Ok so I just got a new suitcase suitcase And if you're watching this video and wondering
whether you need a new suitcase as well Have a quick look at this
Yep, so, you don't want that happening to your suitcase
Alright so this is the Floyd cabin suitcase in Vegas Green
And if you think about it
They're are really only 3 things that make a great suitcase
So, this is an easy thing to start on, because its a pretty obvious one
If you don't want you're suitcase broken into, then you really need to ditch
the zip and get a proper latch lock And ideally a TSA approved one like
the one here with a combination lock But you also want a watertight seal
On the Floyd, the silicone seal that runs all the way around the suitcase feels really well made
And just because I know a lot of people will ask,
yes it still works well when you ram the suitcase full of stuff
One thing to note with this lock.. is that the dials themselves
are actually quite hard to rotate There's not much grip available there
But that's probably to stop them accidentally rotating when knocking the suitcase around
Regardless, what you're getting is a very secure lock
And that's exactly what you need
So let's talk about versatility next Starting off with the size,
this is the cabin or carry-on model And it will fit most standard airlines
At 4.4kg it's not the lightest suitcase in the world
But it's definitely not heavy either The shell is made from 100% polycarbonate
And the frame is aluminium
But without a doubt the most fun and unique
thing about these cases is the retro inspired skateboard wheels
I think it goes without saying but obviously having 8 wheels that spin in any direction
mean that this is an absolute joy to use And I've tested these on multiple surfaces,
including carpet and they work really well Which will make hauling your luggage
around an airport super easy But the best thing by far about these
wheels is that you can swap them out with new ones Wheels are usually one of the first things to
wear through on suitcases so being able to replace them is a huge bonus
And this will definitely extend the life of your suitcase
And given the array of colour options for the Floyd in the first place
It's great to see this extended through to the wheels as well
Vibrant colours definitely sets this brand apart
And I think you’re making a wise decision no matter which colour you choose
In addition to the wheels the case also features 4 feet, so you can rest it on its size
And there's handles on the top and on the side for easy carrying
Which feel strong, and comfortable too
The main aluminium handle for rolling the case, can be locked in different height positions
Which is a must for me And whilst the handle is well made,
When fully extended it does wiggle a little as most handles do,
but certainly nothing that affects the functionality
And then there's the interior
The bright orange lining is made from recycled fabric
Which covers 2 main compartments, on each side of the case
There's also 3 internal zipper pockets for keeping things separate
And whilst the right hand side is limited a little by the telescopic handle
Floyd have kept things simple, which means more room for all your stuff
And finally lets talk about durability Now obviously like any suitcase its
inevitably going to get scratched or scuffed the more it's used
Which personally, I think gives more character like a leather patina
But having a hard-shell suitcase like this with a polycarbonate shell..
means you've got that added piece of mind, that whatever you put inside, will be protected
It's also completely waterproof as well unlike other suitcases
In terms of accessories, you'll get a spanner for changing the wheels on the Floyd
And as we've already covered, being able to replace them is going to add longevity
The suitcase also comes with 2 dustbags One that fits the suitcase for when you
store it away you And another,
smaller one that you can use for laundry or dirty shoes
All in all, this case has been built from day one with durability in mind
And putting this as a core consideration of the design is one of the reasons this
brand is exploding right now So where does that leave us?
I'm sitting here, writing down my final thoughts on this case
And I think it just comes down to this If you think about it, there's really
just been a massive lack of innovation in the luggage space for a while now
And so I think what Floyd are trying to do is shake
things up a little bit Yes it's expensive
But they're offering people a premium alternative in an otherwise overpriced
market with brands like Tumi or Rimowa And if you were just about to bite the
bullet and get something else.. then you might want to take a look at Floyd
And with that I'll say goodbye Thanks again for watching
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