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21.5
 
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Model Number: 552778
Located in: Travel & Auto, Luggage, Hard-Sided Suitcases
Hardside 21.5" carry-on is super tough, expands 25%. This ultra-light 21.5" carry-on provides high-impact protection and expands by 25% for added capacity. Roomy main compartment has plenty of packing space for a short business trip or a long weekend getaway. Sturdy dual-pole handle.
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Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
(based on 22 reviews)
91% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Lightweight (22), Attractive design (15), Roomy (10), Comfortable strap (5), Adequate capacity (5)
Best Uses:
Travel (20), Commuting (5)
Describe Yourself:
Practical (14), Stylish (9), Comfort-oriented (6), Career (5), Classic (3)
Primary use:
Personal (14), Business (8)
 
This litle suitcase absolutely rocks!
By RobertVerified Reviewer from Austin, Texas on 8/14/2008
Pros:
Adequate Capacity, Attractive Design, Curved Handle, Lightweight, Nice Wheels, Quality Construction, Secure Design, Well Organized Inside
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Casual
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I packed for a weekend in Las Vegas. This little case holds so much, and it expands too. The wheels are soft and grab the pavement and do not slide out from under the case. The arched handle helps in leverage while pulling. The form of the case allows for natural "bumpers" to aid in security and protection.

 
Best Roll-On Ever!
By RussVerified Reviewer from Ponce Inlet, FL on 8/8/2008
Pros:
Adequate Capacity, Attractive Design, Lightweight, Quality Construction, Well Organized Inside
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Casual, Eclectic
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a great piece of luggage. The bright yellow color is easy to spot on a carousel and it fits snugly into any overhead. The fact that it can me made to e-x-p-a-n-d is very convenient when you wind up heading home with more than you had coming out.

 
Great all-around small bag.
By Mich Girl from tlanta, GA on 7/30/2008
Pros:
Adequate Capacity, Attractive Design, Lightweight, Quality Construction, Secure Design, Well Organized Inside
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Excellent portability -- lightweight, rolls easily, can pick up from side or top. Easy to spot among the luggage at the airport. Good arrangement of inner pockets. Although it cracked badly when a savage baggage handler threw it onto a conveyor belt going into the cargo hold, it fell onto the tarmack, and was again slammed onto the conveyor belt, the contents were protected.

 
As big as it gets without checking,,,
By DataStarVerified Reviewer from New York, NY on 7/25/2008
Pros:
Adequate Capacity, Attachment strap, Lightweight, Substantial expansion zip
Cons:
Flimsy Construction, Pricey for the quality
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Shopper, Career, Classic
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Not the sturdiest feeling. But it holds a lot, and you can get a lot in when you open the expansion zipper. Good handle. Comes with strap to attach a briefcase or other piect of luggage to it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Long search is over!
By Hate baggage claimVerified Reviewer from Washington DC on 7/19/2008
Pros:
Adequate Capacity, Attractive Design, Lightweight, Quality Construction, Secure Design, Well Organized Inside
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Career
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Excellent luggage. Enough room for a Monday - Friday business trip and still fits in the overhead storage area!

Only suggestion to Brookstone would be to sell this product in the mall stores and not limit it to the Aiport locations (?) or on line.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I cam spot it ANYWHERE
By Craig from Springfield, IL on 5/4/2008
Pros:
2 locking Hand Heights, BRIGHT COLOR, Good Strap Length, High Quality, Lightweight, Stylish
Cons:
Zippers worry me
Best Uses:
Business, Commuting, Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Career, Comfort-Oriented, Practical, Unique
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My bag is Neon Lime Green and when it is checked I can see it easily. While others are complaining about bag mixups and lost luggage, a LIME GREEN hardcase sticks out like a bright light! At [$]it is hard to beat!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Handle and zipper are weak
By Road Warrior from Texas on 4/12/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Handle weak, Zipper breaks
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Career
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I loved the lightweight suitcase. The handle is very weak. When it broke, I got it replaced. The next bag's zipper broke, but I couldn't get a replacement for it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
LOVE IT!!!
By Lynja the NynJa from San Francisco, CA on 3/13/2008
Pros:
EXPANDABLE, Lightweight, Roomy, Stylish
Cons:
Difficult To Find Things Inside, Not Enough Pockets
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-Oriented, Efficient, Organized, Practical, Stylish
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

-GREAT FOR SHORT TRIPS
-NEEDS MORE POCKETS TO PUT THINGS
-LIGHT ENOUGH TO CARRY

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
cracks :(
By traveling twice per month on united from denver, co on 3/10/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Wears Out Easily
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Career, Practical
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I absolutely loved this bag...but after owing it for just a short period of time it has cracked on the front on both sides.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
I love this luggage!
By CatladyVerified Reviewer from Ocala, Florida on 3/8/2008
Pros:
Comfortable Strap, Good Strap Length, High Quality, Lightweight, Lots of Pockets, Stylish
Cons:
No cons for me
Best Uses:
Daily Use, Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-Oriented, Modern, Practical, Stylish
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love the look and weight of this luggage so much (I'm not very strong so the light weight is ideal for me) that I decided to see if there were other sizes. I found all sizes on the internet and purchased the additional ones. I'm a bit disappointed that I paid quite a bit more for the two I got at Brookstone because the same ones were available elsewhere for less but I'm not at all unhappy about the luggage!! And I especially love the "Taxi Yellow" color. So easy to spot! I use the smallest piece as a carrier for my 17" laptop and all the stuff I carry with it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
sleek and light
By world travelerVerified Reviewer from New York on 2/15/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight, Roomy
Cons:
Wears Out Easily
Best Uses:
Commuting, Traveling
Describe Yourself:
High-end shopper, Stylish, Trendy
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use the luggage as carry-on and its perfect for that. It fits in the overhead compartment. The interior space can fit enough clothing for a week. It's great for business travel. Some international airlines will force you to check it in even though it fits in the overhead. When checked-in, it can damage more easily. The first one I purchased got scraped along the sides when I had to check it in overseas. The airlines is replacing it. Otherwise, it's a really good buy, and makes traveling a lot more comfortable.

[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
ordinary luggage
By MelissaVerified Reviewer from Michigan on 1/14/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Commuting, Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It seems like ordinary lugage

 
I would buy this product again
By MWVerified Reviewer from Maryland on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight, Roomy
Best Uses:
Commuting
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I purchased the hard shell carryon for gifts and they were very well received. The design and look are great and the durability of the hard shell that is expand is wonderful for traveling.

 
Just what we needed
By GrammyVerified Reviewer from Nebraska on 1/5/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable Strap, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This product is great for quick visits to our grandchildren on long weekends. It is attractive and easy to spot. The expandable feature is the highlight for us.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Carry-on Luggage
By JudyVerified Reviewer from Brighton MI on 1/5/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable Strap, Lightweight, Roomy
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Teen using for travel.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good product good service
By DFVerified Reviewer from Delaware on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Good wheels and zipper, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Ordered for child going overseas. Roomy, easy to pull, attractive.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
My daughter is thrilled!
By DougVerified Reviewer from Seattle, WA on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight, Lots of Pockets, Roomy
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

A great looking piece of luggage for a one week trip.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
great bag
By dougVerified Reviewer from seattle on 12/20/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight, Roomy
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish, Trendy
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

very pleased

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Light enough for my mother
By Bev the travellerVerified Reviewer from Lexington, KY on 12/20/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Lightweight, Roomy
Cons:
Not Enough Pockets
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My 85-year-old mother borrowed mine and liked it so well, because it's lightweight and expandable, that I'm giving her one for Christmas.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Expandable Hardside Carry-on Luggage
By RickVerified Reviewer from Germantown, MD on 10/24/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Roomy
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This suitcase is much larger than it appears. I wish I had gotten the 19 inch

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
The saw mine, and now wants one !!
By Capn JackVerified Purchaser from Granger, IN on 10/19/2007
Pros:
Airline Size, Attractive Design, Comfortable Strap, Lightweight, Multiple Colors, Roomy, The Price
Best Uses:
Commuting, Long Weekend Tips, Short Business Trips
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, High-end shopper, Practical
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I like the different colors, easy to find at the airport, IF you have to check this bag...

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Perfect for travel.
By E. from Cincinnati, Ohio on 9/30/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable Strap, Lightweight, Lots of Pockets, Roomy
Best Uses:
Traveling
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish, Trendy
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This carry-on is the perfect size for a weekend getaway and has more room than it looks.

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