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June 17, 2008 Carry-on coping strategy
If you’ve read the posts below you know that the trends in luggage policy for the carry-on traveler are all in the wrong direction. Policies like American’s are going to drive unprepared novices to stuff checked-luggage loads into carryons of every size. This means full bins and persnickety gate agents - and even talk of the TSA taking over luggage enforcement. And you know that can’t be good. So, how to prepare? The light must get lighter. Be prepared to arrive at the airport one day soon to find a UK-style one-bag rule (no personal items). So, though it’s not required yet, plan as if your personal item has to fit in your main bag. That’s a start. Also, because the bins are filling up your legal carryon may not fit. Consider an undersized bag. Go soft-sided, no-wheels if you can. Rigid rollers are hard to stuff. These are trying time for the traveler. Be ready for anything in 2008.
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Don't forget that there is always space under the seat at your feet. Pack accordingly!
Yep, troubling times ahead and as you said you need to be ahead of the curve. Hence why i recently brought the following bag per your recommendations
http://www.ebags.co.uk/eastpak/retro_40/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=115808