what size suitcase holds 40 pounds?
Feb 18th, 2014, 11:42 AM
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Not you, anyegr ;-)
Dullsex always follows me around these forums saying insulting things. I'm not sure why but he's fascinated with me. He is the one that said "a simple answer for simple minds" and what I was referring to.
Dullsex always follows me around these forums saying insulting things. I'm not sure why but he's fascinated with me. He is the one that said "a simple answer for simple minds" and what I was referring to.
Feb 19th, 2014, 08:42 AM
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Stating the obvious, of course it matters what you pack in the suitcase how much it will weigh. Books weigh more than clothes. And if you use a packing system that removes air (vacuum cubes or large ziplocks) you can fit more in less space, resulting in a heavier bag.
But there IS a general guideline that would be helpful to this person asking a SIMPLE question.
19" carryon - under 20 lbs.
22-24" roller - packed typically, weights 20-27 lbs.
24"-26" roller - 25-40 lbs.
26"-28" roller - 35-50 lbs.
But there IS a general guideline that would be helpful to this person asking a SIMPLE question.
19" carryon - under 20 lbs.
22-24" roller - packed typically, weights 20-27 lbs.
24"-26" roller - 25-40 lbs.
26"-28" roller - 35-50 lbs.
Feb 19th, 2014, 02:16 PM
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You really do seem to believe that a 'simple question' is not only simple but that a simple answer must exist. Hilarious suze.
OK, let's treat the original question as indeed being simple.
"what size suitcase holds 40 pounds?"
The 'simple' answer is, any size suitcase into which you put 40 pounds. That is in fact the 'simple' answer suze, happy with it?
OK, let's treat the original question as indeed being simple.
"what size suitcase holds 40 pounds?"
The 'simple' answer is, any size suitcase into which you put 40 pounds. That is in fact the 'simple' answer suze, happy with it?
Feb 23rd, 2014, 01:24 PM
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Good advice above -- I am a chronic over-packer but can get my 21" Lucas bag to tip the scales at 29 lbs which will keep me for 2-3 wks for warm-cold climate (Switzerland). Buy a luggage scale, then go shopping for a 21-22" carryon; weigh it empty and then you get to pack the balance. Most new bags will tell you their weight. You should be able to get a great piece for much less than $100. I have an old Lark 26" Pushcart, but it weighs 17 lbs. empty -- too much!! Recently travelled w/ it for 2 wks with lots of moves and it tipped 50#-- crazy, didnt wear half, but then again it was alot cooler than we expected. When will I learn?!?!
Feb 24th, 2014, 06:42 AM
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LOL, a bag that weighs 17lbs. empty. Hilarious. Nothing tourists do surprises me anymore.
One point aliced. Do not assume that a suitcase with wheels is the best for everyone. Depending on HOW they will travel, a backpack or travelpack may be a better choice. Anything with wheels is primarily for city travellers who will not carry the bag at all.
I have visited Switzerland many times. Often I walk from village to village on hiking trails carrying everything with me. Picture a wheeled bag then.
One point aliced. Do not assume that a suitcase with wheels is the best for everyone. Depending on HOW they will travel, a backpack or travelpack may be a better choice. Anything with wheels is primarily for city travellers who will not carry the bag at all.
I have visited Switzerland many times. Often I walk from village to village on hiking trails carrying everything with me. Picture a wheeled bag then.
Feb 24th, 2014, 08:34 AM
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Nosy, If you are still around reading this post, the best answer is the one that says - put your things in a laundry basket and weigh them. You will be amazed at how much it takes to reach 40 lbs. We have traveled to Africa many times where the weight restrictions are quite strict -- 42 lbs. I always think, "how will this ever work?". However, it does.....and when we are back home I realize that even then I have usually overpacked.
A few bits of advice:
(1) if you are overweight, try packing lighter weight versions of the same clothes -- for instance, take out the jeans and substitute lightweight pants.
(2) pack in a duffel bag. They hold a lot and weigh very little - even the ones with wheels. We like the ones from LL Bean.
(3) wear your heaviest clothes -- such as hiking boots or sneakers. Pack the lighter things.
(4) keep in mind you don't need a different outfit for every day or every occassion -- multitask and make your clothes do double/triple duty
(5) you don't need full bottles of costmetics. Keep track of how much you actually use in a week (shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, etc.) and take only what you need. Weed out your make-up. Those small travel size items from the drug store are great for saving space and weight.
(6) get a hairstyle that doesn't require "appliances".
A few bits of advice:
(1) if you are overweight, try packing lighter weight versions of the same clothes -- for instance, take out the jeans and substitute lightweight pants.
(2) pack in a duffel bag. They hold a lot and weigh very little - even the ones with wheels. We like the ones from LL Bean.
(3) wear your heaviest clothes -- such as hiking boots or sneakers. Pack the lighter things.
(4) keep in mind you don't need a different outfit for every day or every occassion -- multitask and make your clothes do double/triple duty
(5) you don't need full bottles of costmetics. Keep track of how much you actually use in a week (shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, etc.) and take only what you need. Weed out your make-up. Those small travel size items from the drug store are great for saving space and weight.
(6) get a hairstyle that doesn't require "appliances".
Feb 24th, 2014, 08:46 AM
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Okay, just in case anyone else reads this on a Monday morning and isn't quite firing on all cylinders yet, TC means if your stuff and your bag is overweight, NOT if you yourself are overweight. I read that as if the person was overweight, whoops!
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Excellent advice! I often forget that some people will throw in their entire bottle of shampoo. I transfer hair products into little 3 oz containers a few weeks out and see how long it takes to empty the bottle so I know how many small bottles I need (most people don't need multiples so don't assume that you will).
One of my favorite finds is a set of travel bottles and jars at Walmart. The entire set is only about $8 but it has a dozen or so various sized jars that are extremely handy. You usually only need a tiny bit of moisturizer or cream makeups even for a few weeks away. The smallest jars in the set are about the size of a nickel and only half an inch or so tall, so they're teeny tiny but they're perfect for things that you only need a dab of every day.
Okay, just in case anyone else reads this on a Monday morning and isn't quite firing on all cylinders yet, TC means if your stuff and your bag is overweight, NOT if you yourself are overweight. I read that as if the person was overweight, whoops!
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Excellent advice! I often forget that some people will throw in their entire bottle of shampoo. I transfer hair products into little 3 oz containers a few weeks out and see how long it takes to empty the bottle so I know how many small bottles I need (most people don't need multiples so don't assume that you will).
One of my favorite finds is a set of travel bottles and jars at Walmart. The entire set is only about $8 but it has a dozen or so various sized jars that are extremely handy. You usually only need a tiny bit of moisturizer or cream makeups even for a few weeks away. The smallest jars in the set are about the size of a nickel and only half an inch or so tall, so they're teeny tiny but they're perfect for things that you only need a dab of every day.
Feb 24th, 2014, 06:25 PM
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Suze... I have hair long enough to sit on. It takes a bit more conditioner than normal for me. A 3oz bottle lasts about a week for me. Whatever size bottles people think they'll need, try them out at home for the length of the trip or the length of the bottle, whichever is shorter.
TC... I never think about contact lens cases for things like that. Good point!
A 3oz bottle lasts about a week for me. Whatever size bottles people think they'll need, try them out at home for the length of the trip or the length of the bottle, whichever is shorter. TC... I never think about contact lens cases for things like that. Good point!
Feb 25th, 2014, 08:56 AM
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Suze and IowaRed....I think this is the biggest misconception people make in overpacking -- how much do they really need. I have seen so many friends and family unload a giant bottle of shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, contact solution, moisture lotion, etc etc etc. They do it because they simply don't know how much it actually takes for the length of their trip. It is a ton of extra weight.
I can travel for weeks at a time with only a small make-up kit in my purse. I save and use all the give-aways and trial size items in my shades. They really are enough. I also don't travel with a lot of "what-ifs". I have one color of eye shadow, one lipstick in neutral shades to go with everything.
Other ideas:
- medications go in zip lock bags. You can pull the labels off the bottles and afix to the bags. Leave the bottles at home.
- take your good conditoner. Use whatever shampoo the hotel offers.
- don't pack a hair dryer. All hotels have them.
- put together a wardrobe of one color scheme. Mix and match everything for double duty and conserve on the shoes needed to match.
- learn to layer. Don't pack heavy sweaters and coats for colder climates. I use a silk undershirt, under a cotton tee, with a lightweight fleece or cashmere sweater under a rain jacket. Surprisingly warm with a scarf, hat and mittens. Add leggings under lightweight pants instead of packing jeans.
I can travel for weeks at a time with only a small make-up kit in my purse. I save and use all the give-aways and trial size items in my shades. They really are enough. I also don't travel with a lot of "what-ifs". I have one color of eye shadow, one lipstick in neutral shades to go with everything.
Other ideas:
- medications go in zip lock bags. You can pull the labels off the bottles and afix to the bags. Leave the bottles at home.
- take your good conditoner. Use whatever shampoo the hotel offers.
- don't pack a hair dryer. All hotels have them.
- put together a wardrobe of one color scheme. Mix and match everything for double duty and conserve on the shoes needed to match.
- learn to layer. Don't pack heavy sweaters and coats for colder climates. I use a silk undershirt, under a cotton tee, with a lightweight fleece or cashmere sweater under a rain jacket. Surprisingly warm with a scarf, hat and mittens. Add leggings under lightweight pants instead of packing jeans.
Feb 25th, 2014, 09:46 AM
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well while I don't need a hair dryer. I do like my own shampoo & conditioner -lol!
I'm not an die-hard "light packer" but I don't haul along a bunch of stuff I don't need, won't wear, will just bring home again. The only exception is a small home-made first-aid kit in a ziplock baggie. Hopefully the Neosporin, bandaids, Advil, immodium, etc. all come home unneeded/unused!
I'm not an die-hard "light packer" but I don't haul along a bunch of stuff I don't need, won't wear, will just bring home again. The only exception is a small home-made first-aid kit in a ziplock baggie. Hopefully the Neosporin, bandaids, Advil, immodium, etc. all come home unneeded/unused!
Feb 25th, 2014, 12:48 PM
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You know, you can actually buy shampoo, conditioner etc. where you are going. Really. I travel for months at a time and have no trouble restocking, plus I enjoy checking out what's available in other countries.
Feb 25th, 2014, 01:57 PM
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I've stayed too many places where the provided shampoo is combination shampoo and conditioner to try that. Ick! That would just give me insanely greasy hair if I combined that with my conditioner.
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Why buy a larger bottle of shampoo in a store there when I can just bring my own small bottles? That would make sense if I was traveling for more than a month but I don't have that much vacation time, so just figuring out how much I actually need ahead of time is fine.
As for conditioner... I'm persnickety. I've found what works for me and I haven't been able to find anything similar in most stores here where I can read the bottles. I usually can't speak/read the language of my destination so I would spend a long time trying to translate the bottles to attempt to get something similar.
I've stayed too many places where the provided shampoo is combination shampoo and conditioner to try that. Ick! That would just give me insanely greasy hair if I combined that with my conditioner.
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Why buy a larger bottle of shampoo in a store there when I can just bring my own small bottles? That would make sense if I was traveling for more than a month but I don't have that much vacation time, so just figuring out how much I actually need ahead of time is fine.
As for conditioner... I'm persnickety. I've found what works for me and I haven't been able to find anything similar in most stores here where I can read the bottles. I usually can't speak/read the language of my destination so I would spend a long time trying to translate the bottles to attempt to get something similar.
Feb 25th, 2014, 02:49 PM
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Read your own words, thursdaysd. YOU are lucky enough to travel for "months at a time". So purchasing full sized toiletries at your destinations along the way would make sense. Most of us have only a week or two vacation, so the advice doesn't really translate.
Read your own words, thursdaysd. YOU are lucky enough to travel for "months at a time". So purchasing full sized toiletries at your destinations along the way would make sense. Most of us have only a week or two vacation, so the advice doesn't really translate.
