulder bag on my shoulder and rolled the other behind me as I boarded. No problem. The rest of the time, I stacked them (the weekender has a strap that goes over the rolling bag extended handle), and it rolled well over flat sidewalks and cobblestones. The handle locks properly and the hardware seems strong. (I think I know the non-locking luggage your friend bought. I considered it but decided that handle was too annoying.)
I actually checked the rolling bag on my return trip since I was flying on a smaller airplane for one leg of the trip. It survived the trip with connections—Florence to Paris to New York—just fine. I purchased the luggage from eBags (they don't seem to have Lipault anymore), but went to a local store (where the luggage cost more) to check the luggage in person before making the purchase.
Jun 15th, 2011, 10:08 AM
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The structure is all in the back/bottom, so I guess it is a lot like a rolling duffel except for the shape, which conforms to those carry-on cages by every airline gate. (I must admit that I've never really looked closely at a rolling duffel since their shape and size does not appeal to me, so I'm really guessing.)
When you place the Lipault flat and open the lid, all the structure is now on the bottom. There is a little flat stiffener that folds and snaps into place on the wheel side to give structure to the "bottom" of the bag when it is in the rolling position. When this flat stiffener is unsnapped, the bag can collapse as shown in most of the advertising photos.
When you place the Lipault flat and open the lid, all the structure is now on the bottom. There is a little flat stiffener that folds and snaps into place on the wheel side to give structure to the "bottom" of the bag when it is in the rolling position. When this flat stiffener is unsnapped, the bag can collapse as shown in most of the advertising photos.
Jun 15th, 2011, 10:21 AM
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Here is a pretty hysterical video that shows how Lipault luggage works. The bag shown is a 30-inch duffel, and the woman says she is packing for two weeks—yikes!—I packed one-third that amount this for three weeks. At the end, she shows the four-wheeled carry-on which should give you a good idea of the structure of the smaller bags. You will see the handle move and snap into place. I used a two-wheeled carry-on.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1PIzfgRsVs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1PIzfgRsVs
Jun 16th, 2011, 04:01 AM
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Ellenem.
Thanks for the prompt response. I don't have any problem with unstructured luggage. I've been using a Rick Steves convertible backpack type bag for years and that's completely flat when it's empty. The only reason I'm thinking of getting a new bag is that I think I'd really like some wheels. When I traveled last year I checked my RS bag and carried on a wheeled underseat bag. In the airports I was strapping my big bag onto my wheeled bag. It was a little awkward, since the majority of the weight was on top.
I am trying to convince my dh that we can go strictly carry on this trip. I'm a pretty good packer as far as clothes. It's the other "stuff" that sometimes seems to take up a lot of room. I have a book problem too.
That video is a hoot. I love the way she was just stuffing things into the bag. A couple of the friends I traveled with had bags almost that big and you should have heard them whining when they had to get them on and off buses and even walk them through the airports. Will people never learn?
I'm a fan of ebags too and hoping they might get some Lipault bags in stock, but I have found a couple other on line sources.
Thanks again. I think I've found my new luggage!
CindyP
Thanks for the prompt response. I don't have any problem with unstructured luggage. I've been using a Rick Steves convertible backpack type bag for years and that's completely flat when it's empty. The only reason I'm thinking of getting a new bag is that I think I'd really like some wheels. When I traveled last year I checked my RS bag and carried on a wheeled underseat bag. In the airports I was strapping my big bag onto my wheeled bag. It was a little awkward, since the majority of the weight was on top.
I am trying to convince my dh that we can go strictly carry on this trip. I'm a pretty good packer as far as clothes. It's the other "stuff" that sometimes seems to take up a lot of room. I have a book problem too.
That video is a hoot. I love the way she was just stuffing things into the bag. A couple of the friends I traveled with had bags almost that big and you should have heard them whining when they had to get them on and off buses and even walk them through the airports. Will people never learn?
I'm a fan of ebags too and hoping they might get some Lipault bags in stock, but I have found a couple other on line sources.
Thanks again. I think I've found my new luggage!
CindyP
Jun 16th, 2011, 04:49 AM
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CindyP,
I carried my luggage on my back for years and am now a complete convert to wheels.
Glad you enjoyed the video. I was wondering if the woman uses the smaller bag as a carry-on in combination with the 30-inch duffel.It seemed so crazy to me to take that size bag. I don't think I own that many "outfits." It reminded me of that group I mentioned in my trip report, struggling to find a place to put their giant luggage on a train.
I carried my luggage on my back for years and am now a complete convert to wheels.
Glad you enjoyed the video. I was wondering if the woman uses the smaller bag as a carry-on in combination with the 30-inch duffel.It seemed so crazy to me to take that size bag. I don't think I own that many "outfits." It reminded me of that group I mentioned in my trip report, struggling to find a place to put their giant luggage on a train.
Jul 25th, 2011, 01:36 PM
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I just stumbled onto this report. Having never read any of your previous reports (what have i been missing all these years!), it's been a wonderful art tour that you've taken us on and such beautiful pictures! Thanks so very much for sharing!
Good grief! All that woman has to do is to stuff her kitchen sink into her luggage - then she'll lack for nothing!
Good grief! All that woman has to do is to stuff her kitchen sink into her luggage - then she'll lack for nothing!
Jul 25th, 2011, 03:56 PM
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Hi, ellenem,
When I have the time I'll go back and look up your other TRs. They are so wonderfully written.
I just looked at the video again, too.
Can't stop laughing.
For a two week trip: TEN pairs of slacks, TEN sweaters, and only THREE pairs of shoes (why only three pairs of shoes? doesn't she want one pair of shoes per outfit to match?)
One can travel for months with only a 21-inch wheeler and a backpack. I once met a young woman who was travelling for two months throughout Europe and had a backpack no larger than the school backpack that the kids have. Just have to do laundry more frequently, that's all.
(Gotta stop laughing)
When I have the time I'll go back and look up your other TRs. They are so wonderfully written.
I just looked at the video again, too.
Can't stop laughing.
For a two week trip: TEN pairs of slacks, TEN sweaters, and only THREE pairs of shoes (why only three pairs of shoes? doesn't she want one pair of shoes per outfit to match?)
One can travel for months with only a 21-inch wheeler and a backpack. I once met a young woman who was travelling for two months throughout Europe and had a backpack no larger than the school backpack that the kids have. Just have to do laundry more frequently, that's all.
(Gotta stop laughing)
Dec 20th, 2011, 11:24 AM
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ellenem, We have chosen Hotel Al Ponte Mocenigo for our third trip to Venice this coming May (2012). Many thanks for all the useful information, including the restaurants where you dined as well as describing your meals.
