Customer Reviews

PATRIOT from Swiss Gear by Wenger Triple Gusset Rolling Computer Case w/ Removable Tote

5 star:		(69)
4 star:		(27)
3 star:		(12)
2 star:		(7)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

Many bags and dollars later, and came across this bag. It not only has the space and design needed for transporting a lot of design, presentations and electronic equipment but mort importantly, it has survived 100,000 miles of airport abuse! I would recommend it highly.

I read all the product reviews here on Amazon, and I have to admit that I was hesitant, given the complaints about the handle. But, given the Wenger reputation for quality (and personal experience with a Wenger laptop backpack - see MAXXUM from SwissGear by Wenger Computer Backpack Red), I bought one. I am very pleased with the bag and have no buyer's remorse whatsoever. The reputation for quality is well deserved.

As mentioned in other reviews, this bag has a ton of room. I am able to pack all my tech stuff in it as well as two full days worth of clothing without having to stuff it. The smaller laptop bag that fits inside the larger one is absolutely perfect for toting a 15.4" laptop with a power supply and a pad of paper. This works out great when traveling. I can leave the big stuff in the hotel and just bring the important stuff to the remote office.

The unit rolls very well. I can see what people had complained about as far as the handle is concerned, but it really isn't that bad. It may take a couple of pushes or pulls to get it to lock in place, but once it is in place, I haven't had any problems with it moving when it wasn't supposed to. It is such a minor issue that I wouldn't even begin to call it an inconvenience.

This thing is built like a tank. The zippers are very strong and all the seams are stitched very well. It's nice to take a brand new bag out of the box and not see loose strings hanging off the edges.

The one and only thing I could complain about, which isn't even the bag's fault, is that it just barely meets the size restrictions for carry-on luggage. It is pretty difficult to fit in most overhead airline storage bins. But like I said, that isn't the bag, it's the overhead airline storage bins.

I recommend this bag to any road warrior who wants an all-in-one solution for 1-3 day trips. This gets five stars and a thumb's up!

Until I found this case I thought I would have to buy a new computer roller case every 6 to 10 months. Every case I purchased before this one has had quality issues that ranged from flimsy telescoping handles to split zippers and ripped seams. This case has lasted over 2 years of local and long distance business travel and hundreds of roller miles! Banging upstairs and sliding over bumps and blacktop. The zippers are the strongest of any case I have seen. The sturdy telescoping handle is the first one I have not broken while pulling the case up over stairs and steps. I am in the process of buying a my second Wenger Case to replace the first one (The wheels are just about worn out) If I could just replace the wheels I would be good to go as the top of the case is still in very good condition. I highly recommend this case.

I recieved this bag as a Christmas gift. Wenger replaced my bag under warranty. It's a lifetime warranty, so nobody is out of luck.

These cases are expensive, so let's make Wenger put them right!

My replacement bag isn't much better. I've found that if you snap the handle up quickly while holding the button, it sometimes will extend normally.

The best bag I have used so far. Holds an enormous amount of stuff--I use it for my laptop and tons of psychological tests and files I need to take around on site. Plenty of compartments. I've over-stuffed it and contrary to some other reviews, the zippers are fine and the handle does click and lock into place properly on mine. It also rolls very easily even with a ton of weight in it. Very pleased...

I have now used this bag for two years in every conceivable kind of weather, dragged it through snow in northern Vermont, dropped the handle in clumsiness as I tripped over my own feet etc. I still keep it overstuffed and throw it carelessly in the back of my car. And it is going strong! This is one terrific purchase. I've never had a bag last this long and be this trouble free.

I checked out many cases in the stores. This is the only one I've, found that has all the space I needed, and all the features I wanted. The seperate laptop case (included) is a wonderful feature too. I'm in the insurance business, and use my case about 3-4 times a day. I'm very rough on my stuff, but this case shows no sign of wear and tear. I highly recommend this product to anyone, and by using Amazon.com, I saved about $50 bucks.

This computer bag is large enough to carry a 15.4" wide laptop, files and optional devices in addition to overnight articles. It easily fits in the overhead compartments on airplanes. The option to use the small computer bag that comes with the roller bag is a huge plus. Highly recommended.

I allways have a shoulder ache because the lap top bag. After I bought this bag is easy to travel and no more shouder ache.
It has enought space and fits perfect on plain and bus luggage compartment.
I recommned it for frecuent travelers.

This bag has the perfect layout and assortment of partitions and compartments. The price was great IMO. BUT.....the telescoping handle doesn't stay up. You extend it, take a walk and the thing collapses as you walk along. The little spring-loaded buttons which are supposed to lock the sections don't hold - making it useless as a tote and too heavy as a briefcase. Too bad.

As has been noted by many reviewers, this is a very large capacity 2-part system with several nice features marred by a mediocre telescoping handle. However, since there isn't an equivalent bag on the market with a great telescoping handle, what are you going to do? Like many things in life, you learn to work around it.


The two bags combined are also surprisingly light given their vast capacity. I examined several equivalent products that could not contain as much and yet weighed quite a bit more.

Overall, if you need to cart a bunch of stuff around, this is about as good as it gets.