Calpak Luggage Review: Is It Worth the Hype?
Calpak first caught my attention when I got my hands on its popular Luka duffel bag that had previously racked up a 44,000-person-deep waiting list. It quickly became my favorite weekender bag of all time, accompanying me on all of my NYC weekend getaways to New England and the Jersey Shore, and as my personal item on almost every flight I’ve taken over the past two years—and that was only the beginning of my love affair with Calpak. Since then, I’ve tried out a variety of bags and travel accessories from the brand and I’ve never been disappointed. As a chronic overpacker, I look for smart travel gear that offers me ample space, pockets, and ways to stay organized on the go—and Calpak gets it. My fellow Condé Nast Traveler editors agree: Calpak is consistently designing reliable and functional luggage that gets the job done in style.
Something else our editors love: Calpak has luggage for every type of traveler, whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast requiring durable, water-resistant bags, a runner looking for lightweight, functional gear, or a commuter who needs comfortable bags that are just as protective as they are aesthetically pleasing. And even better, Calpak proves you don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to get quality luggage that won’t break or dent after one run-in with baggage handlers’ less-than-gentle care.
Our editors spent the last several months testing checked suitcases, carry-ons, weekenders, and backpacks from top-selling brands as a part of our second annual Luggage Week. Among those brands was Calpak, the Los Angeles–based travel brand I’ve come to rely on, not only for long-haul flights, but for day-to-day transit, too. Below, we’ve gathered the best of the best from Calpak: the essential suitcases, weekenders, backpacks, and travel accessories that are absolutely worth the hype. Whether you’re a new traveler just starting their collection or a seasoned jet-setter searching for the latest and greatest gear, we have luggage recommendations from Calpak you’ll love.
This article is part of Condé Nast Traveler’s second annual Luggage Week, for which dozens of suitcases, backpacks, and weekender bags were road-tested by our editors.
The best luggage from Calpak:
Suitcases
Duffel bags
Backpacks and totes
Travel accessories
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
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