Should have bought years ago!
"I travel at least two weeks of month if not more. I have tried several brands of suitcases and backpacks. It warnt until my started having back issues that I considered the splurge on Briggs & Riley, specifically because of its J Hook strap system that conveniently attaches to this luggage. I purchased the briefcase as well, giving up carrying a backpack on my luggage or shoulder. It’s so worth it! To not have the weight of a backpack sitting on top of a carry on is fantastic. I thought their patented compression system wouldn’t be as good as it sounds but it is. I have packed a week’s worth of winter clothes in my suitcase, closed it, pushed it down as instructed, and could still get it in the overhead of a regional carrier. Other brands that “expand” I cannot do this with. Highly recommend."