Travelpro Platinum Elite Hardside Expandable Checked Suitcase, 8 Wheel Spinner, TSA Lock, Hard Shell Polycarbonate Suitcase, Shadow Black, Checked Large 77x46x35 cm

Much lighter than a 28" hardside suitcase should be, and it rolls *so* well. Easily the best wheels on any luggage I've used yet, including other Travelpro. That 28" holds a lot, but takes some getting used to packing this way. There's an expansion zipper which is half closed in my photo. This is my first hard-sided suitcase, and I was a little worried (old horror stories of suitcases breaking)- I even carried straps for emergency repair. But I shouldn't have been. After 2 very long haul flights, 2 long haul flights, two commuter train rides, two amtrak rides, and a mix of cars, taxis, airports, and train stations between them? All with extreme weather changes? There was only one small scratch on one of the corner metal reinforcements. Literally not another scratch anywhere on the thing. I was shocked. The size? Massive. This is what you use for a 2 week trip, or if if you're doing multiple climates, or planning to bring back stuff. I nicknamed it "Big Blue". It does lend itself to overpacking, but also packing this thing is different than a normal top-loading. It opens in the middle, with a zippered compartment on each side. Unlike a softside, there's no give to the outside walls, so things fit differently. If you overfill, you won't be able to close the suitcase (although the expansion gives you an 1-2 inches of "oopsie" space). You can also use that middle/expansion space to stash a few items for easy access (or airport purchases), since getting to the main compartments during transit requires a spot big enough to lay out your enormous suitcase and open it like a clam. Trust me, you want to avoid doing that. Another concern: This things rolls and balances so well you might forget how heavy it really is. Put another bag on the handle, and that might be 60-80lbs (or more, if you're allowed excess weight). Be super careful jumping this over curbs or otherwise manhandling it- that's how hernias happen. Other thoughts: Even with the expansion zipper closed, it's too large to take on most escalators- you'll be going the elevator route. It won't fit between the facing seats on the New York LIRR if the expansion is full. It needs the bottom space on the Amtrak luggage rack. This is the largest suitcase I've ever owned, and it only comes out for specific kinds of trips. And it DOES prompt strangers to ask about your trip because you look like you might be moving abroad. But for those specific trips, it's perfect.

A truly remarkable piece of luggage that lives up to its reputation.

I bought this suitcase for a three week trip in Portugal. It was light and easy to roll. I steered it through airport corridors and along bumpy cobblestone sidewalks. Yes, the surface of the suitcase does scratch . But who cares? It’s a suitcase! During the trip, my partner’s suitcase failed (the handle broke). She liked my suitcase so well that she bought herself one for our next adventure.

Update 07/28/25 The customer service has gotten worse. The warranty covers shipping the entire case back and forth for repairs, but will not cover the "shipping" for a replacement wheel. Same wheel bearing as before on this expensive luggage. The "shipping" cost for a wheel replacement is $25....buyer beware. Original review 2 stars: Fly every couple weeks for work and 9 months of ownership a wheel had bearings start coming out. The phone number listed is not staffed. Emailed support and replacement wheel is on a 2 month back order. I understand an uncommon part, but really to be back ordered on wheels for a bag of this price range is poor service.

Poignée ajustable à plusieurs hauteur, roulement sur 8 roues qui maintien bien la valise en ligne droite et une belle finition durable.