Wanted to buy... Suitcase

KOG108 · 2019-12-17T06:58:16+01:00

Explore options for purchasing a large hardshell suitcase in Siem Reap. Ideal for travelers seeking durable luggage with wheels.

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KOG108Member17 December 2019 04:58:16

Hello All,

I recently arrived in Cambodia from India, and the airport baggage handlers somehow or other managed to destroy the telescoping handle I use to pull the suitcase.

Repair seems unlikely at this point. And negotiating a replacement will lead to endless frustration, rising blood pressure etc (trust me - I KNOW)

I am looking for a LARGE hardshell suitcase, preferably one with latches, as opposed to one with a zipper than runs through the middle. Must have wheels (two or four).

I appreciate any information that can be sent my way.

Thank you,
Kevin G

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GuestPoster8404Guest17 December 2019 12:50:22

I have bought several, as most of the cheap suitcases are good for one or two international trips, between being cheaply made and baggage handlers, they don鈥檛 last long, I buy mine at old market are central market, large cheap but look like they would hold up, but they don鈥檛! I would suggest you go to a higher end store maybe in aeon, or better yet buy a good one in your home country, these cheap Chinese made ones don鈥檛 hold up

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GuestPoster8404Guest21 December 2019 03:09:45

G鈥檇ay Kevin,
You may want to think outside the square & try another option.

I met a guy that had a 鈥済adget鈥� made up from aluminium that resembles a small golf bag buggy.聽 It weighed 750gm total , including the two quality wheels.聽聽 The frame folds up , the wheels come off & it takes up very little space in your bag.聽 Re assembles in 30 secs.

He had a large travel duffel bag , with a security mesh net covering it.聽聽Just took it off the baggage carousel, fold out the frame , clicked the wheels on & off you go.聽

The wheels are good for most terrain.聽 Those suitcase wheels on busted pavements are irritating.聽聽20/25 kg plus your carry on & easy to move around.聽

That鈥檚 my next project.聽 The gadget is shaped like a long triangle with seat belt like straps as support for bag.聽 I鈥檝e seen them for sale , but they could be easily made at any metal fabrication shop.