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01-22-2007 | 10:28 AM

CrazyFr8

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Flight Case/Roller Bag Questions?

Looking for some info on some new luggage. I was looking at the ballistic nylon purdy neat flight case, was wondering if anyone has it and likes or dislikes it. Secondly, is it worth the $280 for the purdy neat roller bag?

Any info would be great!! Thanks

01-22-2007 | 10:37 AM

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The ballistic nylon flight bag at outermarker.com has worked well for me so far...though I haven't been on the line real long so it really hasn't had to stand the test of time yet...

01-22-2007 | 10:41 AM

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Secondly, is it worth the $280 for the purdy neat roller bag?

Yes.

As for the nylon flight case, it doesn't take well to stickers, if that's your fancy. Only downfall I can see.

01-22-2007 | 10:57 AM

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Just go to office max and buy the one the have there. I have had mine for 2 years, and it cost me 35 bucks. maybe one day when i make more than 25 bucks an hour i can get something a little nicer

01-22-2007 | 11:01 AM

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Just go to office max and buy the one the have there. I have had mine for 2 years, and it cost me 35 bucks. maybe one day when i make more than 25 bucks an hour i can get something a little nicer

Costco works like a champ as well plus they will replace it at no charge for life. $99

01-22-2007 | 11:36 AM

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Does the ballistic nylon flight bag (H-14" x W-19" x D-8.5") fit the CRJ series a/c.

01-22-2007 | 11:38 AM

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I prefer the purdy-neat cuz it's bullet-proof. The problem with cheaper bags is that you will end up making routine trips to the vendor or repair shop, which gets annoying (ask me how I know). Also if the handle or wheel breaks on a trip, you end up carrying not only your rollaboard, but also your 40-50# flight bag for the rest of the trip...no fun.

The purdy-neat handles are stainless steel and thick enough to tow an RJ. The wheels can be replaced by you with a screw-driver (most bags have to go to a repair shop $$$$, they usually don't sell the parts).

The purdy-neat will last for years and years, and the factory will re-furb them for a low fee.

There are a variety of models, make sure you get one that will fit in the overhead of your aircraft.