Delsey is well known for their lightweight good value hardside uprights, so it’s no wonder that this Delsey Helium Aero 29 Inch Expandable Spinner Trolley is one of its most popular pieces of luggage.
The first thing that you notice about the Helium Aero collection is that the pieces look fresh and chic. The high gloss exterior gives them that expensive look and the chosen colors are appealing.
Once you scratch the surface, you’ll see that the 100% polycarbonate luggage is ultra lightweight and durable, and provide exceptional maneuverability because of their wide set double spinner wheels.
The interiors give you maximum organizational packing space, so you your luggage arrives intact and still tidy.
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Let’s take a look at the features, pros and cons of the largest upright in the collection, the Delsey Helium Aero 29 Inch Expandable Spinner Trolley.
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Features
- The 29” spinner measures 29″ x 19.5″ x 12.5″ and weighs 12 pounds and 8 ounces. The all around linear dimension is 61” – just under the maximum allowable checked baggage for international flights.
- The outer ridged shell is made of 100% polycarbonate and painted with a glossy metallic finish.
- The colors available are blue, platinum and red.
- There are four double spinner wide set wheels that provide 360 degree mobility and enhance maneuverability and stability to ensure minimal hand fatigue.
- The retracting handle can be locked into two positions via a single push button. The rod is made of industrial grade aluminium with the gripping handle molded into an ergonomic design.
- Top and side carry handles let you pick up and hoist the bag easily and lie down flat when not in use.
- The self-repairing double zippers lock into the integrated 3-dial TSA-approved lock, which comes with instructions to use.
- The fully lined interior contains two packing compartments to provide extra organizational packing. The lid compartment comes with a zippered divider for smaller items.
- The bag can expand an extra 2 inches via a nylon zippered edge if you need extra packing capacity.
- There are elastic criss-cross restraining straps that snap shut via buckles to keep your things in place.
- Features a 10 year limited warranty.
Pros
- Great value for the quality of the bag.
- It holds a lot even though it is a hardside and the expandable feature is very useful if you need to bring home your shopping!
- This checked bag can withstand the treatment given out by rough baggage handlers.
- The hardware, i.e. the wheels and pull handle are hardy.
- Easy to move about in tight spots.
- Ideal size for international checked baggage.
Cons
- Can pick up a few minor scratches and scuff marks if handled roughly, but most scuff marks will rub off easily.
Verdict
- For such a great price, this Delsey Helium Aero 29 Inch Expandable Spinner Trolley is definitely a good buy. While there may be better quality brands for hard shells, like Rimowa, there’s really nothing that comes close to the Delsy Helium Aero line in price.
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