Forest Green, Graphite and Navy Blue would suit the user who does not really require bright colours and would perhaps suit the travelling businessperson who needs a more demure looking suitcase for their journeys. While the Ice Blue and Maple Orange are slightly bolder without being too in your face. Where the fun starts is with the incredibly bright and easy to spot Radiant Orange and the Summer Blue. Both are extremely bright and will make spotting your luggage on the airport carousel easy. Extra large suitcases are just as personalisable as any other suitcase size. Whether you want to engrave, emboss or add a personalised luggage tag to your suitcase, we have the best option for you. Although several of the colours of the Magnum Eco are very subtle and almost professional-like, it does benefit of having some pretty funky and bold colours available. The We had no problems getting around with this medium-sized case and found it had plenty of space to hold a good week’s worth of gear. While carrying the suitcase, the retractable handles give a secure grip at the top and side. Extend the top handle and you’ll barely notice you’re wheeling the Magnum Spinner around thanks to the 4 relatively large wheels that turn smoothly in any direction to give maximum maneuverability. Before the introduction of 2-wheel suitcases you had to carry your luggage, so lets raise a glass to celebrate this invention! While 4-wheel cases have become more popular over recent years, 2-wheelers are still a great option especially for a cabin case.

The wheels have a 4.5cm diameter, as well as a metal rod in the centre that helps the wheels spin freely and smoothly. There is one wheel on each corner of the suitcase, which allows the suitcase to stay upright and elevated from the ground. Another plus you get with the Magnum Eco Spinner 4 wheeler, it's that you can roll the suitcase upright on all four wheels, as well as downward at an angle on two wheels, just like a 2-wheel bag. However, it’s important to note that it’s a hundred times easier to clean a plastic shell than a fabric lining. You can usually just wipe any dirt off with a wet wipe or a damp towel, but getting a stain out of the suitcase lining is nowhere near as easy. My issue with the price tag is that Samsonite has polycarbonate carry-ons that are cheaper than this bag, and that doesn’t make a lot of sense because polycarbonate is the more expensive material. So yes, it is a pricey suitcase, and I personally would wait for some sort of sale before buying it. Most of the extra large suitcases are hardside spinners (4 wheels). When travelling with an oversized suitcase, it makes sense that you slide your heavy luggage beside you, rather than having to drag it behind you the whole time. Hardside luggage has the advantage that it's not susceptible to fabric tears and it's more water resistant when walking in the rain. For the digital nomads amongst us, it will also provide better protection for your tablet, laptop or any other electronic device. With a zip closure, there is always a slight concern that a suitcase may either endure damage to the zipper or that thieves could potentially access the suitcase with something as simple as a ball point pen. Without a zip, this is no longer an option.The materials used in the manufacturing of this Samsonite suitcase are easily its main selling point. The shell is made from polypropylene, a lightweight but very durable type of plastic that’s often used to manufacture luggage. The divider pad in the Samsonite Magnum Eco has been made from Samsonite’s specialised and patented The side grab handle measures 16.5cm long and 2.3cm wide and has the word Samsonite etched on top. The grab handle has a robust construction with pivoting joints that allow the grab handle to be lifted up and retracted flat when not in use. The grab handle is made of a comfortable piece of soft solid rubber that flexes so, it doesn't dig into the hand causing any discomfort. The Magnum Eco suitcase isn't IPX rated, although it does feature an internal rubber ring gasket, which would help minimize water/dust ingress. The shell is also textured, which helps protect it from scuffs and scratches that are bound to happen with regular use. The luggage will still get scratched, but the texture will make any scuffs less noticeable.

Less likely to snap off: because the 2- wheels are set into the case you won't find baggage handlers using the wheels as handles when they are getting your bag on of off the aircraft. While there is a lot of debate about whether polypropylene is the better option over polycarbonate, it’s undeniable that this is the lightest material used in the manufacturing of hardside suitcases. And since we’re talking about carry-on luggage here, every ounce matters. The Magnum Eco weighs only 6.04 lbs, which is an excellent weight for a 21” carry-on suitcase. Which? have written a good article on luggage that has been damage by airlines: https://www.which.co.uk/consumer-rights/advice/the-airline-has-lost-or-damaged-my-bag-what-can-i-doSamsonite Suitcases, with the exception of the entry-level basic collections, the Magnum Eco has been fitted with double spinner wheels, which make it extremely easy to move around. The double wheels are often referred to as 8 Wheeled Suitcases but are essentially 4 double wheels on each corner. These wheels ensure that the ride and mobility of the suitcases is as smooth as possible, taking the strain out of wheeling them about. An enhanced manoeuvrability is achieved from the use of Spinner Wheels on a Suitcase and the Magnum Eco is no exception. A custom hub cab with Samsonite branding finishes the look off perfectly and ensures that a clean, minimalistic, and understated look is achieved. The name Samsonite needs no introduction as they’ve been a top name in high quality luggage for many years now. Today we take a look at their Magnum Spinner zip-less suitcase which has a tough polypropylene shell and 4 spinning wheels.