The ranges below are at the sweet-spot, with some real bargains among the best-known ranges. #1 – Spark SNG and Spark SNG Eco Soft-Shell Spinners Unless you simply must have the latest designs, you can get amazing Samsonite luggage at a fraction of the retail price.

While you don't get the same capacity as a 2-wheel suitcase, 4-wheel cases are increasingly popular. As far as weight goes, all of them are super-lightweight but the Cosmolite range has about a 10% weight reduction compared to the Firelite series. Tough Flux spinners from Samsonite will last for years and years – and at a decent price point too.The Firelite has a simple design with large horizontal and curved ribs slowly making their way up the side of the case. When it comes to the budget models, your best bet is to explore the S’Cure range. This is a play on the word ‘Secure.’ When you see them, you immediately see why. Compared to the newer super-light cases, these are sturdier, heavier, and tougher. Samsonite keep the style and give you a huge choice of colours and styles. They are more defined and deep than on the firelite and perhaps give the suitcase a little more feminine flair (but maybe it is just me?). I’m a big fan of Samsonite and have been using a mix of their super-light spinners for my personal travel. Paradiver duffel cases have four spinner wheels – and are the best of both worlds when it comes to the latest suitcase designs.

That is the overview – the next three sections look at the best value ranges for super-light, hard and soft-shell cases. Best Samsonite Luggage: The Super-Light Cases You get plenty of colour options. They range from the standard dark shades to stunning combinations like Petrol Blue and Sand. Here are the main options for anyone looking for a bargain Samsonite hard-shell case. #1 – Samsonite S’Cure (Biggest Budget Range with Discounts) Duffel cases are popular. They combine holdall bags with wheels and telescopic handles. They can be wheeled along – or carried like a regular duffel. Different shapes and sizes range from smart enough to be a business bag to something that looks more like a hiking bag. Here are the designs:There are some manufacturers who offer guarantees that include damage caused by airlines, for example Briggs & Riley and certain products by Victorinox. InvalidParameterValue|The value [B00VFQS6WM, "B07PJVB3QN", B01D1HKCBA, B00J9YQEZS, B007WQJSGM, B07DM66FD8, B06XYZBP9B, B07ZC434ZP, B08JQMTZF6, B07BV5J565] provided in the request for ItemIds is invalid. In their early days they were more famous for the robust wooden trunks, that watchers of the "Antique Roadshow," may be more familiar with. However it wasn't until 1974 that they produced their first suitcase on wheels. The clamshell design that both of these models have is quite common in suitcases today, and for a very good reason.

Both have a 20 inch and 28 inch model. The Firelite then has the 30 inch as the largest, while the Cosmolite has a 32 inch. Suitcase Weight Jesse Shwayder founded Samsonite® in 1910 in Denver. They have clearly been around for some time, over 100 years, and are known for making high quality luggage. It is a very modern-looking case that will certainly stand out from most of those tired and worn-looking softcases you see on the luggage carousel. Of course, the super-light cases covered in the section above are also hard-shell. You find this out the first time you put pressure on them. There are two retracting handles (top and side) as well as the usual telescopic handle we all know and love.

1. Where Is The Key?

Samsonite are famous for their hard-wearing materials, which are easy to wipe clean. What many people don’t know is that they use recycled plastics. Look out for cases made of Recyclex, or even old plastic bottles. I’m certain you will agree that recycling and style go hand-in-hand with these soft-shell cases. Five years later they made their first suitcase with a wide pull handle, and a year later they made a rigid, lightweight shell structure. Which? have written a good article on luggage that has been damage by airlines: https://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/advice/the-airline-has-lost-or-damaged-my-bag-what-can-i-do There are two bright and cheerful suitcases in this range. For the more daring traveller, Capri Blue and Ruby Red certainly have that wow factor. This is the 69cm Medium Suitcase. Also available in this collection are 55cm Cabin Case, 75cm Large and 81cm Extra Large.