26" bag vs TSA
04-27-2026 | 06:42 PM
#71
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I am a fan of my b&r 22” two wheeler, but I didn't like the wheels as the wheels are quite loud. I installed 72mm ripstick wheels with 2 nylon washers on each side. It’s a smooth ride now! Bonus, you can cash in your employee discount at the Briggs and Riley store in SLC unlimited times, and there’s no limit as to how many items you have to or don’t have to buy.
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M8 Black Nylon Washers, 8mm ID,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8BRGPF6...p_mob_ap_share
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M8 Black Nylon Washers, 8mm ID,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8BRGPF6...p_mob_ap_share
04-28-2026 | 10:38 AM
#72
Line Holder
Joined: Jul 2023
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This guy on Etsy makes a “fix” for the why-does-my-jhook-keep-falling-out problem for B&R.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4413772...5%3A4413772224
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4413772...5%3A4413772224
04-28-2026 | 12:46 PM
#73
Can’t find crew pickup
Joined: Jun 2021
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This guy on Etsy makes a “fix” for the why-does-my-jhook-keep-falling-out problem for B&R.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4413772...5%3A4413772224
https://www.etsy.com/listing/4413772...5%3A4413772224
04-28-2026 | 03:41 PM
#74
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I’d put a plug in for Paradox Aviation’s bag as well. I haven’t personally used one but listened to a podcast where they interviewed the creator (pilot/mech engineer). He aimed to solve a lot of the shortcomings of the most popular bags and it seems like a really well thought out bag. Plus, Made in the USA.
https://paradoxaviationllc.com/
https://paradoxaviationllc.com/
04-28-2026 | 05:33 PM
#75
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I’d put a plug in for Paradox Aviation’s bag as well. I haven’t personally used one but listened to a podcast where they interviewed the creator (pilot/mech engineer). He aimed to solve a lot of the shortcomings of the most popular bags and it seems like a really well thought out bag. Plus, Made in the USA.
https://paradoxaviationllc.com/
https://paradoxaviationllc.com/
04-28-2026 | 06:16 PM
#76
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Joined: Apr 2007
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Years ago I moved away from LW to blend in a little more when commuting or vacationing. The indestructible metal frame sorta stood out in the Sky Club. That is no longer a concern...
Is there really a compelling reason to buy a $500 B&R consumer bag that requires mods rather than just embracing luggage that screams aircrew? What is driving the move away from traditional crew luggage brands?
Is there really a compelling reason to buy a $500 B&R consumer bag that requires mods rather than just embracing luggage that screams aircrew? What is driving the move away from traditional crew luggage brands?
04-28-2026 | 06:28 PM
#77
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Joined: Jan 2018
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I know lots of people who absolutely love their B&R, so there has to be something to it. That being said, it isnt spending the money that bothers me, but spending the money and having to mod the wheels and the J hook myself that has me apprehensive.
04-28-2026 | 06:32 PM
#78
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There are workarounds for the j-hook. I used to just hook it into the top strap to keep it from falling off. I have to load my bad in the cabin like a chump (73n life) and it would sometimes come unhooked when passengers grabbed their bags around mine.
The wheels are fine imo.
The wheels are fine imo.
04-28-2026 | 07:21 PM
#79
Can’t find crew pickup
Joined: Jun 2021
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so much lighter than the LW. And the LW soft front flap bulges out allows my stuff to just move around and collapse to the bottom if I don’t cube it out. Not an issue with the BR.
Yesterday | 01:28 AM
#80
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Joined: Feb 2022
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Years ago I moved away from LW to blend in a little more when commuting or vacationing. The indestructible metal frame sorta stood out in the Sky Club. That is no longer a concern...
Is there really a compelling reason to buy a $500 B&R consumer bag that requires mods rather than just embracing luggage that screams aircrew? What is driving the move away from traditional crew luggage brands?
Is there really a compelling reason to buy a $500 B&R consumer bag that requires mods rather than just embracing luggage that screams aircrew? What is driving the move away from traditional crew luggage brands?
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