Features

Cabin Luggage. Soft sided. 2 wheels. Padlock. Towing handle with 2 height options. 1 outside pocket. 2 inside pockets. Empty weight: 2.1kg. Dimensions: 51x36x20cm. Colours available: Grey.

Comments

Easy to pack and the lightest tested. Wheels are recessed for protection and the handle has a choice of two heights so is suitable for different sized users. The handle consists of a single telescopic pole which allows more space on the inside but the walking stick style handle is harder to grip than a loop style design.

Stockist: 0161 762 5000 www.antler.co.uk

GHI Test Report - Jun 08

Features

Cabin Luggage. Soft sided. 2 wheels. TSA approved combination lock. Towing handle with two height options. 1 outside pocket. 4 inside pockets including a waterproof pocket. Expanding front pocket. Empty weight: 3.2kg. Dimensions: 49x32x25cm. Colours available: black, chocolate, wine.

Comments

The inside pockets and divider on each side to keep small items secure. Waterproof pocket inside is useful for damp swimwear or toiletries. The handle has a choice of two heights so is suitable for different sized users. Easy to manoeuvre, even up and down kerbs.

Stockist: 01707 871 630 www.carltontravelgoods.com

GHI Test Report - Jun 08

Features

Soft sided. 2 wheels. Towing handle with 1 height option. 1 outside pocket. 2 inside pockets. Empty weight: 3.5kg. Dimensions:64x37x31cm. Colours available: Red

Comments

The top of the case twisted during the drop tests but sprung back into shape. Two zipped compartments in the lid can be opened to form one large one. Straps could be better at holding clothes secure.

Stockist: 08456 049 049 www.johnlewis.com

GHI Test Report - Jun 08

Features

Soft sided. 2 wheels. Towing handle with 1 height option. 2 inside pockets. Expandable front panel. Shoe bag. Empty weight: 3.8kg. Dimensions: 74x48x26-29cm. Colours available: Rose, PewterAlso available in 46cm and 64cm size.

Comments

Suitable for a two week holiday and one of the lightest large cases tested. Useful plastic pocket for last minute wet items. Shrugged off water easily with no leakage inside. It has a useful handle on the base so it can be more easily lifted. Its only downside was the straps inside which are attached at the base of the case so clothes tend to get scrunched up at the edges.

Stockist: 0845 345 6085 www.trippluggage.com

GHI Test Report - Jun 08

Features

Soft sided. 2 wheels. Padlock. Towing handle with 1 height option. 3 outside pockets. 2 inside pockets. Handle zips away. Empty weight: 3.6kg. Dimensions: 64x38.5x27cm. Colours available: Stone

Comments

Useful handle on the base for lifting when on its side. Remained dry inside after water test. Starting to show denting after drop tested. If full of clothes, the straps which are attached to the case at the bottom tend to crush the sides of the packed items.

Stockist: 0161 762 5000 www.antler.co.uk

GHI Test Report - Jun 08