CotopaxiAllpa 38L Roller Bag Blue Spruce

Took this bag to Colombia. Went through 6 airports and 6 uber rides. Got home after traveling for 2 weeks straight and still good as new. The front cover scratched up after but not a concern because its just normal wear from being thrown around. It was pouring rain when i was leaving and threw the bag in the car. When i got to the airport i just dropped the bag off and never checked it. When i got home after my trip, everything was still dry. So far so good

Great carryon. Things can be nearly organized inside. I love the various compartments. The front looks old and worn based on the material but that’s not a big issue.Zippers work well.It’s a hardy bag.I still prefer 4 wheelers.

This bag is very nice and feels very solid and well built, and has a very classy yet rugged feel to it. The zippers all move easily and smoothly, and the telescoping handle extends and retracts very smoothly without binding as well. The wheels also roll easily and smoothly and seem to be very high quality. The tag that comes with it talks about packing for a weekend, and this is about the right size for that. I used it the first time for a longer trip, and I had it overpacked a bit but it held up well. The second time I also packed about seven days worth of clothes and it did well. This is the right size for European travel if you go by air because their carry-on restrictions a a little bit tighter, only allowing slightly smaller bags in the cabin, and this fits that bill nicely. The rubber outer shell sheds water nicely, and while I wouldn't want to submerge this thing, I don't think you would have to worry about anything getting wet in here if it was outside in a downpour. The clamshell design lets you pack things in both sides and that worked well for me, putting clothes in one side and a pair of shoes and other items in the other side. There is a pocket that is accessible from the outside at the top, and the does take away part of the inside space on that half, but it still leaves plenty of room packing. I don't think I would want to check this bag with the airlines as they can sometimes be tough on bags, and while the outer shell seems pretty durable, I wouldn't want to chance it as it seems like you could puncture it with a sharp object. But, I think this is meant to be carry-on sized anyhow, so this really is a nice bag. Well sized to be easy to carry yet be able to fit a few days worth of clothes in. The price point is a bit high, but the quality seems to be there to support that price. I'm very happy with this bag after a couple of uses.

I'm a big fan of two-wheeled bags versus four-wheeled spinners. The four-wheel are great for perfectly flat surfaces, but get them on anything else and it's a nightmare. Well-made two-wheeled bags can tackle cobblestones and divots with ease. This wheels of this Cotopaxi bag are fantastic. They can charge through airports, while also marching through cities.One of the most important things two consider with a two-wheeled bag is the handle. I have an Osprey bag that has a single, telescoping handle. It's a fantastic bag and was my go-to before I got this Cotopaxi. However, the single-bar handle doesn't hang onto a bag or backpack that you might want to set on top. Cotopaxi solved this with the double rail.In addition, to the wheels and main handle, the bag has plenty of places where you can grab and lift. So important as a carry on! I'm also a huge fan of the combo hardside/softside luggage, which allows me to compress the bag down for very short trips and expand it for longer ones. The clamshell design with two compartments is great for those of us who are packing cube aficionados--instead of all kinds of zippers and compartments, I use my cubes in the large compartment and save the small one for my jacket and a sweater or two. Absolute perfection! Very highly recommended if you're a traveller that wants a bag that will last!

The media could not be loaded. I am now discovering the Cotopaxi brand. So join me ! :) I would like to address 2 main concerns I had based on the fact that it only has 2 wheels versus 4. I was worried about 2 if will it be able to stand by itself and be stable and it be easy to move around in the airport, For example when I have to change the flights and I need to run. I have learnt on the company’s website that the reason for 2 wheels the bags are designed to pull behind you versus 4 wheelers that are designed to push in front of you. Additionally, the bags are equipped with bigger and extra strong 2 wheels that expected to last longer. I tested the manoeuvrability and I’m really pleased with it. Also the bag seems to be very stable standing up so you don’t have to always hold it and keep from falling over. It is also easy to pull behind me. I will come back and re-confirm it after several weeks as I am going on the trip and will be able to test the back in the flight and airport setting. For now, I am satisfied with both standing in placed ability and ability to move it behind me when I have to walk fast.One of my favorite features of the bag is that it is on the lighter side, 7LB, it becomes very potent when I park carry-on only, which is 80% of my trips.The bag is very thoughtfully designed with multiple pockets and compartments. The soft outer shell of the bag allows to pack quite a lot, but the hard back shell keeps certain items protected, so this is very interesting design that has both hard and soft shell features in one bag.As I will be traveling to Iceland soon, I am very appreciative of the water proof cover of the bag.Overall, it is a very well designed bag, it is a strong contender to become my main travel bag, I need several trips to make a final decision on that.Highest rating is an easy decision for this bag for very high-quality and great design. It is premium priced, I feel it is a personal decision how much one would like to invest in a bag.