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LATEST LUGGAGE REVIEWED – THULE CROSSOVER, THULE SUBTERRA AND MIA TUI TRAVEL
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 * 3 November 2018
 * Paul

Most of the TLFL team are luggage junkies, always looking for that perfect carry
on suitcase. We were given the opportunity to test out a few pieces of lugagge
and these are our reviews.

In this post:

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 * Thule Subterra Carry-On 55cm by Michele
   * Conclusion
 * Thule Crossover 55cm by Paul
   * Things I Love
   * Any negatives?
   * Final thoughts
 * Mia Tui handbag
   * Conclusion


THULE SUBTERRA CARRY-ON 55CM BY MICHELE

I have a rather large collection of carry on size suitcases and none of them are
quite right. They either don’t have an outside pocket or if they do they are
unbalanced and fall over when there is something in it. I was therefore keen to
try out a slightly different model that had a front pocket but that was more
discreet than most. You can see it in action in this video:



The Thule Subterra features:

 * Easy to pack more, separate clean from dirty or keep clothes in place thanks
   to the internal compression panel
 * Smooth and easy transport with tough, oversized wheels and V-Tubing
   telescoping handles
 * Effortless travel thanks to the piggyback strap attachment loop that allows
   an additional bag to be hooked on
 * Bag design absorbs the impact of travel due to the durable exoskeleton and
   moulded polycarbonate back panel
 * Smooth lifting and rearranging in overhead bins with top, side and bottom
   grab handles
 * Complies with carry-on requirements for most airlines
 * Divided main compartment keeps clean-from-dirty, wet-from-dry
 * Protects contents from the elements with durable, water-resistant materials
 * Quick access to keys, wallet and smaller items through zippered mesh pocket
 * Built in ID card slot simplifies identification of bag



My first impression was that the bag looked smart and was worth the £215 price
tag. It had a very simple design externally but with lots of hidden features
inside. At the front was a small pocket ideal for keeping my liquids bag in,
ready for security. It also had a smaller zipped compartment inside that which
was useful for keys or small things you wanted to find easily.





I found the bag extremely stable and fairly easy to wheel although it did take
some getting used after having had a 4 wheel case for many years now. The wheels
were definitely rugged and would last well even with extensive travelling.

Inside the Thule Subterra


Inside there were two separate compartments. In the front was a slightly smaller
compartment due to the external pocket, It had a zip mesh flap which was useful
as you could see what was in there and it stopped stuff moving around.

Front pocket with zipped inner pocket


The other half had a panel that you can use to compress the contents down. the
panel also has a zip mesh pocket which is big enough for a laptop in a case. It
took me a few minutes to figure out how to remove the panel. It is fixed on a
ratchet which has a pull to release instantly but also can be used to move the
panel down to keep the contents in place or if you are like me squash them down
when you have packed too much and are trying to shut the case!

Compression panel


I  found the case perfect as a carry on – there was more than enough room but it
wasn’t too big or heavy to take on board. It also worked for a few nights away
as you could fit quite a lot on with the compression panel.


CONCLUSION

This is a smart looking bag that is well built and the design of the bag has
been well thought out. I liked the compression panel idea and the front pocket
with the zipped part. It was rugged and would stand up to a lot of use from a
frequent traveller. The two wheels took some getting used to for me but that is
a personal preference as I know many people prefer two wheels.


THULE CROSSOVER 55CM BY PAUL

I have recently switched to this Thule Crossover Case for shorter trips.





The case features:

 * Padded, top load pouch holds up to a 15″ MacBook Pro® or PC
 * Hide-away backpack straps allow for quick and easy shouldering of this
   carry-on roller
 * The wheels face away from body when roller is used as a backpack, allowing
   for a clean, comfortable carrying experience
 * Lightweight, durable fabric is also water-resistant
 * Durable exoskeleton and a moulded polypropylene back panel absorb the impact
   of rugged travel
 * Tough, oversized wheels and V-Tubing™ telescoping handles guarantee a smooth,
   steady and straight pull for years
 * Heat-moulded, crush proof SafeZone compartment protects your sunglasses,
   iPhone®, portable electronics and other fragile gear
 * Raised rails give your bag and gear extra protection
 * Piggyback strap attachment loop to hook on an additional bag
 * Divided main compartment keeps clean-from-dirty, wet-from-dry, and
   work-from-play



My usual go to is my Briggs and Riley Baseline case – a superb case for 1-7 days
on the road easily. I have now taken the Thule all over the world over the last
few weeks and dragged it through many airports!

It comes with pockets for a laptop etc and also a very neat sunglasses one on
the side which is well protected.  The handle also comes up without using the
buttons which I found very useful – it needs a push each side to go back in.  It
also comes with padded straps to make it a rucksack – I never used them
personally.





THINGS I LOVE

 * The look – it looks smart and quality – and frankly it is.  Generally (more
   later!)
 * The size – despite being smaller than my other cases its perfect for a long
   weekend / night away.
 * The design – the sunglasses pouch is pure genius.
 * The wheels – yes I have tried the kerb test many times – it wobbled once but
   that was most certainly my fault as I pushed it to the limit!

The inside of the case



ANY NEGATIVES?

Well yes – the zips.  They could be a bit better quality I think. Also, the
laptop pocket at the front has a tendency to get the material caught in them –
which is a bit annoying.






FINAL THOUGHTS

A great case at a great price point. (£215)  Yes, the zips slightly annoy me,
but it won’t stop me using it for shorter trips.

You can find the UK Thule website here.


MIA TUI HANDBAG




I was also given a travel bag from Mia Tui to try out. Although aimed at
travellers particularly, to be honest, you could use this handbag for every day
just to keep your contents organised. However, it does have some special
features just for travelling.

The bag is pretty large at W40cm, D15cm, H30cm (width is taken from the base of
the bag) and weighs bag 917g – Strap, Clutch & PVC 267g.  If you think this
would be too much they also do a smaller version, the mini Jen.

The Jennie bag straight out of the packaging


The Jennie bag features:

 * 1 Clear internal bag with hand strap
 * 1 Matching clutch bag with hand & X-body strap
 * 2 Insulated water bottle holders (bottles not included)
 * Key clip
 * Phone pocket
 * Pen holder
 * Hands-free shoulder strap
 * Metal studs on base of bag for protection



The bag is made in a soft faux leather and looked smart and unobtrusive. It came
in a nice dust cover to store it in like a designer handbag does.

Dust cover

There is a bright turquoise lining which I liked the look of it plus it made it
easier to find things than a dark lining. If you would rather carry it over your
shoulder it comes with a separate shoulder strap.

Inside of Mia Tui Jennie bag – note the liquids bag


The inside had a plethora of pockets all designed for a particular purpose. I
liked the airports liquids bag that had a strap handle so you could easily whip
it out in the security line. This was nicely secured in an expandable side
pocket. There are also two water bottles holders that are insulated, a handy
elastic strap to attach your keys to as well as some multipurpose pockets.

One feature I particularly liked is the special built-in exterior flap that
allows you to fit the handbag over the handles of a suitcase or carry on bag.
This makes a big difference as the bag was quite heavy by the time I had added
my laptop to it as well.


CONCLUSION

This is an ideal bag for a frequent traveller who wants to keep everything
organised and close at hand. The bag comes in a wide variety of colours so there
should be one to suit everyone’s taste. However, you may want to think about
which size is suitable for your needs as the Jennie is probably a bit large for
some people.



You can find the Mia Tui website here.


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3 COMMENTS

 1. Graham Walsh says:
    3 November 2018 at 11:05 am
    
    Interesting. I always like the look of the Thule luggage. However, I just
    got some Bric’s luggage from the distributor as it’s around the corner from
    me in Elstree. It’s the X-Bag range so it’s soft rather than hard cases.

 2. Maralyn says:
    3 November 2018 at 11:23 am
    
    Mia Tui Jennie is brilliant. I used it as an overnight bag on the Portsmouth
    to Santander ferry crossing this summer and it served me very well indeed
    with room left over for more! I am 5’4″ tall but didn’t find the Jennie too
    big at all, even when using the long strap to wear it cross body. Fantastic
    buy from a fantastic company that gave me fantastic customer service

 3. Lady London says:
    3 November 2018 at 12:44 pm
    
    Like Paul I’ve used the Briggs & Riley baseline as my go-to carryon for many
    years. those things just won’t give up! even if you have to check them a few
    times and they get bashed about a bit. I’m now looking for a replacement but
    will have to have four wheels. Backstraps are nice for when you’;re not on
    nice pavements or in airports. But 4 wheels is what I will insist is on my
    next carry-on. Other than that the Thule subterra would have been perfect.

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