- Is polycarbonate better than ABS for a checked bag?
- Yes, generally. Polycarbonate flexes and springs back on impact, while ABS is stiffer and more prone to cracking at the corners. Polycarbonate costs more, but it lasts longer under airline handling.
- Will the 28-inch size fit airline checked-bag limits?
- A 28-inch case is a standard large checked size and fits most major airlines' checked limits, but a few carriers cap checked bags smaller. Measure the case including wheels and handle, and check your airline's limit before you fly.
- How does the expansion zipper work?
- A second zipper runs around the case; unzip it and the shell opens an extra inch or two of depth. It is meant for the return trip, and the bag is less rigid and slightly easier to tip when expanded.
- Does the TSA lock let security open the bag?
- Yes. The built-in combination lock is TSA-recognized, so agents can open it with a master key without cutting the zipper pulls. You set your own three-digit combination.
- What is in the box?
- The suitcase itself, with the TSA lock already fitted. The combination is usually set to 0-0-0 at the factory; change it before your first trip. Packing cubes and a dust bag are not included.
- Is the shell waterproof?
- The hard shell sheds rain and splashes, but the zipper line and the expansion gusset are not sealed. Contents stay dry in normal weather, not in a downpour or standing water.
- Where is the LuggeX Flo5 Polycarbonate Checked Luggage 28" - Purple cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $149.99, as of our latest check.