Seeking a waterproof work bag on wheels

January 8, 2019 9:24 AM

I'd like to get my wife a new work bag. Must be: waterproof (or nearly), lightweight, good sturdy wheels, and not too gigantic (think a big briefcase or small suitcase). Any recommendations?

We're in Vancouver, hence the waterproof part.

She has a history of back injuries, hence the need for wheels and lightness (can't lift heavy stuff), and the unfeasibility of a backpack.

We're also in an area with cobblestones, so cheap wheels won't cut it.

She likes a plainish appearance, but that part is secondary to functionality.

I'm willing to pay a fair chunk for it, so for the sake of argument consider money no object.

Thanks!

posted by Beardman to Shopping (2 answers total)

Have you spent much time looking at rolling briefcases? That seems like the right category but it'd be hard to narrow it down without a little more information on what she likes/doesn't about different ones. As far as durability, good luggage brands are also going to make good briefcases - and Briggs & Riley is probably hands-down the best (both durable and excellently-warrantied) luggage brand.

Also, what is lightweight to you? Unfortunately good sturdy wheels are also pretty heavy, so you might want to decide how much of a balance you want between those two factors.
posted by mosst at 12:31 PM on January 8, 2019 [1 favorite]

I'd add in Zero Halliburton and Rimowa to the list of cases; they're hard-sided, lightweight, and can get rained on without ill effect.
posted by BReed at 11:20 PM on January 8, 2019