Looking for the perfect wheeled travel bag? A large wheeled travel bag is ideal because it provides maximum storage space while remaining lightweight. Additionally, you can choose to purchase a bag with shoulder straps, allowing you to carry it on your back as well. This makes it a multifunctional travel bag that comes in handy for any journey. But what should you consider when buying a wheeled travel bag? We’ll share tips and select 5 great bags to help you make the right choice for your travel adventures.
Decathlon wheeled travel bag: Kipsta Urban
Decathlon offers three wheeled travel bags of different sizes in its range. We’ll discuss the 65-liter wheeled travel bag, as it can also be worn as a backpack. This wheeled travel bag features 5 compartments: a large main compartment with a zipper and 2 small pockets, a shoe compartment on the side, and a separate compartment for wet items. The retractable handle and smooth-rolling wheels ensure easy transport, even with heavy loads. The bag also has sturdy handles on the top and side for easy carrying. Conveniently, this bag has a hard back panel and bottom anti-tip protection, allowing you to stand the bag upright stably, like a suitcase. If you’re looking for an affordable wheeled travel bag of good quality, then this bag is a good choice.
Decathlon wheeled travel bag specifications
Price: €74.99
Capacity: 65 liters
Dimensions: 71 x 46 x 23 cm
Weight: 3.5 kg
Shoulder straps: Yes
Telescopic handle: Yes
Water-resistant: Yes
Eastpak wheeled travel bag: Tranverz L
The Eastpak Tranverz L is the largest wheeled travel bag in Eastpak’s range. And it’s not just a practical, large wheeled travel bag; it’s also stylish. With a capacity of a whopping 121 liters, this travel bag offers plenty of space for all your luggage, whether you’re going on a long trip or just have a lot to carry. The wheeled travel bag is made of durable material and has a sturdy frame, making it resistant to the challenges of travel. Thanks to the smooth-rolling wheels and telescopic handle, maneuvering the bag is easy. We’ve been traveling with an Eastpak suitcase for years and are particularly satisfied with the wheels! The bag also has multiple pockets and compartments, including an internal zippered pocket and compression straps to keep your luggage organized and in place. You pack this bag like a suitcase; it has two lockable compartments. If you don’t have much storage space at home, this is a handy bag because you can store it very compactly. The zipper is lockable with a built-in TSA lock.
Eastpak wheeled travel bag specifications
Price: €155.99
Capacity: 121 liters
Dimensions: 79 x 40 x 33 cm
Weight: 3.6 kg
Shoulder straps: No
Telescopic handle: Yes
Water-resistant: Unclear
Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible
If you’re likely to often carry your wheeled suitcase on your back like a backpack, then the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible 85L might be the best choice. This wheeled suitcase features truly good, adjustable backpack straps and a comfortable hip belt. But if you use the suitcase as a regular one, the straps can be easily stowed away and won’t get in the way. It’s truly the best of both worlds! Furthermore, you can pack the suitcase like a regular one, and we recommend using packing cubes. The durable materials and water-resistant properties of the Expanse Convertible 85L ensure that your belongings remain safe and dry during your travels. Whether you prefer the convenience of wheels or the versatility of backpack straps, the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible 85L is the ideal travel companion for adventurous travelers seeking a reliable and practical wheeled suitcase.
Specifications Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible
Price: €289
Capacity: 85 liters
Dimensions: 73 x 40 x 28 cm
Weight: 3.4 kg
Backpack straps: Yes
Telescoping handle: Yes
Water-resistant: Yes
Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Wheeled Duffel Bag
Another excellent wheeled duffel bag from Eagle Creek is the Cargo Hauler duffel. This bag doesn’t have as advanced a carrying system as the Expanse Convertible, but with its 110-liter capacity, it’s much roomier and more affordable. Additionally, you can also carry this bag like a backpack since it comes with backpack straps. It’s also a lightweight wheeled suitcase, weighing only 1.9 kg! It all depends on what you’re looking for! This wheeled duffel bag features an extra water-resistant coating to prevent wear and tear. The bag includes a separate shoe compartment, so you don’t have to mix your dirty shoes with your clean clothes.
Specifications Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler Wheeled Duffel Bag
Price: €230
Capacity: 110 liters
Dimensions: 38 x 77 x 34 cm
Weight: 1.9 kg
Backpack straps: Yes
Telescoping handle: No
Water-resistant: Yes
TravelZ Foldable Wheeled Travel Bag
Lastly: are you mainly looking for an affordable wheeled travel bag, but it still needs to be large? And do you not care much about backpack straps? Then this simple, but inexpensive wheeled travel bag from TravelZ may not be suitable for intensive, long trips, but ideal to try out if such a bag is right for you. It is also very compact to store and is a lightweight travel bag: it weighs only 1.1 kg. To achieve this weight, a telescopic handle has been omitted. A front pocket, main compartment, and a shoulder strap are the handy features of this bag. It also comes with a convenient storage pouch.
Specifications TravelZ Foldable Wheeled Travel Bag
Price: €29.95
Capacity: 100 liters
Dimensions: 36 x 81 x 35 cm
Weight: 1.1 kg
Backpack straps: No
Telescopic handle: No
Water repellent: No
Tips for buying a good wheeled travel bag
Below are some tips on what to look for when buying a large wheeled travel bag. Consider especially what is important to you, as a bag is very personal!
Size: a small or large wheeled travel bag?
The size and capacity of a wheeled travel bag are important considerations to take into account when making your purchase. How large your bag needs to be will depend on how long and how often you will be traveling with it. For example, if you are looking for a bag for a long trip, a wheeled travel bag of 100 liters or even 120 liters may be suitable. These travel bags are spacious and offer enough room for clothing, shoes, toiletries, and other travel essentials.
Weight of the wheeled travel bag
Another important aspect is, of course, the weight of the wheeled travel bag itself. A lightweight bag can make the difference between comfortable travel and struggling with a heavy bag. Opt for a lightweight wheeled travel bag made of durable yet lightweight material, such as nylon or polyester.
With or without carrying straps?
The convenience of a wheeled travel bag, in our opinion, is that you can sometimes carry it on your back. For example, if you need to climb a staircase quickly or walk on the beach. The best wheeled travel bag, in our opinion, therefore has good carrying straps that are preferably easy to store. This way, you can choose during your trip whether to use the bag as a suitcase or as a backpack.
Water resistance
If you often travel to destinations with unpredictable weather, it is important to choose a wheeled travel bag that is waterproof. This way, your belongings stay dry and protected even in rainy conditions. Therefore, pay attention to the waterproofness of the material and the zippers when making your purchase. A wheeled travel bag with a waterproof lining and sealed zippers is ideal for keeping your belongings dry, even in the most challenging weather conditions
Quality of your wheeled travel bag
Of course, not unimportant, pay attention to the quality of the bag when making your purchase. With bags, the rule usually applies: cheap is expensive in the long run (unless you come across a good deal, of course). Good material, zippers, and carrying straps cost money. And with a wheeled travel bag, the quality of the wheels is especially important. Make sure the wheeled travel bag is equipped with smooth and sturdy wheels that can turn and maneuver easily. Wheels that are 360 degrees rotatable provide the most convenience!
