Hand luggage for plane

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Jd843
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Hand luggage for plane

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Hi

Can anyone recommend a good bag to take as hand luggage on a cycling holiday? In other words, a bag big enough for cycling shoes, helmet, etc, but small enough to meet cabin bag requirements?

I've found it awkward in the past to use a normal rucksack because the compartments aren't sized in the right way. I've come across the KitBrix CityBrix bag, which fits the bill, but is expensive at £120.

Thanks in advance
Jdsk
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Re: Hand luggage for plane

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Does it need to fit in a pannier or similar after the flight?

NB Airline size restrictions aren't standardised.

As a general purpose cabin bag I use an Eagle Creek Pilot EXP. Hard back with wheels but soft expandable front. Excellent.

Jonathan
Jd843
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Re: Hand luggage for plane

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Jdsk wrote: 18 May 2022, 11:39am Does it need to fit in a pannier or similar after the flight?

NB Airline size restrictions aren't standardised.

As a general purpose cabin bag I use an Eagle Creek Pilot EXP. Hard back with wheels but soft expandable front. Excellent.

Jonathan
No, it doesn't need to fit in a pannier. To be more specific on dimensions, my airline's restrictions are 45 x 36 x 20 cm.
simonhill
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Re: Hand luggage for plane

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So this is just to take your gear to a start and maybe back?? No cycling involved.

At the bottom of the scale a Chinese laundry bags would do, but a small barrel bag is more substantial or a holdall.

I have a whole collection of small bags, bought at the end of tours in Asia. Usually cost about 3 quid for a cheapo holdall. Probably a bit more here, but plenty of bargains to be had in markets or 'sell everything' shops.

Edit: I normally go for a bag with a shoulder strap as much easier to carry.
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