Anyone used Sub-0-G luggage ???

bribrian

Very interested in this super-lightweight luggage & wondered if anyone had some feedback on how it performs............
thanks...

ERICS_MUM

Good question, I'd like to know too. I've got a loft full of suitcases that weigh a ton even when empty!

Linda

nlwsaint

Hi, I bought one of the large sub O cases last summer. I used it to go to on holiday twice last year & it was great. The only problem was that the first time I used it, the foam that covers the handles got a little scuffed & some of it came off in transit. I wasn't too bothered by that as it was still usuable. The second time, I noticed a large tear in the fabric. I rang up Sub 0 to complain & was told that as it covered by guarantee, I could simply return it to where I bought it from & get it replaced with another one. Apparently, they have since improved the fabric used & the one I purchased was one of the original batches. I have yet to take it back as I haven't had time & I can't find the original receipt (not sure if they will replace it without one). I would love to get another one( if they have indeed improved the fabric) as it's so light & you can fit lots into it.

bribrian

I was under the impression that the 10 year guarantee only covered manufacturing defects & not airline accidents/rips........... That's my worry as they do seem so flimsy & then the 10yr cover means nothing if it gets ripped to bits in the plane hold.........

bribrian

One other question... I've seen them in Argos & Matalan but does anyone know anywhere else that sells them 'cheap' & in all the colours... ta... :beer:

nlwsaint

If they are claiming that they are aware that the original fabric had problems, is that not a manufacturing defect? I hope so. I really must take it back & find out. I will be really upset if they don't replace it as I really liked it. I got mine from TJHughes but not sure if you have one by you. They were much cheaper than Matalan at the time.

bribrian

Unfortunately TJHughes isn't here yet, although a store opens in Belfast in May (i think) but looking on their site it's the same price as Argos. I'll wait & see if Argos do their voucher offer again & maybe chance one then...

photome

nlwsaint wrote: »

Hi, I bought one of the large sub O cases last summer. I used it to go to on holiday twice last year & it was great. The only problem was that the first time I used it, the foam that covers the handles got a little scuffed & some of it came off in transit. I wasn't too bothered by that as it was still usuable. The second time, I noticed a large tear in the fabric. I rang up Sub 0 to complain & was told that as it covered by guarantee, I could simply return it to where I bought it from & get it replaced with another one. Apparently, they have since improved the fabric used & the one I purchased was one of the original batches. I have yet to take it back as I haven't had time & I can't find the original receipt (not sure if they will replace it without one). I would love to get another one( if they have indeed improved the fabric) as it's so light & you can fit lots into it.

You shouldnt need a receipt to swop it if it was defective. I bought a Tripp case from Debenhams and the lock broke after a couple of years, i took it back and swopped it without a receipt.

misgrace

What do these cases weigh empty? and how much do they cost.

Reason being was I saw some in a bag shop, you know the type, sells expensive bags and suitcases, was just glancing in as you do, and there was a card on them saying the lightest suitcase there is, or something along those lines.
It went on to say the case weighs 2.5 kg., but couldnt see a price on them.

I have a very large case that I take on holiday, and that weighs empty, 5 kilos, which is double the weight of above, so am wondering if the extra money is worth the extra 5 pounds.:(

I remember talking to someone about 3 years ago that there is a suitcase that weighs 1 kg, but costs near on £100.:eek:

bribrian

The largest (87.5 litres & weighs 2.7kg) is £49.99 in Argos...
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/2863616/Trail/searchtext%3ESUB+0+G.htm

stoneman

Wow, that is one ugly suitcase, and 87 Ltrs. is peanuts. OH Has 3 Wakamatzus at 105 Ltrs. each