Hardshell Suitcase Packing:
Packing your luggage may seem like a simple process. However, this may
not be the case when you are packing a rigid suitcase. In the latter case,
there are some rules you must learn. The rules will help you strategically
place your things so they can all fit in one package. Here is a shortcut on how
you can pack a rigid suitcase.
Create your packing list
Write a list of all the necessary items you will need for your trip. If
possible, visualize how you will spend your vacation and all the things you
will need.
These will include shoes, clothing, toiletries, accessories, gadgets,
among other things. The packing list will help you not forget essential items.
If your rigid suitcase is small, you can prioritize what you need most and just
pack them.
Pack Less ... only what is necessary
In general, there are two types of travelers; the travelers that are always packing
light and the ones who wish they packed light.
If you are not used to traveling that much, you may want to cater to all
possible settings. Even unnecessary things will be in your case.
You can't pack extra
If this describes your packaging style, remember that this is a rigid
suitcase that will not expand to accommodate your unnecessary items. Always
know that when you are on vacation and you notice something is missing, you can
buy what you need at your destination. There may not be a one-size-fits-all
solution, but because of the limited space in your suitcase, you will have to
limit yourself.
Pack with a plan
There are many strategies for packing your rigid suitcase. In all these
strategies, there is no perfect method. You should be flexible and choose the
plan that suits your preferences.
Categories
The first step is to put the luggage into categories. For example, if
you have shoes, clothing, waterproof items like jackets, jewelry, medications,
and accessories differently.
The importance of doing this separation is that you can pack everything
strategically.
Dealing with heavy things and shoes
After knowing everything you will need, start packing the heaviest of
all. First, vertically place the suitcase - when standing. Then put the heavy
items on the bottom of your suitcase. This method makes the bag not too heavy.
Balance the case:
Distribute all heavy items evenly on both sides of the hard shell
suitcase to ensure it does not become unbalanced when standing. When it comes
to packing shoes, don't waste space.
Put your socks, shower caps, underwear, and other small items in your
boots. In cases where the shoes are dirty, put them in a clean plastic bag. The
plastic bag will help protect other items in the suitcase from dirt.
Roll and fold clothes
Some travelers prefer to roll their clothes, while others prefer to fold
them. However, the best way to pack your hard suitcase is to mix the two
styles. Garments that wrinkle easily tend to have a better shape when folded
On the other hand, for the clothes you choose to roll, they can be placed in the crevices and outside pockets around your bag. After placing the heavy items and shoes on the bottom, let the folded and rolled clothes be the second row.
Use packing cubes:
The packing cubes will help you to know the territories. They will also
help you stay as organized as possible. With the packing cubes, you will save a
lot of space in the rigid suitcase. If you are sharing the hard suitcase with
your partner, friend or brother, please use packing covers of a different
color. In this way, you will know where to put each person's equipment. Full
article about packing cubes.
Easily accessible Items:
For items that need easy access, put them in the outside pockets. These
can be things like sleepwear. Avoid overloading your suitcase. If you feel the
zippers tighten, open the box and check out what you can do without them. If
you don't do this, the zippers on the bag may break. You wouldn't want such a
scenario, would you?
Be sure to leave some space
Whether you are going for your honeymoon or a backpacking trip, you will
probably buy some souvenirs. So, when packing your luggage inside your rigid
suitcase, please leave some space.
This space
will also prevent your bag from bursting along its seams. With space, the
suitcase will be light to pull along, thus making your journey lighter and
easier.
Separate liquids from other items
Don't just throw your shampoo, toiletries, toothpaste, nail wash, and
any other liquid items in the suitcase. Who knows when the bottles will leak,
spill and dirty your clothes unexpectedly?
Instead, you can buy a toilet bag and put all of these items together.
If you don't have this small bag, consider having it and make your suitcase
environment safe. They are an intelligent investment
Carry Out a Final
Check
You don't
want to find out that you didn't desperately pack what you need. After you've
packed everything, it's time to make sure you've done all of your work
correctly.
Cross-check:
Go back to
the first step and cross-check what you wrote on the list with what you have
packed. Upon realizing that the zip of your suitcase cannot close up, reduce
some items, especially those that have are in two’s or more.
For example,
if your case is full and you have taken two sandals, consider removing one pair
of shoes. Start with a packing list and
end with a packing list.
