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ISPO Award Winner 2024: The Feather Flight Carry On Trolley from Kathmandu

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The Feather Flight Carry On trolley from Kathmandu redefines the travel experience: weighing just 1.6 kilograms and with a generous packing volume of 40 litres, it is one of the lightest carry-on suitcases in its class.

Dr. Regina Henkel Author: Dr. Regina Henkel
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Winner of the ISPO Award 2024: The Feather Flight Carry On from Kathmandu.
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The New Zealand outdoor brand, Kathmandu, drew on its experience in designing hiking backpacks to create this rolling case, using a design principle that emphasises lightness and stability. The triangular, grid-shaped Lattice structure in the hard shell saves weight and gives the pack a high degree of torsional rigidity. The shell is only 2.6 millimetres thick, yet it is extremely stable and durable. Such a lightweight makes it easy to carry, and glide effortlessly over cobblestones.

Focus on lightness and durability

Kathmandu uses 93 per cent recycled nylon 6 and combines it with recycled UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene). UHMWPE  is highly resistant to tearing and abrasion, meaning the trolley is highly durable and ensures an extended lifespan. All other details have been designed with weight and practicality in mind, including a mono handle that can be adjusted to three different lengths.

The hard shell of the suitcase is only 2.6 millimetres thick.
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Kathmandu

Perfect design in a carry-on size

The design offers maximum storage space for a carry-on size, with a volume of 40 litres. The 15" laptop compartment and zipped pockets make the trolley the perfect travel companion for a variety of adventures.

The product is specifically targeted at those looking for a lightweight travel option and is designed to meet the needs of the modern traveller. The Feather Flight is available in a range of colour options including Black Stingray, Dark Eddy and Hut Orange.

This convinced the jury:

  • Durability
  • Ultra-lightweight
  • Use of recycled materials
  • Optimum travel size, even for carry-on luggage
Kathmandu applies construction principles of hiking backpacks.
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Kathmandu

Statement from Kathmandu:

"We are so proud to present this ultra-light, super durable carry-on, designed with the purpose of giving travelers the largest amount of space for the least amount of weight. Kathmandu continues to push the boundaries of product innovation in the textiles industry, and our Feather Flight Carry On is a strong representation of our commitment to building thoughtfully designed, responsibly made gear. We are thrilled for this win and are looking forward to seeing travellers across the globe turn to the Feather Flight as a trusted travel companion.”
Karinda Robinson, General Manager of Product, Kathmandu
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Kathmandu

What the jury says:

"Wheeled suitcases are simply extremely practical for travelling, but their weight is sometimes a hindrance. This suitcase is extremely light and well proportioned to store everything you need."
Jury ISPO Award

For sales enquiries across Europe, please contact:

Etienne Lassus – Sales Manager Europe
etienne.lassus@kathmandu-eu.com
+33 617 194 788

Benedikt Nöth – Country Manager DACH
benedikt.noth@kathmandu-eu.com
+49 1763 1760 776


Max Wallder – Country Manager UK
max.wallder@kathmandu.co.uk
+44 7375 112 874

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Dr. Regina Henkel Author: Dr. Regina Henkel
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