Luggage Shopper|Your Questions, Our Answers
Feb
09
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Justin Stewart asked:
You just brought that brand new bike home and as you’re standing there admiring not only the appearance of it, but the sweet deal you got on it as well, you noticed that something was missing. You are planning on taking an extensive two-week road trip within the next month, but there isn’t enough storage on that bike to accommodate your needs, especially with clothing, food, and gear.
Now you’re confronted with a dilemma. You’ve already decided that you want the matching saddle bags and trunk that are available through the manufacturer (which you should have done when you ordered the bike). However, it’s too late to do that now since they won’t arrive in time for that road trip. So you’ve decided to purchase some used motorcycle luggage for the time being.
You wouldn’t normally worry about buying new equipment, but you are concerned about buying it used. Whether you have decided on hard or soft luggage, purchasing the equipment used is a great way to save a few bucks and still be able to take off on that long awaited trip that is right around the corner. So, just to throw you a little advice, here are 5 tips to help you make that purchase.
Tip #1 - Educate yourself on the different types of motorcycle luggage. First of all, motorcycle luggage is classified in two categories — hard and soft. Then there are the subcategories — saddlebags, tank bags, and trunks. These come in a variety of materials, but leather is always recommended most.
Tip #2 - Don’t over-purchase the luggage. A lot of new riders (and even some experienced ones) make the mistake of buying more motorcycle luggage than what is necessary. Even when you are purchasing used luggage, this still equates to wasting your money. Additionally, there is the issue of overwhelming the bike with more than what is necessary, and this could result in the bike becoming unstable.
Tip #3 - If you want to find used motorcycle luggage, the first place to shop is at a used motorcycle dealer. Makes sense to me. There are used motorcycle parts shops that you can visit as well. Despite these venues, probably the easiest way to shop for used luggage is online, but there are no guarantees that the items will fit properly.
Tip #4 - Ride your bike on that shopping excursion. Common sense would tell you that this is the best way to ensure that what you purchase fits properly and therefore eliminates any guesswork, which I feel is like making assumptions. And we all know the outcome when we assume things, don’t we?
Tip #5 - Once you have found the motorcycle luggage you want, give it a thorough inspection. Four things to make sure of:
- all the locks lock properly and all the zippers zip easily (and stay zipped)
- if there is a lock (or locks), make sure you get the right key (or keys)
- there are no rips, tears, or unstitched seams in the material
- there are no problems with any of the brackets or clips closing when it comes to mounting, and securing the luggage
Ande Fishing Rods
You just brought that brand new bike home and as you’re standing there admiring not only the appearance of it, but the sweet deal you got on it as well, you noticed that something was missing. You are planning on taking an extensive two-week road trip within the next month, but there isn’t enough storage on that bike to accommodate your needs, especially with clothing, food, and gear.
Now you’re confronted with a dilemma. You’ve already decided that you want the matching saddle bags and trunk that are available through the manufacturer (which you should have done when you ordered the bike). However, it’s too late to do that now since they won’t arrive in time for that road trip. So you’ve decided to purchase some used motorcycle luggage for the time being.
You wouldn’t normally worry about buying new equipment, but you are concerned about buying it used. Whether you have decided on hard or soft luggage, purchasing the equipment used is a great way to save a few bucks and still be able to take off on that long awaited trip that is right around the corner. So, just to throw you a little advice, here are 5 tips to help you make that purchase.
Tip #1 - Educate yourself on the different types of motorcycle luggage. First of all, motorcycle luggage is classified in two categories — hard and soft. Then there are the subcategories — saddlebags, tank bags, and trunks. These come in a variety of materials, but leather is always recommended most.
Tip #2 - Don’t over-purchase the luggage. A lot of new riders (and even some experienced ones) make the mistake of buying more motorcycle luggage than what is necessary. Even when you are purchasing used luggage, this still equates to wasting your money. Additionally, there is the issue of overwhelming the bike with more than what is necessary, and this could result in the bike becoming unstable.
Tip #3 - If you want to find used motorcycle luggage, the first place to shop is at a used motorcycle dealer. Makes sense to me. There are used motorcycle parts shops that you can visit as well. Despite these venues, probably the easiest way to shop for used luggage is online, but there are no guarantees that the items will fit properly.
Tip #4 - Ride your bike on that shopping excursion. Common sense would tell you that this is the best way to ensure that what you purchase fits properly and therefore eliminates any guesswork, which I feel is like making assumptions. And we all know the outcome when we assume things, don’t we?
Tip #5 - Once you have found the motorcycle luggage you want, give it a thorough inspection. Four things to make sure of:
- all the locks lock properly and all the zippers zip easily (and stay zipped)
- if there is a lock (or locks), make sure you get the right key (or keys)
- there are no rips, tears, or unstitched seams in the material
- there are no problems with any of the brackets or clips closing when it comes to mounting, and securing the luggage
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Feb
07
Kimberly asked:
If I pack an aerosol can in my luggage, will it explode during flight due to the pressure while flying?
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If I pack an aerosol can in my luggage, will it explode during flight due to the pressure while flying?
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Feb
07
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anonymous asked:
buying luggage seem like buying a car nowadays? Well, with all the regulations and high prices for extra weight, not to mention the check-in baggage fees, it’s wise to shop around online and off line before purchasing your luggage travel companion. This time will be well spent, especially if you find a piece of luggage (weather leather, aluminum, or otherwise) that will last you throughout the years during your many trips on business and vacation. There are many factors you have to check before committing to purchase this bag, so make sure you take a list with you to the luggage shop if you are purchasing it from a physical store (as opposed to online).
Furthermore, leather is perceived as classy and a sign of success, so if you have the budget for leather luggage, why not put it to good use and show that you truly have arrived? You are on vacation, and have earned the right to take a break, so you should get to make full use of your break and travel in style. Leather is a fine material that is very versatile, and can come in many prints, so go ahead and splurge a little, especially when you can buy a good piece of luggage on sale and still look you spent a lot of money on it.
People wrongly think that leather luggage is just too expensive and steer clearly away from it. If they just look for the right bargain at the right time, they could get a beautiful luggage bag that is affordable, durable and classy looking. Although it may be a bit costly, it should not be unattainable. Maybe it may seem a little extravagant if you are looking to purchase a Louis Vuitton leather bag, but there are plenty of brands that are still designer and affordable too. For example, according to a recent Consumer Reports’ article, the Delsey luggage carry on bag (which retails for approximately $67.00) outperformed many other brands when it was tested for durability and inside space.
These discount luggage pieces, made of nylon, aluminum or leather, will be just as durable and good looking to take along with you on your journey.
Just by going to any Costco or Sam’s Club (if you have the membership), you can find some great deals, especially if it’s a long weekend. If it’s not a sale day, then try to purchase the floor (or “demo”) model, which will be offered at a considerably low price and is usually just as good as a fresh new piece out of the box (with the exception of a few thousand fingerprints that are invisible to the naked eye). If your total budget does not allow you to buy the entire set, then just buy 1 or 2 bags from the set now and wait a few more months to purchase the remaining bags from the set. If you tend to travel light or are only going away for a few days, you may consider simply buying a carry on bag with a smaller luggage suitcase.
Most quality luggage lines are pretty consistent with their sets, so if you only need a few items now, you can purchase those and gradually build up your leather luggage collection the way many people build their fine china collections.
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buying luggage seem like buying a car nowadays? Well, with all the regulations and high prices for extra weight, not to mention the check-in baggage fees, it’s wise to shop around online and off line before purchasing your luggage travel companion. This time will be well spent, especially if you find a piece of luggage (weather leather, aluminum, or otherwise) that will last you throughout the years during your many trips on business and vacation. There are many factors you have to check before committing to purchase this bag, so make sure you take a list with you to the luggage shop if you are purchasing it from a physical store (as opposed to online).
Furthermore, leather is perceived as classy and a sign of success, so if you have the budget for leather luggage, why not put it to good use and show that you truly have arrived? You are on vacation, and have earned the right to take a break, so you should get to make full use of your break and travel in style. Leather is a fine material that is very versatile, and can come in many prints, so go ahead and splurge a little, especially when you can buy a good piece of luggage on sale and still look you spent a lot of money on it.
People wrongly think that leather luggage is just too expensive and steer clearly away from it. If they just look for the right bargain at the right time, they could get a beautiful luggage bag that is affordable, durable and classy looking. Although it may be a bit costly, it should not be unattainable. Maybe it may seem a little extravagant if you are looking to purchase a Louis Vuitton leather bag, but there are plenty of brands that are still designer and affordable too. For example, according to a recent Consumer Reports’ article, the Delsey luggage carry on bag (which retails for approximately $67.00) outperformed many other brands when it was tested for durability and inside space.
These discount luggage pieces, made of nylon, aluminum or leather, will be just as durable and good looking to take along with you on your journey.
Just by going to any Costco or Sam’s Club (if you have the membership), you can find some great deals, especially if it’s a long weekend. If it’s not a sale day, then try to purchase the floor (or “demo”) model, which will be offered at a considerably low price and is usually just as good as a fresh new piece out of the box (with the exception of a few thousand fingerprints that are invisible to the naked eye). If your total budget does not allow you to buy the entire set, then just buy 1 or 2 bags from the set now and wait a few more months to purchase the remaining bags from the set. If you tend to travel light or are only going away for a few days, you may consider simply buying a carry on bag with a smaller luggage suitcase.
Most quality luggage lines are pretty consistent with their sets, so if you only need a few items now, you can purchase those and gradually build up your leather luggage collection the way many people build their fine china collections.
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Feb
04
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Remy LeBeau asked:
Aside from luggages, there are also a lot of logo items for travel that you can choose from. If your marketing budget is a bit limited, or you are faced with a target market with a large population, then promotional travel kits and accessories are the giveaways for you. From the crude ear plugs to the high-tech security proximeter, all the items in these collection have one goal in mind, and that goal is to make the travel experience of your recipients as comfortable as possible. Thus, logo travel accessories, with their practical functionality coupled with an affordable price range, make these promo items efficient giveaways in promoting your business.
Another cheap but practical promotional travel item is the logo luggage tag. Luggage tags are great giveaways for the jet-setting segments because they are useful, and, at the same time, affordable — helping you maximize your marketing budget. Another important feature of promotional luggage tags is that they are one of those items that most people find useful but do not take the time to buy one for themselves. Thus, by distributing luggage tags as promotional gifts, you are guaranteed that most of your recipients will appreciate your giveaway, a practical item that “they have always wanted to buy”.
As the world continuously becomes smaller, the business arena also becomes harsher. Today, competitors are not limited to the neighborhood stores because technology has transformed the whole world into a one big market place. But this enhanced business evolution, aside from stacking a mountain load of threats, has also provided new opportunities that we can use in order for our business to survive and flourish. Thus, as marketers, our primary goal is to be able to see these business opportunities that the evolving arena will bring.
Globalize your brand with logo luggage and promotional luggage tags. Today’s world demands a high degree of travel: domestic and international, for business or leisure, by boat, by plane or by bus. One way or another everyone finds themselves en route to a place other than their hometown. Your company can take advantage of this constant movement via branded travel items. Promo products such as logo luggage or promotional luggage tags can help virally spread the word about your company to a number of different cities, and even different countries all together.
Mitchell Fishing Rods
Aside from luggages, there are also a lot of logo items for travel that you can choose from. If your marketing budget is a bit limited, or you are faced with a target market with a large population, then promotional travel kits and accessories are the giveaways for you. From the crude ear plugs to the high-tech security proximeter, all the items in these collection have one goal in mind, and that goal is to make the travel experience of your recipients as comfortable as possible. Thus, logo travel accessories, with their practical functionality coupled with an affordable price range, make these promo items efficient giveaways in promoting your business.
Another cheap but practical promotional travel item is the logo luggage tag. Luggage tags are great giveaways for the jet-setting segments because they are useful, and, at the same time, affordable — helping you maximize your marketing budget. Another important feature of promotional luggage tags is that they are one of those items that most people find useful but do not take the time to buy one for themselves. Thus, by distributing luggage tags as promotional gifts, you are guaranteed that most of your recipients will appreciate your giveaway, a practical item that “they have always wanted to buy”.
As the world continuously becomes smaller, the business arena also becomes harsher. Today, competitors are not limited to the neighborhood stores because technology has transformed the whole world into a one big market place. But this enhanced business evolution, aside from stacking a mountain load of threats, has also provided new opportunities that we can use in order for our business to survive and flourish. Thus, as marketers, our primary goal is to be able to see these business opportunities that the evolving arena will bring.
Globalize your brand with logo luggage and promotional luggage tags. Today’s world demands a high degree of travel: domestic and international, for business or leisure, by boat, by plane or by bus. One way or another everyone finds themselves en route to a place other than their hometown. Your company can take advantage of this constant movement via branded travel items. Promo products such as logo luggage or promotional luggage tags can help virally spread the word about your company to a number of different cities, and even different countries all together.
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