Choosing a suitcase for travel is a question every traveler faces. Fabric or plastic? Both have their pros and cons, but one of them often suffers from rough handling at the airport.
Soft or hard: which is better?
Suitcases with a hard case (“shells”) better protect things from moisture and shocks. However, cheap plastic can crack after the first flight, especially if the suitcase is not completely filled. In such cases, the voids inside may deform under the weight of other bags.
Pravda.Ru writes that the opinions of travelers on forums are divided. Some praise hard suitcases for their reliability, while others complain about their fragility.
One traveler writes: "After five fabric suitcases, I switched to a hard suitcase and have not regretted it. It is expensive, but reliable.
Another shares the opposite experience: “The hard suitcase broke after the first flight, but the textile suitcase, although cheap, has served me for five years”.
What breaks most often?
Wheels are the main problem of any suitcase. Especially if they protrude a lot from the case. The more of them, the higher the risk of breakage. It is better to choose models with two recessed wheels.
Also pay attention to:
The quality of the handles: they should not dangle when moving.
Strong seams and locks.
A minimum number of decorative elements that can be caught on.
How to reduce the risk of theft?
Choose a simple suitcase that won't attract attention. "Don't take shiny luggage that screams: “I'm expensive and I have valuables inside,” advises experienced travelers. Such a suitcase will not attract attention neither at the issuing tape, nor at the transfer.
What to choose?
A plastic suitcase is suitable if you are traveling alone and carrying fragile items.
A soft suitcase is better if you don't want to be upset by cracks and dents.
If you want to avoid theft, choose a brutal and unassuming suitcase.
A suitcase with two recessed wheels is the best compromise between convenience and durability.
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