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Putting the latest crop of larger suitcases through their paces to help you prepare for your next long-haul trip

- By Marisa Cannon

On the Case – What’s new in the latest crop of suitcases for the long haul

?? ?? This new polycarbon­ate case weighs only 9.2 lbs and is larger than its “short trip”descriptio­n suggests. It is easy to handle when filled, requiring little effort to maneuver thanks to four wheels. It has two main compartmen­ts, with a large zip-up pocket containing a plastic hanger bracket for storing suits. The other section is open and covered with dark gray lining, with X-shaped tiedown straps. A third compartmen­t on the outside of the flap is useful for storing documents. A threestage telescopin­g handle offers good control. It also has an integrated TSA lock.VERDICT A solid, spacious case that is easy to handle. Best for trips lasting several days. DIMENSIONS 26 in x 17.5 in x 10 in VOLUME 2.15 cu. ft. WEIGHT 9.2 lbs. COLOR Deep blue, hot pink, mink, black WHEELS Four PRICE $565 tumi.com Tumi V3 Short Trip Packing Case
This new polycarbon­ate case weighs only 9.2 lbs and is larger than its “short trip”descriptio­n suggests. It is easy to handle when filled, requiring little effort to maneuver thanks to four wheels. It has two main compartmen­ts, with a large zip-up pocket containing a plastic hanger bracket for storing suits. The other section is open and covered with dark gray lining, with X-shaped tiedown straps. A third compartmen­t on the outside of the flap is useful for storing documents. A threestage telescopin­g handle offers good control. It also has an integrated TSA lock.VERDICT A solid, spacious case that is easy to handle. Best for trips lasting several days. DIMENSIONS 26 in x 17.5 in x 10 in VOLUME 2.15 cu. ft. WEIGHT 9.2 lbs. COLOR Deep blue, hot pink, mink, black WHEELS Four PRICE $565 tumi.com Tumi V3 Short Trip Packing Case
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