I fancy myself a minimalist traveler, packing only what I need and not a hair more. But sometimes — on dive trips, backpacking expeditions, or when I just have to have my travel-size billiard table — I don’t have a choice. I just have to pack more.
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On those occasions, a solid, dedicated gear bag is often the only way to fly (literally). Enter the Pivotal Soft Case rolling gear and travel bag. It’s a well-built, smartly designed gear bag with a clever built-in twist.
What sets the Soft Case apart from similar bags is the patented PIVOT-GRIP™ handle. This unique feature rotates 360 degrees to reduce arm and wrist strain during travel.
Check it in action:
Other features include:
- Two large all-terrain wheels provide smooth rolling action
- Main compartment offers a divider support system that easily snaps into place providing separate packing sections or simply folds down to provide maximum capacity
- Two external “quick-grab” side pockets and a front accessory pocket for last minute items
- Internal strap secures packed gear
- Large internal zippered pocket
- Weighs only 10.7 lbs.
At 14″ x 12″ x 36″, it’s large enough to hold just about anything you could possibly pack for an adventurous getaway. The kicker is that it folds relatively flat-ish so it’s easy to stow out of sight when you return home.
Pricing + Availability
Available now in four distinct color options for around $250 (USD) directly from Pivotal.