12/01/2011

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Tarmac Plus One Carry-On Review

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Tarmac Plus One Carry-On
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I've been very pleased with this bag as a frequent (weekly) air traveler. The overall construction of the bag is top notch. As you would expect, this bag is not huge, as it should fit in the overhead when zipped together. The backpack section is comfortable, and the zipper is not noticeable when detached from the main bag. I have some minor gripes with the bag, that knock it down one notch.
Pros:
1. It seems very sturdy, durable.
2. It is very compact, and will hold just enough clothing for a 2 to 3 day business casual trip. I cannot see trying to pack a suit into this bag. But this perfectly suits my needs for frequent one-day-one-night trips.
3. Ergonomic and comfortable handles in all the right places.
4. The telescoping handle gets nice and high for easy pulling.
5. The laptop compartment holds the laptop nice and snug, and seems well padded without being too heavy. Laptops with Huge power bricks may find the main laptop compartment cramped.Cons:
1. I want the very front to have one more pocket, to hold travel documents -- boarding passes etc, nothing that has to expand too much, but just to hold the essential papers while navigating though the airport.
2. One of the side pockets should have an open top with a pull cord or elastic to hold a water bottle or umbrella.
3. The zipper that holds the two pieces together could be more substantial. If I had to guess, this will be the first thing to go.
4. The main compartment of the suitcase portion should open all the way with the backpack attached. It cannot with the backpack attached, you need to detach the backpack when packing or unpacking the suitcase, which adds unnecessary wear on the zipper. It could be made to do so with a little engineering.
Overall, it's a great bag, works perfectly for my needs, and I give it a strong recommendation.

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The lightweight Eagle Creek Tarmac Plus One is a unique carry-on option for travelers on a two- to four-day trip. The Tarmac Plus One offers plenty of storage, with 3,050 cubic inches divided between a main compartment and an external front organizer pocket. As a result, you have plenty of room for clothes, toiletries, gear, and other items. At the same time, the bag is compact enough to fit in under-seat and overhead storage compartments, including those of both domestic and international flights. And once you arrive at your destination, the bag is a breeze to transport, with a retractable handle system, a pair of transport wheels, and concealable backpack straps. The Tarmac Plus One also comes with a zip-off backpack with a 15-inch laptop sleeve--ideal for side trips to the coffeehouse while away from home.
Specifications:
Fabric: Helix Double Box, Helix Dual Ripstop, 1,680-denier ballistic, 210-denier nylon oxford
Capacity: 3,050 cubic inches
Modular capacity: 950 cubic inches
Dimensions: 14 by 19 by 15 inches (W x H x D)
Modular dimensions: 13 by 17.5 by 4 inches (W x H x D)
Weight: 8 pounds 8 ounces

About Eagle Creek Eagle Creek designs its product lines to make travel easier and more fun. Not surprisingly, the folks at Vista, California-based Eagle Creek travel the four corners of the world in their spare time. By yak, by Fiat, by bus, by fast train, or by airplane, Eagle Creek employees come back and figure out how their gear can work better in all of the above circumstances. Most importantly, the company listens to its well-traveled customers, who demand that their travel gear be smart, indestructible, and comfortable. That's why Eagle Creek builds every product with the highest-quality, most-reliable performance in mind. Every buckle, zipper, webbing, and fabric choice is scrutinized based on rigorous lab and field-testing. The company is also keenly aware of the environmental impact of its products, which is why it strives to minimize material waste and source and manufacture its products using the least harmful fabrics, trims, and packaging materials available.


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