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1Confidence stretcher Think “Lucas” when you think streamlined expandability. 24/7 International introduces a lightweight expandable bag constructed of heavy gauge nylon for strength and durability. The Original Lucas Expandables features #10 zippers that allow you to zip and unzip with ease and confidence and encompasses a wide variety of styles to address all types of travel, including the 20” Expandable Spinner, pictured. MSRP $240. 2Capacity optimized for both leisure and business travelers Atlantic ® brand luggage, now part of the Travelpro ® family of brands, introduces the Optima ® Collection — versatile, elegant and ideal for business and leisure travelers alike. Flexible and lightweight, Optima luggage can be expanded 2-1/2 inches, then an additional 1-1/2 inches for 44% more capacity. The 2-bags-in-1 Dual Expansion System offers room for more — and more for the money. A durable honeycomb frame and highmileage wheels ensure bags are feather-light and effortlessly mobile. Eye-catching in plum and charcoal, the collection, with a retail range of $160-$420, includes totes, uprights, duffle and, pictured, the 22” Optima Carry-on. MSRP $340. 3Lightened up Eagle Creek has extended the “make it light” philosophy of its popular Hovercraft Uprights to its new Hovercraft 2 (HC2), a refined collection with moderate price point, engineered to shave weight and be more durable so customers can pack more easily — without going over baggage weight limits. The HC2 Hovercraft Wheeled Tote, pretty as a picture in Pacific Blue, is fully loaded with large U-shaped opening with two-way lockable zippers for easy access to interior, front zippered pocket with organization panel with fleece-lined electronics pockets and key fob and front zippered boarding pass pocket. An easy to maneuver, lightweight rolling companion, it has multiple carry options (removable shoulder strap, five-stage retractable handle and tote handle) and integrates with Eagle Creek’s Pack-It ® system. Made of 420d Double Diamond Helix and 1260d Helix ballistic, it is also available in black 4 and crush. MSRP $195. 4Heavy duty duffle Landor & Hawa’s Wheeled Duffle in 1680d ballistic weave nylon measures 30” x 15” x 14.5”, but its zippered expansion increases depth from 14.5” to a full 17”. It has a 7”-deep zippered drop bottom with zippered divider, heavy duty #10 zippers, top-zip U-shaped main compartment opening and two zippered end pockets. In black/ charcoal and rust/charcoal, the duffle, which stands upright when empty or full, offers deluxe locking mono handle and corner ball bearing wheels, plus exterior mesh hold-down for jackets. MSRP $80. 3 1 Travel Goods SHOWCASE November 2009 2 43
4 44 November 2009 Travel Goods SHOWCASE 1Thieves beware Pacsafe’s new VentureSafe 400 Anti-theft Travel Brief with eXomesh ® ensures that you’ll get your laptop, up to 13”, safely to your destination. This cleverly designed travel brief boasts a volume of 15 liters, plus a number of security features, including eXomesh® Slashguard panels, Slashproof strap, Snatchproof anchor clips and Tamperproof zippers/compartments. Anchor to a secure fixture with Pacsafe’s new “turn and lock” hook feature on the Snatchproof shoulder strap. Available in black or Tabasco, both with Greystone liner. MSRP $89.99. 2Elevate tips the airline scales in the traveler’s favor At 9.5-pounds, High Sierra’s Elevate EL102 28” Wheeled Upright rises above soaring baggage fees as one of the lightest bags on the market today. By incorporating the latest lightweight technology from the outdoor industry, the EL102 weighs less so the traveler can pack more. A built-in, high-density foam structure and custom components were designed to minimize weight while still providing outstanding function and durability. Made of Grid-Weave Duralite ® , Mini-Weave Duralite ® and Duraweave ® , the EL102 boasts a large main compartment that expands 2.5” for extra storage, an upper front pocket with a custom ID holder and a lower front pocket for magazines and small travel gear. Other features include: tow-strap for attaching an extra bag; recessed, telescoping aircraft aluminum handle system with locking mechanism; and inline skate-style wheels inset in protective corner-mounted housings. A kick plate between the wheel housings protects the bag from abrasion. MSRP $149.99. 3Classic beauty Updated for fall in a sumptuous chocolate color is the Lodis Audrey Milano Tote, a chic and timeless beauty in smooth grain leather with contrasting trim and interior. Refined and elegant, this top selling laptop bag is also a hard worker with roomy, zip closure interior with a padded laptop compartment and two side pockets, plus divided interior, interior zip closure compartment and 1 interior organizer panel with BlackBerry, cell phone, card and pen slots. Measuring 15.5" x 12.5" x 4.5", this sassy trendsetter is always available in traditional black, red, caramel and cranberry and accented with 2 seasonal colors. MSRP $275. 4The ultimate in travel bags knomo knocks one out of the park with its Brixton Luggage Lisbon Trolley Carry-On 22” (21.5 x 15.75 x 8.5”) with Suiter Collection. Sleek, smooth and constructed of waterresistant coated canvas with luxe leather trim, this perfectly proportioned bag fits all travel essentials and keeps them safe from would-be criminals with two lockable zip sliders. Zip pockets galore store everything neatly and external pockets handily hold travel documents. The lightweight, molded aluminum handle makes maneuvering easy and a soft padded grab handle finishes the Lisbon perfectly. Available in blue and dark brown. MSRP $299. 3
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