If your bag needs wheels, it is, by definition, not a carry-on.

So tired of people bringing massive bags in the plane that they cannot lift into the overhead bin.

Pack lighter

Or

Check your bags

If you downvote…check which sub you are in

    • AA5B@lemmy.worldEnglish
      1·
      3 months ago

      At first I thought the same: wheels are a convenience so that’s fine as long as it fits, but ….

      If people can’t lift their luggage to the overhead bin …

      It’s not just whether it fits but there’s an expectation of self-service. Your luggage not only has to fit in the overhead, but you need to get it there, preferably without unnecessarily obstructing others. If you need wheels, then you’re not going to self-service.

    • coffee_with_cream@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
      512·
      3 months ago

      The wheels are definitely about the weight. They promote packing heavier and more, since the owner doesn’t have to physically carry it through the airport. I bet you most of those wheeled bags are 40+ pounds.

      • Bangs42@lemmy.worldEnglish
        8·
        3 months ago

        Counterpoint.

        I have a piece of luggage that I love. It is, to within an inch in each dimension, as big as any airline I fly will let on as carry-on (I’ve seen people carry on larger, but mine is within the stated limits). I can carry it fully packed to the point of nearly bursting, and have done so when one of the wheels was broken.

        But it has wheels, so if they’re functioning, why shouldn’t I use them?