Macpac: How to pick your travel luggage
Don’t worry, we’re here to make the choice easy (well, easier). Whether you’re gearing up for a local roadie or heading overseas to scale the Swiss Alps, we have luggage for all adventures.
Right, hopefully you have figured out where you’re heading and now you’re onto the fun part – buying luggage. Here are some things to consider when selecting your travel partner.
How you will be carrying (lugging) it
If your luggage’s journey is from the airport, to a car, to hotel; then wheeled luggage is ideal and will likely be the easiest solution. If your travel includes a high risk of stairs, cobblestones or public transport, trust us when we say you’ll want something you can carry on your back. If your travel is mainly back-of-car based then that’s where the versatility of a duffel comes in. You can also think about whether you want the smooth ease of grab handles, shoulder straps, two wheels or four wheels.
Versatility
Speaking of versatility, what do you need your luggage to do for you? Will your luggage remain at your accommodation, or do you require it to travel as hard as you do? Think about your daily adventures and what might be required. Does it need to pack down - like the regular duffels? Does it need to be small enough to be used as your daily – like our Quest Duffel?
Size
This is an easy one. A) If it’s not wheeled and it’s full, can you comfortably carry it? B) If you do some shopping while you travel, will you have enough space to take it back?
Security & Durability
It’s important to think about luggage security both in and out of the airport. Maybe you require lockable zips, one entry point, or tough outer fabric.
Quest Wheeled (hitting stores in October)
A four-wheeled travel suitcase with a 90L capacity. Part of our Quest range, this bag is made with a tough, durable fabric fit to protect your belongings. Best for: Longer or gear-heavy urban journeys
- Lockable zips
- Personal details/address pocket with tag
- Four wheeled frame
- Two main zipped storage compartments
Wheeled Duffel
An easy-to-navigate duffel on wheels. Built to deal with the rigours of travel with ease. Best for: anything. The kind of travel where carrying, wheeling, and hauling your luggage are all possible.
- Lockable zips
- Two wheeled frame
- One main zipped storage compartment
- Detachable shoulder straps
Global Wheeled
Wheeled luggage built for minimal weight and maximum durability. Practical and functional, with a solid set of wheels and internal organisation. Best for: Long haul travel that requires something versatile
- Lockable zips
- Personal details/address pocket with tag
- Two wheeled frame
- One main zipped storage compartment with an external zip pocket
- Zip away shoulder straps
Expedition Duffel
This duffel is your new expedition companion with a 70L capacity and TPU-coated fabric for durability. Best for: Well, as the name says; base camps & expeditions.
- One main zipped storage compartment with a mesh interior lid pocket
- Grab handles at each end
- Adjustable carry straps can be used for one shoulder or backpack carry
- Packs into its own front pocket
Quest Duffel
The perfect duffel for keeping gear organised while travelling. Its unique design opens flat like a suitcase so you can easily access gear across the two compartments. Best for: Urban travel that requires on-the-go organisation
- Clamshell style opening
- Grab handles at each end
- Adjustable carry straps can be used for one shoulder or backpack carry
- Packs into its own front pocket
Duffel
A large duffel built to carry the essentials with ease. Best for: domestic travel, overseas adventures, and everyday life.
- Lockable main zip
- One main zipped storage compartment
- Detachable shoulder strap
Packing Cells
Coming in a range of colours and sizes makes organising your luggage a breeze. Mesh on the lid makes it easy to find what you're looking for and the full-perimeter clamshell lid makes it easy to sort everything.
Double or Nothing Wash Bag
Toiletries, tools, pencils – you name it. The oversized design features two zipped pockets. One has an internal zipped pocket for small essentials and the other has an internal mesh pocket for larger items. Handles at either end can be hung — or grabbed — in an instant.
Quest Tech Pouch
A versatile tech pouch with a clever design that allows it to sit upright. Perfect for storing cables and tech accessories, ensuring they’re not only secure but also easily accessible.
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