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Rolling bag with shoulder strap ?

I am in need of another carry on for my trip in May. I decided we would go with the rolling bag but it would be really nice to find one with a detachable shoulder strap for hauling it up stairs and such. Havent been able to find one yet. Does this sound like anything you have seen?

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Rick Steves has a new rolling back pack! Look at it in his travel store on this website.

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I usually use a rolling bag with a shoulder strap as my suitcase. My bag is a Delsey but is quite a few years old so they have likely changed the style. I suggest when looking at luggage you look at luggage intended for business travel carryon that will hold a lap top, etc. I just pack my clothes in it instead! I believe the dimensions of mine are about 9x14x16 inches, but I'd have to double check to be sure, well under the carry on rules. I love it because it is nothing to swing over my shoulder or cross body if I want my hands free. Most of the time I roll it as you indicate is your plan, and my 'personal item' slips over the handle. This Delsey usually weighs 17 pounds when it's packed. Have fun hunting!

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Thanks Gemma, Rick Steves bags only come with a shoulder strap for the backpack style, which to me is redundant. The Delsey bag that comes with a shoulder strap is not a full size carry one. Although the Delsey bags do look nice. Any other ideas ?
Thanks

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1068 posts

Hate to misread the question, but the new RS roller comes with a shoulder strap. Two in fact. They don't detach, but they do hide away. Most bags also come with handles for stairs etc. Not sure I've seen any with a detachable strap.

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Opps, once again I was not clear enough. I ws not refering to the backpack style straps. ITs the single over the shoulder straps like this one http://travelstore.ricksteves.com/catalog/index.cfm?fuseaction=product&theParentId=126&id=35 which only comes on the RS backpack/suitcase version.
I was hoping there was someother brand that also had something like this but with wheels. I imaging that all I need are the attachment points and I could use any strap.

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You may have a difficult time finding a roller bag with a single shoulder strap as the bags are often too heavy for one strap. Hope you find what you're looking for!