Rolling Personal Items Review - What's The Best?

[@stephaniemonteilh3240]

I purchased the Kroser with an Amazon gift card I received for Christmas. I used the Krsoser bag as a carry-on on a trip to NC this summer. I carry a tote as my personal item. The Kroser made carrying all my meds and necessities much easier on my back. I really love this bag and am glad I got it❤

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @stephaniemonteilh3240 ! It's so nice to hear someone likes one of my recommendations! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@kathydobson2720]

Wow, thank you so much for your thorough review of these bags! Also, love the secret packing tip as well Great video!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @kathydobson2720! I'm so glad you liked my trick. Thank you for the feedback!~

[@Bugsybear2]

I absolutely love your videos. It's like you're sitting across the kitchen table. I enjoy seeing you pack for your helpful tips and trips. I l learn something new from every video that you produce.

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @Bugsybear2! LOL, I am sitting at my kitchen table..although sometimes I change it up and move. I'm so glad that enjoy the videos and thank you for your encouragement!

[@lynnleipold2617]

Amen!

[@PerriesPassport]

@@lynnleipold2617 Thanks! 🙏❤

[@merrymaid2890]

Loved your special hack! 😃

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @merrymaid2890! Glad you liked it!! 😀

[@annholstrom539]

Watch to the end for Perri’s brilliant hack. I love your real life common sense approach! Thank you. 😊

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @annholstrom539! Thank you so much for that endorsement. It so sweet of you!! ❤❤

[@janetgraf905]

I enjoyed this comparison video. And, I never thought of using the under the lining trick. Brilliant. I subscribe to your channel from Columbus, OH

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @janetgraf905! Thank you so much for your kind words. That idea came to me when I saw where "Away" is keeping their laundry bag, which is under there. Then lightening struck!

[@jpsoso8748]

I came across your video right after ordering my Arcoyard 17" H x 13" L x 7.5" W under-seat rolling suitcase from Amazon. The Arcoyard is closer in design to your Luggex. I was having second thoughts until I saw how you managed to fully pack your suitcases, so when my bag arrived I was no longer terrified. I use the long slim packing cubes, so I have lots of storage to work with. Your hidden storage idea was great for using the full capacity of the bag. Thanks a million!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @jpsoso8748 Glad I could be of some help!!

[@jpsoso8748]

​@@PerriesPassport I just one question? Did you measure the dimensions of the bags after they were fully packed?

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi@@jpsoso8748 I did. Both bags are rather stiff. the KROSER bag grew by almost 2 inches with the pack that I did but the LUGGEX stayed within a half inch. Please remember I really stuffed these bags, but if you are concerned, I think the Luggex stayed smaller.

[@jpsoso8748]

@@PerriesPassport Thanks for replying. I am taking my bag on Air Canada. I used 2 long slim packing cubes, 2 flat shoes and streamlined my toiletries. My bag stayed flat until I packed a hoodie in the laptop area. It's a work in progress.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @@jpsoso8748 I couldn't describe it better than a work in progress. I often have to fiddle around till I get a bag to work the way I want it to. I have heard that Air Canada is very strict. Is that so?

[@jc42598]

I have to say I really enjoy your videos as you provide "real-world" tips, unlike a lot of the "travel" vloggers. I consider myself a seasoned traveler but I enjoy watching videos as sometimes I learn something, as I did here with your under the liner trick. Brilliant!!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @jc42598, Wow Thank you so much for that compliment! That really keeps me motivated! :)

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

I wanted to share with you that I was able to pack the 15in Lovevook backpack for a 5 day trip. I did the 5 4 3 2 1 method and I don't feel like I m depriving myself of anything. I pack a lot of makeup! No extra bag or purse outside of the lovevook. 🎉 Thanks for this new video!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @paisleyhunter, Wow that is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing that. It will inspire others!

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

@PerriesPassport I followed a lot if your tips! So thank you!

[@lauriemarsh6600]

I purchased one of these bags for a trip to Buenos Aires. Neither my hopper flight in a 737, nor my seat in premium economy could I fit this bag under the seat in front of me. I had to choose to either leave it where I was or pack it inside my checked bag in order to get it home! It is an awesome bag with lots of great features, but it just wouldn’t fit under the seat and I didn’t have it stuffed as much as you did.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi@@lauriemarsh6600!, I'm so sorry to hear that. Did you check the personal item sizes for these airlines, since some of them have the electrical running under the seat, and even small bags will not fit underneath.

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

@@lauriemarsh6600 I get that. It's quite bulky. I leave next week, wish me luck!

[@lauralinkoff3776]

Great packing video! I’ve never tried unzipping the fabric to put my items there- good tip. I’ve always used the space between the bars. I travel with mini straightener and brush and that helps cut down on space. I also travel with flip flops for hotel room floors, carpet. Feels less “icky” 😊. Also doubles as pool shoes.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @lauralinkoff3776 I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Those spaces between the bars always annoyed me too. I travel with the same hair equipment as you and also a pool shoes and I feel that it is less icky putting those items below.

[@debratakagawa4764]

Thank you for the video. I liked your secret hack for your brush and hair tools.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @debratakagawa4764! Thanks and I am glad that you liked my hack!

[@ellenblatt1511]

A heads-up for those who are interested in the Kroser bag. If you clip the coupon, you will save $10. Makes it a good deal, I think.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @ellenblatt1511! That is most excellent! Thank you for sharing the information!

[@merrilynblackmore6962]

I bought the Krozer. Love it

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @merrilynblackmore6962 So glad you like it!!

[@bettyparker3317]

Wow, I travel a lot for work and fun. But your hack with the lining is genius-and a rare original for packing videos! Will definitely try that.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @bettyparker3317 I am so glad you liked my travel hack. I have another one here that is only mine if you want to upgrade your front seat pocket needs: studio.kzbin.infoCpVX88aIDTE/edit

[@Suzanne-e6q]

LOVE THIS!❤

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @user-qb8wq5sq3t! Thank you so much ❤

[@brendajohnson5525]

Your hack is amazing. I'm re-packing my bag now!

[@PerriesPassport]

HI, @brendajohnson5525! I'm so glad that you found it helpful!! Have a safe journey!! ✈✈

[@donnaleske2539]

I just started watching your helpful videos. You have a nice easy flow while describing the packing. Will be watching all the time now. Appreciate your trick for packing under the material. Bravo

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @donnaleske2539! Thank you so much for your positive feedback! If there are topics you want me to cover in the future, please leave me a note here. Thanks for watching!!

[@le4881]

You are “Brilliant”. 😃 What a great way to pack your shoes etc! I just love your videos and how you show ideas for packing. Thanks so much!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @le4881 I'm glad my ideas can be helpful! Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@clericiranch]

My question would be, when fully stuffed as you packed it- did the exterior dimensions change? Would it still fit into the sizers at the airport?

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi@clericiranchI The only measurement that mattered with these two bags was the width, since the other two measurements are at or under. They both measured as 8 inches in depth when fully filled, but I know as a fact that although Frontier says they take 8, their baggage cage is a bit smaller than Spirit. That being said, these are soft body bags and a bit soft so I would say yes to both, but a trip to the airport is worth it., if you are taking Frontier.

[@conniekershaw4412]

I used the Kroser on a recent trip to Italy. All the pockets became irritating because I would forget which pocket I put what in. You can over pack it to the point the width is over the size allotted. Mine didn't fit under the seat.

[@bettyparker3317]

@@conniekershaw4412we may be a minority, but I really REALLY do not like a lot of pockets. I forget what’s in which pocket. I do use clear plastic bags of all sizes-there are a lot of really small ones-to hold items together and see inside. But the fewer pockets the better, for me.

[@kimmiec6843]

Hi. I invested in the Krosner bag...little disappointed because if you sit in an isle seat, doesn't fit underneath...defeated purpose of just walking off the plane...10/6/24

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @kimmiec6843 I'm so sorry to hear that. On which airline was that since isle seats are different with each airline.

[@redtaker3333]

Wowww niceee, Master!!

[@PerriesPassport]

@redtaker3333 Thanks!

[@mbwelsh65]

Hi Perrie, Nice demonstration of the underseaters. I just ordered the LUGGEX. I have not been a big traveler in my lifetime, so I don't know a lot about types of luggage and accessories. But, now that I am getting closer to retirement age, I am ready to do some traveling and am planning a trip to Ireland! Could you give me any traveling tips and recommendations? Also, would you show us how you pack the compression cubes, and do you press out the extra air? I only want to pack a carry-on and underseater for my trip and need tips on fitting the most items in. Thanks!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @mbwelsh65 G;ad to hear that you are going out to see some new exciting places.First of all, I hope you are using the LUGGEX as your personal item and or a short trip bag. You are allowed both a carry on and the luggex for longer trips, like Ireland.(you're going to love Ireland). No matter what time of year you are depending on going, make sure you check the weather a week before you go, to make sure you are packing right. Also, I did a whole video on how to pack with packing cubes here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIu5amNuoc6Dgs0 Compression cubes do all the work for pressing the air out. If you are using compression cubes, I find that either flat packing or a single layer of rolled clothes works the best. Otherwise, compression cubes become too hard to compress. I personally use both, regular packing cubes and compression packing cubes since i think they serve different purposes. I have an upcoming video about packing to the max with just a carry-on, so keep on the lookout for that.. Hope this helps a bit.

[@mbwelsh65]

@@PerriesPassport Thanks Perrie, I will be watching those videos!

[@yvettewilliams5967]

Love watching your demonstrations. Great job. Thank you👍🏽

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @yvettewilliams5967! Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@sofiamurgado606]

Great video and tips! Thank you!!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @sofiamurgado606 Thanks right back at you!

[@cdewey5115]

Love your trick with the shoes and brush!! I initially purchased the Kroser but the handle stuck! The replacement handle also stuck! I’m thinking of repurchasing and having a luggage store replace the handles? I may try the black one!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @cdewey5115 I'm glad the trick is working for you! As for the Krosner, I'm kind of shocked. That being said, give the other one a try. I really liked both.

[@sueosborne7608]

Love this! Thanks!

[@PerriesPassport]

@sueosborne7608 Thanks so much!

[@james22939]

I love the zipper sounds

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @james22939! LMAO!! Should I do AMSR of zippers!! Best laugh of the week! Thanks!

[@james22939]

@@PerriesPassport totally

[@lindapark8467]

Great trick!

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @lindapark8467! Thank you so much!

[@marybrady6934]

Thank you...for me..i kroser one better. It didn't look stuffed and seemed easier to close. The only question ..or suggestion i have...can..did...u measure the bags once they were packed to make sure the dimensions did in fact stay in lines to go under the seat.

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @marybrady6934!I did measure them filled and the Krosner bag remained the same size, and because I tried to stuff the Luggex it did develop a bit of a bump that made it the same size as the Kroser bag. I hope that helps!

[@marybrady6934]

@@PerriesPassport thank u so much...as always...u r fab and real.

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @@marybrady6934 Thanks for that! You made me 😀

[@conniekershaw4412]

I know for a fact the Kroser can become too wide. I used it for a trip to italy last fall and once packed it did not fit under the seat.

[@flutini1]

@@PerriesPassport Seemed to me like, in the Luggex, you should have folded the jeans and packed them higher (or lower, can't remember) because there was more room there (higher or lower, can't remember). That might have mitigated the "Bump".

[@lindamoeller9017]

I have the Kroger bag and it has alot of pockets ...great for older people who do not want to carry your personal bag

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @lindamoeller9017... it's also good for people who have back issues!! Do you put yours under the seat fully stuffed?

[@cindischaablivingartnpixie2251]

Will this work for international flights? ❤

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @cindischaablivingartnpixie2251. It depends on your airline. Each airline sets its own personal item size. What airline are you using?

[@conniekershaw4412]

I used the kroser on a trip to italy last fall. All the pockets became irriating. I kept forgetting what pocket i put things in. You can fit so much stuff in it, that it ends up too big to fit under the seat.

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @conniekershaw4412! The number of pockets is something that is user dependent, especially when using it as a personal item. How much one stuffs it will depend on if it fits under the seat, but I know that if you are not over stuffing it, it will fit under the seat. Thanks for your input!

[@malindamocha5100]

Thank you for sharing this. I have a bag similar to this but different brand from Amazon same size and everything is it gonna be in the way if you pack your shoes and stuff underneath like when you pull the handle out to be able to roll up the case? Because I’ve seen this happen before, and I didn’t want it to interfere or break the handle. Others have not said anything about the concern I have.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @malindamocha5100! I made sure to pack under the main rod, so that it won't interfere with the handles. I am sure that there are difference between bags, but I tried it on my Away bag, and it worked the same way. But it is a concern and something that people should take into consideration.

[@malindamocha5100]

@@PerriesPassport Thank you for your reply and great tips. 😊

[@rachelhayes6246]

My question is, will it slide under the seat in front of you?

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @rachelhayes6246 ! Both will go under the seat on almost all domestic flights. You should always check with the airlines before to make sure that the bag will fit.

[@follywood2]

But you tested the rolling when the bag was empty?

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @follywood2 ! I actually tested both bags full (and you can see that with the second bag), and they both rolled super smooth. but when I went to do the editing of the video, the footage of the first bag was gone, so I just reshot it the way it was, since I had already done it in real life and knew that the bag was fine. But kudos! You have sharp eyes. Btw, I ended up keeping that first bag.

[@pandarush.]

How many bags allow for the liner to be unzipped so items can fit under the liner? Thank you!

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @pandarush. almost all bags have a zipper there, although some bags have the zipper the reverse way around. 2 out of my 3 carry ons have the zipper with easy access. The third one doesn't so what I did is push the zipper down a bit and then used a twist wire to make a pull.

[@PilarFrancisco-Saguil]

Very nice looking bags but wondering how much they weigh

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @user-qr5og5gg6i. The bags were really amazing quality. I was quite impressed. The Kroser bag weighs 3.5 lbs, and the Luggex bag weighs 4.5, which is kind of odd, since it seemed like the smaller bag.

[@PilarFrancisco-Saguil]

@@PerriesPassport I like the kroser bag but going to asia the weight limit is 15 lbs or 7 kg . I took the 17 in lovebook bag last year on Philippines airline it's hard to carry around the airport with a 12 lbs bag that's why I am looking of getting a rolling bag

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi@@PilarFrancisco-Saguil The Lovevook 17 inch bag comes in at 2 lbs and the Kroser comes in at 3.65 lbs. So for about 1.5 lbs more, it's worth it to save your back. I think you would still make the weight limit, given that if you deduct the weight of the Lovevook you had 10 lbs of stuff, and if you add the Krosner you would come in at about 13.5 lbs and it won't be on your back.

[@sandybaldwin1883]

What were the weights of the bags?

[@PerriesPassport]

HI @sandybaldwin1883 The KROSER weighs 3.5lbs and the LUGGEX weighs 4.5 lbs. Hope that helps!

[@linbasdeo6108]

How much it weighs after packing

[@PerriesPassport]

HI, @linbasdeo6108 both bags came in under 15 lbs full, but that is with my pack. Also, personal items tend not to be weighed, especially if they are your only item.

[@tamaracarlson4290]

by the time you finished packing the first bag there was no way that still met the size requirements with all you put in there. Also you showed rolling it empty. Both bags way thicker than 8 or 9 inches. Could be fine if you were paying for a carryon and put it in the overhead bins. Under the seats? I doubt it, in the sizers, I doubt it Neither bag you packed was the bag you actually showed going under the seat and it certainly wasn't packed as jammed packed full

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @tamaracarlson4290 I'd like to address your concerns. I tested the Kroser bag in the sizers and it did fit in the sizers. Video does do something to distort the size. And proof that it fits, is in the comments below by people who own the bag, or check the links to the bags to see actual photos of the bag fitting under seats with plenty of room, so don't just take my word. The bag I showed in the beginning of the video was just never meant to imply it was one of those bags, that is why I picked a video that was obviously not one of those bags. It's just a B roll for those who never traveled or put things under their seat (and there are a lot of people like that, so I don't assume anything). Finally, as for the rolling, I just was testing out if the wheels were smooth and the handles worked well. I never implied that the bags were full. I hope this clears up any of your concerns.

[@lesleyshuker5859]

I didnt see you pack any bottoms

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @lesleyshuker5859 I packed a pair of black jeans right on top. Those and the one I would be wearing on the plane give me 2 pairs for a week.

[@barbaraschmidt5062]

These bags are to big for United which is 17x10x9. Smaller than the other airlines.

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi, @barbaraschmidt5062! BA is even worse. When it comes to personal item size, you have to be very careful since they do change from airline to airline. Some people choose their airline by what they can take onto the plane, especially if they don't want to carry their items.

[@696969bold]

15 x 9 x 7 for personal item on budget European flights. 🫣 I have to pay for the carry-on (hand luggage) anyway-- (Osprey Fairview or Porter). As the v4 Bento is way too big, I'm toying with just taking my Osprey 22L ultralight dry backpack for under seat essentials. Yet, it's a shame to waste the space alloted. I was eyeing the PAKT 15L backpack. The price tag is bringing me back to reality 🤑 ECOHUB backpack is a budget buy. 🤔

[@PerriesPassport]

Hi @696969bold. There is no standard with those budget European airlines. Like for instance, EasyJet allows like US carriers the 18"X14"X8" but Ryanair only allows 16"x 10"X 8", so it is really important to check what the personal size is. Have you tried looking at the Tomtoc Backpack? It comes in both a 28L and is compliant with most airlines. I think you might like it given the bags you are looking at.

[@696969bold]

​@@PerriesPassport great suggestion. I'm actually looking at a better sling to partner with my Osprey travel backpack. Right now, I stick with a 1L Osprey ultralight waist bag and my 22L Osprey ultralight dry backpack in flight when I use the Porter or Fairview. So far...lightweight, holds everything including tablet (I don't tote a laptop), electronics, snacks, cleaning kit, small toiletries, etc). The challenge with that is keeping the 22L on my chest when walk about. This spurred the sling solution... until I got that SCOTTEVEST windbreaker! On domestic flights, just the 1L waist bag and the Samantha Brown Essential Carry-All does it. If I need an 21" carry-on wheeled suitcase for longer trips, the Samantha Brown becomes my personal item.

[@PerriesPassport]

@@696969bold Our national carriers are counting those waist bags now as a personal item, so keep that in mind. I am going to be reviewing a whole pile of jackets and vests with loads of pockets.. I think it was you who gave me the idea.