eagle creek ORV 30" 2-Wheel Trunk - Rugged Large Suitcase with Wheels and Handle, Multi-Point Grab Handles, Internal Organization & Wet/Dry Compartment, Natural Stone

This is my second Eagle Creek bag. I also have the 30" ORV in black which is still going strong after almost 20 years! Purchased this for the increased size, to accommodate more items since we are cruisers and wanted to keep the number of bags down. Really happy with the purchase and expect it to have a long life as well, going on 4 years in use. The bag is extremely durable and rugged and versatile. We use packing cubes which also helps to organize items. The lower outside compartment is a waterproof compartment, so if items are wet/damp they can be placed here to keep separate from the rest of your luggage. This compartment is very large. All zippers are durable and large, but I do find that they can be inadvertently be opened rather easily...ie. baggage handlers grab one mistakenly...the zipper opens. So, i advise securing the zippers on the main compartments. This is the Beige bag, and wish I would have stayed with black. It really shows dirt rather easily...we all know bags get roughly handled in transit (especially by the airlines) and it will show the grime in pretty quick order. Good news is because of the durable materiel, its pretty easily cleaned up. The only negative aspect of the bag is that it is very easy to overload, meaning airline weight limitations. Because the main compartment is so large, and if using packing cubes you can really load it up. It is really easy to exceed the 50-60 pound limit with this thing, so if weight is a concern...make sure you have a travel scale handy. Eagle Creek is a great brand and would definitely buy again.

Now, after three long fully loaded trips I can now write an appropriate review.Bag is very well constructed.Bag will stand up on its own which is unusual for a rolling duffel and really a plus.Pull out handle is strong and appropriate length when pulling along under load.Wheels appear to be adequately strong and well protected.PACKINGStand it up and pack from the bottom up.Laying it on its back and packing like a normal suitcase is not the best way to go as everything will shift even if using the included tie down netting inside.Zippers are very strong and the protective material that rolls over then is a extra nice touch - BUT it also makes zipping around the corners a bit difficult so take your time and it will work.The compression straps and buckles are nice and yes, they do work.Last 2 trips I had a little over 65 pounds of clothing and had no trouble handling the unit.Delta on the other hand not so much.I just love it when I collect my bag and there are three HEAVY warning stickers stuck all over it.Built in carry / lifting handles are extremely nice and well placed so they are useful and sturdy and work.I have not yet had the experience of testing waterproofing so I cannot comment on that aspect.Bag collapses down to a reasonable foot print for storage. I actually place other smaller bags into it for closet storage.Basically, this is the best most well thought out rolling duffel I have ever used and I have several including USMC issued rolling duffels which are a real pain to drag around.The ergonomics are what makes this nice.

I used this only one time round trip but I love it. I love I don’t have to stuff my shoes in plastic bags no more, there’s a dedicated pocket for them. I can fit some of my camera equipment in here so it’s just the right length for some light stands and a mono pole light stand. There’s a nice top pocket for toiletries and bathroom essentials. The net is nice to squash down clothes if I’m going somewhere for an extended period of time an need more space. The sides don’t fall down on you while your packing which is a huge plus. I had this thing packed to the max and it still STOOD UP!! While I was pulling it through the airport and on asphalt it never got squirrelly and tipped over on me. The pulling handle is just the right length. I’m about 5’9”. There is grip handles all over this thing so throwing it in a truck was simple.Wheels are nice, smooth and quiet.I will say the zippers scared me a little only because of past reviews. I also got some nice TSA locks for it and every pocket has a TSA locking system on the zippers so you can lock all compartment.Also once you’re done packing there’s 2 cinch down straps that compact your bag even more that’s super handy so it’s even more compact when you’re finished packing.5 stars so far.It also looks like the airlines threw it around quite a bit even with fragile stickers all over it. An no tears or rips.

Solid bag, worth the money. I traveled across the US with weekly airline flights, and this bag held up. Got some bruises from the baggage handlers, but still works perfectly. Solid construction on the zippers as well.

The best luggage I've ever had. I had the 36" and it's a little too big for me. I work as a Pipeline Surveyor and I'm gone for a month or so at a time working. This luggage is the perfect size for my boots, work gear and personal gear. I carry this and one small bag with me and it's a perfect combination. Yes, it's not cheap but it's also built to last for someone that travels a lot. I'm flying atleast twice a month and it's held up for the nine months I've had it so far.

This bag was highly rated and I agree that it is very well made. Lots of pockets, strong straps, buckles, and zippers. The only disappointment for me was the relatively small size; only 97 liters of storage. It's great for short trips but with long trips I need more room. My 30" Delsey has 118 liters of space so I usually take that bag even though I would prefer to take a duffle.