Review: Briggs & Riley Baseline International Wide Carry-On (Full) | Tekuben.com

Unboxing video review of the Briggs & Riley Baseline International Carry-On Expandable Wide-Body Upright (Model: U121CXW)
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Summary:
This bag is a traveler's delight. Business or pleasure, domestic or international - this bag is versatile, compliant with most airline carry-on limits and performs with a touch of quality and thoughtful design throughout. If it stumbles, it's supported back up by Briggs & Riley's unconditional "Simple as That®" lifetime warranty.
If you're looking for a well designed, long lasting, international carry-on compliant, 2-wheeled, soft side carry-on and have the means to pay $499 + tax for it, this Briggs & Riley Baseline International Wide Carry-on will give you the best value for the money. It is, without equal, the best in its' class.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro, Packaging, Unboxing
01:23 Dimensions
02:16 Exterior
04:44 Warranty
05:31 Zippers
05:59 SpeedThru pocket
06:41 U-zip front pocket
07:09 SmartLink strap
07:53 Handles
08:13 Interior
08:31 CX compression-expansion system
09:31 Garment Folder
10:59 Is it worth buying?
11:56 Final Thoughts

[@Tsch6373]

The strap in the upoer front pocket is an 'add a bag' strap that's used to 'piggy-back' an additional small bag that some would place on top of the main case. Hanging the bag down on front of the roll-aboard lowers the center of gravity making the combination lighter on the arm that pulls them. This is a very nice bag, I have one.

[@tlockerk]

I have a 20 year old B&R that has been in for repairs twice; returned like new each time. If you are trying to keep from junking up the world, this is your bag. I was a tour manager, so doing LOTS of miles for 7 years. One repair was a big exterior gash from the airline company (nothing lost). The other time was a wobbly wheel, also courtesy of airline. PROS: Of course GUARANTEE that is honored; it is well organized inside, and makes things easy to pack/unpack, the suiter is handy addition for a woman too; tie storage works for scarves; the compression packing is handy. Multiple storage: ties, hidden compartments, easy open, solid zipper. MINOR complaints I have are the suitcase's weight (newer ones are lighter) and my old one has only two height settings for pull-along handle and requires a push-button release to move it up on down, really inconvenient. While it keeps it locked in place, it's REALLY inconvenient. Lastly they're so damn well made I have no excuse to buy a new one!

[@AdamGoodson]

Thank you for making this video! I was at a Salvation Army Thrift Store today. Saw this bag. Picked it up and did a search on the manufacturer. Came across this review and was kind of shocked that there was an in-depth review of this old thrift store bag. Watched the review and decided to buy it for $10.00. Yes, 10.00! The bag is in good shape but needs a bit of cleaning. Which is easy to justify when I have paid only $10.00 for this price of luggage. Your review made it easier for me to make the decision on the bag. It is slightly used and hardly any sort of wear or damage to it. Only dust.

[@Tekuben]

What a deal! Thanks for sharing!

[@mayrarodriguez4514]

Very Thorough review of the Briggs & Riley Carry On bag. Thank you!

[@Tekuben]

Thank you for the feedback! Happy to help!

[@sighiguess]

“For now I’m going to pretend this doesn’t exist” 😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ericburgos]

such a great bag, i absolutely adore mine.

[@dddennis1214]

Great review!!!

[@carlmelville]

Nice review. You mentioned they've been around since 2006. I've had my bag since 1998 and it has several million miles on it. I don't know how long they've been around but it's been quite a while. Excellent bags. The best you can buy.

[@Tekuben]

Thanks for the feedback! You're right. Looks like they "entered the global marketplace" in 2006 but was founded in 1993. www.briggs-riley.com/about/history. Great to hear you've had yours since 1998 and it's still in use!

[@marielange9077]

Their website says nearly a century.

[@michaelcannon128]

Awesome Review 👍👏🏾😃

[@suzringhofer2742]

Than you! Im a fight attendant looking for the perfect bag! This may be it!

[@davidcarter5932]

Good review. I have this bag as I travel for business almost weekly for 3 days each week, typically. That said, I took it on a vacation to Europe and was able to fit a week's worth of clothing in it, though at that point it was not sized as a carry on. It is a great bag...I've had it for approximately 2 years and it still looks like new. The large main compartment is truly cavernous and if you watch videos about proper packing you can fit a ton in this thing. I cannot recommend it highly enough, though get that if you are only an occasional traveler it is rather pricey. If you travel a lot like I do, you'll end up replacing cheaper bags at least annually. I've gone through bags in a matter of a couple of months. Anyway, great bag and great review.

[@Tekuben]

Thanks for the feedback and for sharing your experience traveling with this bag!

[@agnettarodricks1825]

Am planning to buy one soon...

[@namhoang8383]

I have the B&R 22" essential carry on. And I didn't realize there was a 21" global version. Do you think I would have any issues traveling to Europe with my 22" carry on?

[@jstanovic]

Damn...$700 Plus taxes! I'll stick with my Travelpro Crew spinner carryon! i pack my socks in the canals created by the pull up handle. I fly at least 3xs a year. Across the country a couple times to see my son and overseas once a year. India, Argentina & Europe over the last few years.

[@TheSpiritOfTheWest]

This was a. Great video

[@Tekuben]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrisguevara]

I use the pocket for my umbrella...so its fine.

[@bh9262]

I see you like the 2 wheel over the spinner?

[@GlobalAdventurer]

Just bought one today for $365.00 sold by ship by Amazon.

[@Tekuben]

How do you like it? Have you had a chance to use it?

[@GlobalAdventurer]

@@Tekuben I bought the spinner version. I don't think it matter because I would be happy with either version. I love this suitcase! Especially the suiter. I don't put suits in it, but just all my clothes. I only hang up a few shifts and just lay rest of the clothes in there and the come out just find after the whole thing is zipped up. The other side I use a large packing cube and put everything else in there. And the best part is that racheting compression feature. That alone is worth the purchase. I also purchased a few other B&R bags. And have to say the expandable cabin bag with the shoulder strap is what I've been using the most. Fits under all airline seats and excellent for week long trips to be so small. Thanks again for your review! Got the same color as yours.

[@DD-d6d3]

@@GlobalAdventurer I love my Briggs and Riley cabin bag! I've had it since 2000. It's a chocolate color they no longer make.

[@frankleeborja6892]

Great review. How does it sound when you're taking it around? I've been considering getting this. I have the travelpro and I love how quiet it sounds.

[@Tekuben]

It's a quiet bag. Wheels and zippers are smooth. It only makes a racket when you're compressing the bag with the CX system.

[@frankleeborja6892]

Tekuben Prime thanks! I was talking about when you are rolling it around different surfaces (tiles, street, cobbles, etc).

[@Tekuben]

Nice and quiet in the airport but it can be a bit noisy through the city. About the same as other bags.

[@jotsingh8917]

Tumi Alpha 2 wheel Internastionsl expandable is similar. Would be great to compare.

[@socal67]

Recommendations for cleaning exterior?

[@Tekuben]

We would use a damp towel to spot clean.

[@cherylsmith6528]

Hi! I guess I am your first commenter. Loved the detail of your presentation...and the fact that this was not a commercial sales pitch. Here is my dilemma: waiting for the AITA recommendations for "Cabin OK" to get gelled (spelling) and wondering if this B & R piece is going to fly? (no pun intended.) The AITA is saying 21 x 13.5 X 7.5 to be guaranteed we won't have to check it in. (I know...ridiculous dimensions...especially I'm not sure you mentioned the exact external dimensions...including handles, wheels, etc. Thanks in advance for clarifying.

[@Tekuben]

+Cheryl Smith Hi Cheryl, thank you for being our first commenter! Your feedback is valuable and very much appreciated. We measured the bag at 21.75 x 16.38 x 10.25 (with handles and wheels included). In our experience, whether a bag gets carried on board or not often depends on if the bag can pass the "eye test". That is, does it look like a carry-on. This particular Briggs and Riley has the benefit of being shorter than most other carry-on bags but also at about a good inch wider. While that's great for packing space, it may get some attention at the gate. Ultimately, it's up to the airline personnel. Getting this bag in Black may help if you are concerned about the dimensions as it will give it a slimmer appearance. Hope this helps!

[@kathrynp5832]

@@Tekuben So I guess I should wear black? :-)

[@michaelalbesta1334]

Does anyone know if these bags has already expanded could be still stowed in the cabin? Thx.

[@GlobalAdventurer]

No. It will be too large.

[@fayidmv]

Been researching this B & R for a while. The storage and organizational aspects look very appealing. However, with it's weight rated at 10 lbs and most international flights allowing 15 lbs for carry-ons, I wonder if price justifies for only 5 lbs of packing? Or, how do frequent travelers using this carry-on handle the weight limits?

[@Tekuben]

This bag is a bit more difficult to recommend now that airlines are restricting the weight of carry-ons. The ultimate selling point of this B&R is the fact that you can pack more in it than other similarly sized bags. It's still stylish, but given its starting weight, if you were to pack to its maximum volume, you'll likely exceed the airline's limit for weight and can't stow it in the cabin. Frequent flyers typically stick with one or two preferred airlines. I think this bag would only make sense for those whose preferred airlines don't have cabin bag weight limits.

[@hopeworldstudio]

Weight limits for carry ons? Airlines suck.

[@DD-d6d3]

@@Tekuben the new version of the bag is lighter

[@ScottMshao69]

good video. I recently came across this company while looking for weekender bags for my gf and I. They seem to be very good. I am just waiting on them to have a sale so I can make my purchases.

[@VickieKrouse]

I worked for the Airline and this is the best bag I've ever owned. I've had mine for years since 2000 and its been my go to bag forever. Even with checking it it has taken the wear and tear of airline travel. I got mine in New York on sell I won't tell you how much I paid but it was well worth every penny. If you ever clear customs when your luggage has broken you will pay the cost to get good luggage. That's when I spent the extra money to get a good piece of luggage that has never happened again.

[@VickieKrouse]

The only thing missing on my bag is the additional luggage scrap someone stole it on one of my trips.

[@ottaviazeffilini5813]

@@VickieKrouse funny thing to thief out?

[@carmenslee6234]

So, this is classed as a carryon bag?

[@Tsch6373]

Under most circumstances, yes. But check with your airline since regulations change without notice.

[@paulstein9258]

Nice review. Drab color bag.

[@jcole429]

How are you giving an honest review of the bag without having actually used it?

[@SeanMahoney33]

Does anyone know if these bags across all the sizes are 100% waterproof? The bags are great but we have bags exposed to weather elements (rain) here in the Hawaii.

[@Tekuben]

Hey Sean, these bags are not 100% waterproof.

[@SeanMahoney33]

@@Tekuben Thanks. I saw they had a sale on the hardcover bags this past weekend and purchased those. Thanks!

[@GlobalAdventurer]

@@Tekuben They're 100% water resistant.

[@MrTdacosta]

No, they are not waterproof. I have the B&R duffle (same color as your highlighted bag) and after retrieving our bag and opening upon arriving at our hotel, noticed that our clothes were wet (not just damp) from the rainstorm at the airport when we landed. Nevertheless, we LOVE our B&R bags. Warranty is exactly as you mentioned; “any damage” that happens to your bag is covered 100% by B&R for life. Some companies will not warranty airline damage (ask us how we know) but B&R covers any damage. You forgot to mention the handle built into the bottom of the bag which helps quite a lot when pulling the bag out from the overhead compartment.

[@jogouge1891]

I liked everything until you got to the “strap” to attach another bag to. Most Flight Attendants have a “hook” because it is faster. We don’t have time to be fumbling with that especially when we are in a hurry which is all the time. Maybe suggest or make both

[@DD-d6d3]

A loop is safer than a hook. Someone could steal a bag off a hook

[@hopeworldstudio]

449? 😭

[@hopeworldstudio]

Thank you for thorough review.

[@dafiqazzubaid533]

kurang stim an pak

[@ginbalcius5704]

$449???? It's $650 in 2023 🥲

[@Tekuben]

😭

[@antoniobravo520]

Inflation. Almost double in 8 yrs 🤯