I’ve packed it), I see the virtues of hard-shell suitcases over soft-sided options. A hard-side suitcase will shield what’s inside of it from sudden drops or bangs, where a soft-side offers ...

Hard-shell luggage provides a durable space for your items during travel. It comes in various sizes and matches for organizational purposes.

But not all hard-shell suitcases are created equal. Some are sleek and smart; others are glorified boxes with a logo slapped on the front. So we packed them, rolled them, scuffed them up ...

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By Tobie Stanger In Consumer Reports’ recent tests of hard-shell carry-on luggage, two inexpensive bags beat out suitcases ...