The Samsonite luggage that survived a Texas thunderstorm is 65% off before Prime Day
Your suitcase should be able to roll with all the punches. Storms included.
If there is one brand we know is tough-as-steel, it's Samsonite. If there is a second thing we know, it's that this cult-favorite luggage line doesn't exactly throw deep discounts around. But right now — just before Amazon Prime Day — you can score Samsonite's nearly indestructible luggage for under $100. That's enough savings to cover a one-way ticket and airport snacks.
Don't take it from me. Listen to Kendall Cornish, our commerce editor, longtime travel expert, and now part-time cowgirl. After trekking down to Texas, she decided to put her spinable, hardshell Samsonite set through the ultimate test: ranch life. I mean, if Samsonite can survive hours bumping around the back of an ATV, this luggage can certainly handle a five-star resort in Paris.
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'Let's just say it wasn't a glam jet-set test. I used the carry-on as a daily gear tote for the ranch, hauling everything from horse riding gear to bottles of plant fertilizer, rolling it through gravel paths and hard-packed clay,' Cornish recounted in her full review. 'The medium spinner sat in the back of a dusty ATV for several days, during which there was a Texas-sized thunderstorm (whoops).'
There you have it. Whether you're heading off for a Fourth of July weekend away or braving the war zone known as TSA, these Samsonites are built to weather any storm, with sleek style, glide-like-a-dream wheels, and now, a pre-Prime Day price that won't send you into panic mode.
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The Samsonite Freeform 28″ Spinner offers a well-rounded option for travelers seeking lightweight (9.6 pounds), spacious (7.6″ x 20″ x 13″ interior), and stylish checked luggage. Its dual 360-degree spinner wheels provide smooth maneuverability, while the thoughtfully designed interior adds practical appeal. Backed by a 10-year warranty, it balances form and function at a competitive price point, especially while on sale. Available in several neutral shades and some brighter options, it's also remarkably easy to spot coming around the airport conveyor belt.
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