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In a time when consumers are having buyer\u2019s remorse buying luggage from their Instagram feed, Travelpro introduces Optima, an ultra-resilient hardside collection that looks as good as it glides. Backed by nearly 40 years of proven expertise, the pilot-founded brand crafted Optima for the realities of modern travel – from tight connections to nonstop itineraries – delivering enduring strength and a signature glide engineered for effortless movement, even hands-free.<\/p>\n
At the center of Optima is Travelpro\u2019s glide, unmatched in the industry and absurdly smooth. Thanks to a patented PrecisionGlide\u00ae System, the bag tracks straight and moves effortlessly with you, giving you the freedom to go hands-free when you need to rebook your flight, answer an email or grab a coffee.<\/p>\n
\u201cOptima excels unlike any other in the industry because we\u2019ve obsessed for decades about talking to the most frequent travelers \u2013 from pilots to executives to busy parents who want to show their kids the world \u2013 so each feature is specially crafted to keep their life moving beautifully,\u201d said Jennie Kaylie, Travelpro\u2019s Head of Marketing & Product. \u201cReal performance shows up when you\u2019re navigating a crowded airport with kids in tow, or racing to get through TSA, because the last thing you need is a wobbly wheel slowing you down or a zipper that won\u2019t zip. And we\u2019re already hearing from travelers that Optima performs where it counts, calling it \u2018the perfect bag,\u2019 with wheels that \u2018glide so effortlessly it practically rolls itself.\u2019 That\u2019s what happens when performance is built into every detail.\u201d<\/p>\n
Optima isn\u2019t only made to move, it\u2019s backed by extensive testing to hold up to the realities of travel, rather than perfect conditions. Crafted from lightweight, ultra-durable polypropylene (the same material used in car bumpers and bike helmets), the sleek shell is built to bounce back and returns to shape instead of breaking, handling everything from jammed overhead bins to being tossed into cargo holds.<\/p>\n
Inside, it\u2019s designed the same way: for how people actually pack and live on the road. Whether that\u2019s multiple outfits for a girls\u2019 trip, an extra pair of sneakers for exploring, or suits and swimsuits for a bleisure trip, Optima adapts without forcing trade-offs. Removable compression panels, a 2-inch expansion, a built-in TSA lock, and water-resistant compartments keep everything secure, accessible, and exactly where you need it.<\/p>\n
Optima launches alongside Travelpro\u2019s \u201cMade to Move\u201d campaign, anchored by a simple insight: When travel gets real, Travelpro is designed to help you go further \u2013 both physically and in life. The campaign captures the unfiltered, and sometimes humorous, moments that define travel and how the right luggage makes it easier and effortless.<\/p>\n
Available in Black, Horizon Blue, and Tibetan Red, Optima includes carry-on and checked sizes, each backed by Travelpro\u2019s Built for a Lifetime Warranty. The collection is available now (04\/30) at Travelpro.com, with prices ranging from $265 to $345.<\/p>\n