Skyway Luggage Review: Lightweight Suitcases On A Budget

Skyway Eastlake Luggage

Skyway makes some seriously light and affordable luggage and the Eastlake range is their flagship range when it comes to that.

Here are the quick specs on the 3 sizes you can buy with the Mirage:

• 22 inch Carry-on Suitcase – 9.5 x 14.2 x 22.5 inches @ 8.5 lbs
• 28 inch Checked Suitcase – 10.8 x 18.2 x 28 inches @ 8.2 lbs
• 32 inch Checked Suitcase – 11.5 x 20.5 x 32 inches @ 12.5 lbs

As you can see from the weights, they are extremely light cases.

If you compare the with the Maxlite 5 from Travelpro (which is also super-light) except for the carry-on, which for some reason seems to be about the same weight as the 28-inch model. Maybe they put in some extra pockets?

The Features

These cases are light, but also have all the standard soft case features you would expect

• 4 spinner wheels for easy maneuvering
• 2 Zippered front pockets
• Deep internal compartment that is easy to access and pack in
• Lockable zippers
• Expander zipper for those who overpack or bring home extra souvenirs

Skyway Nimbus 2.0 Luggage

The Nimbus series is hard case luggage that opens clamshell-style for packing in two convenient halves. Made from strong ABS material, it is a little heavier than the Mirages above but has a stronger protective exterior.

• 20 inch Carry on – 19.5″ x 14″ x 8.5″ @ 7 lbs, 9oz
• 24 inch Checked Case – 24″ x 17″ x 9.5″ @ 9 lbs, 3oz
• 28 inch Checked Case – 28″ x 19″ x 10″ @ 8 lbs, 8oz

As you can see from the weights, they are quite light pieces of luggage, although if you want to go insanely light, you can look no further than the Samsonite Firelite and Cosmolite series.

The Samsonites are more expensive of course, so the Nimbus is a great compromise!

Packed With Features

The hard cases work a little differently as everything needs to be on the inside, however, you still get quite a few nice features:

• Top section mesh zippered cover
• Bottom section compression straps and side zippered pocket (for smaller items)
• Expandable packing with a zippered-expander
• Smooth 360 spinner wheels
• Gel cushioned handles

Skyway Epic Luggage

The Epic series is softshell luggage is a more luxurious version of Skyway’s Eastlake cases above. You get all the same kind of features plus a few more. So, if you want to spend a little more and have extra comfort on your travels, this is the suitcase for you.

These cases are also quite a bit lighter than the Eastlake cases, so you get even more (or in this case less :>) for your money. However, just keep in mind these suitcases use old-school skate wheels and not 4 spinners like more modern cases, the Eastlake and Nimbus included.

• 21 inch Carry on – 7 x 14 x 21 inches @ 6.2 lbs
• 25 inch Checked Case – 11 x 19 x 27.5 inches @ 7.65 lbs
• 28 inch Checked Case – 10 x 19 x 28 inches @ 10.9 lbs

Packed With Features

• Lightweight, durable, and abrasion-resistant material
• Multistage collapsable handle with ergonomic grip
• 2 in-line skate wheels
• Expandable packing with a zippered-expander (2 inches)
• Gel cushioned handles

Other Skyway Luggage

The Mirage and Nimbus are two of Skyway’s bestselling products, but they also have a couple of others you might want to check out such as the

Skyway Sigma

Skyway Kennewick Carry on