Travellers are praising the £22 cabin bag that has ‘many different compartments’ and fits neatly under the seat
Flights are booked and passports are ready but, before you head to the airport, there’s one thing that could set you long-awaited holiday off on the wrong foot. Having a cabin bag that’s too big could mean unwanted delays and those dreaded extra gate fees.
With airlines like Ryanair, EasyJet, and Wizz Air strictly enforcing their strict under-seat ‘personal item’ rules, having a bag that fits the exact dimensions is crucial. If a passenger’s bag doesn’t fit under the seat, they could face last-minute charges.
There is a solution, however. The Lynxcher Backpack from Amazon could well be the perfect travel companion for anyone looking to zip through airport security without having to pay an extra penny. Measuring in at exactly 40 x 20 x 25cm, it’s been precision-engineered to fit Ryanair’s free cabin luggage allowance perfectly. No more sweating in the boarding queue or trying to shove an oversized rucksack into the metal sizer while a grumpy steward watches on.
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It’s a real bargain too, currently discounted by 15% just in time for the holiday season. Among the colour options, the sleek black version offers the best value, having dropped from £26.99 to £22.92.
Compact enough to fit under the seat on Ryanair and EasyJet, this backpack is surprisingly roomy inside. Its soft-sided design makes it easy to squish down so, as long as it’s not overfilled, it will slide through airport metal sizers without any fuss.
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The backpack is designed to fit neatly under the seat
This ingenious little bag unfolds exactly like a suitcase, making it simple to organise outfits and other items. It also boasts a clever section to keep footwear and electronics tidily separated, reports Bristol Live.
The integrated USB charging port is an absolute godsend for maintaining mobile phone battery life whilst travelling, whilst the convenient access compartment is ideal for tablets and notebooks. For extra protection, there’s an anti-theft rear pocket for securing passports, phones and other precious belongings.
Making lengthy trips more manageable, there’s a luggage strap attached to the bag that can slip over a wheeled suitcase handle. Creating a fuss-free travel-system arrangement, this makes it easy to remain hands-free while moving through the airport.
Another popular option amongst Ryanair travellers is the Cabin Max Metz 20L bag, that is also just the right size for the free Ryanair hand luggage allowance. Available in various colours, it’s currently on sale for £24.95 at Decathlon, down from £34.95.
Over at Dunelm, the Rock Backpack has been engineered to be lightweight to take us less weight allowance for more outfits. Available in a selection of colours, the range starts from £24 and buyers have called it an “excellent bag just the right size for cabin under-seat storage.”
Travellers who have already grabbed the discounted Amazon cabin bag have awarded it an outstanding 4.7 out of five-star rating on Amazon.
One delighted customer left a five-star review, stating: “Brilliant rucksack with so many different compartments to keep all of your belongings organised. The bag is sturdy and the waterproof pocket is handy to protect your clothes from accidental leaks. The security pocket is also brilliant, allowing you to store your phone, wallet and/or important documents safely between the bag itself and your back.”
Another buyer commented: “The Lynxcher cabin bag was exactly what I was looking for. It has a number of useful compartments for spare clothing etc, secure document and key storage and iPad pocket. The quality of the bag is excellent.”
A third simply said: “Fabulous little bag could fit lots of clothes in and toiletries. Five-stars from me!”
Some purchasers were less enthusiastic though, with a three-star review noting: “It’s a bit small compared to what I expected but it’s alright for me for a short trip of a few days.”
Another customer who was chuffed with the bargain rucksack noted: “Perfect size for EasyJet and because it’s square it takes much more than a conventional rucksack. When full it is quite heavy though, so perhaps too good for some of our less strong flying friends but it’s not a requirement to fill it! Lots of useful pockets.”