CYGNET Carry-On / Backpack
CYGNET Carry-On / Backpack
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The Cygnet converts from rolling suitcase to backpack in under a minute without tools, recommended by Business Traveler Magazine for its ingenious versatility. With foam-padded sides that stand independently, hide-away backpack straps that work even with wheels attached, and a 28-liter capacity, this carry-on is hand-sewn in Schenectady, NY to be your ultimate convertible travel companion.
Specifications
| Dimensions | Capacity | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 24"H x 13.5"W x 6"D | 28 liters | 6.8 lbs |
Features:
- Material: Water-resistant, washable fabrics (including Diamond Ripstop)
- Convertible design: Converts from rolling to backpack in under a minute without tools
- Four carry options: Rolling, hide-away backpack straps, hand-grip, removable shoulder strap
- Hide-away backpack straps: Use as backpack even with wheels attached
- Foam-padded sides: Stands independently and maintains shape
- Two main compartments: Organized storage for clothes and gear
- Padded laptop compartment: Protected storage for electronics
- Carry-on size: Perfect 24" x 13.5" x 6" dimensions
- Recommended by Business Traveler Magazine: Recognized for versatile design
- Made in USA: Handcrafted in Schenectady, New York of domestic and imported materials
Perfect For:
- Business travelers - Roll through airports, backpack through cities
- Weekend trips - 28-liter capacity for short getaways
- International travel - Carry-on compliant size
- Urban explorers - Convert to backpack for stairs and cobblestones
- Commuters - Laptop compartment and versatile carry options
- Anyone who values versatility - Four carry options for any situation
What Makes the CYGNET Special
Crafted by Hand in Upstate New York
- Hand-sewn by skilled craftspeople - Each CYGNET is made by experienced sewers in our Schenectady factory
- 50+ years of expertise - We've been perfecting convertible luggage design since 1970
- Precision construction - Every seam, every stitch placed with care and attention
- Made in America - Supporting American manufacturing and American jobs
- Quality you can feel - From the sturdy wheels to the padded compartments, craftsmanship shows in every detail
Completely Convertible, Ingeniously Designed
- Converts in under a minute - Remove from wheel assembly without tools
- Hide-away backpack straps - Use as backpack even with wheels attached for ultimate versatility
- 28-liter capacity - Perfect carry-on size (24" x 13.5" x 6") for weekend trips
- Foam-padded sides - Stands independently and maintains shape when packed
- Four carry options - Rolling, backpack, hand-grip, or shoulder strap
- Recommended by Business Traveler Magazine - Recognized for ingenious versatility
The Tough Traveler Difference
Since 1970, we've been making bags the right way in Schenectady, New York. The Cygnet represents our commitment to ingenious convertible design that adapts to any travel situation. Why choose between rolling and backpacking when you can have both? When you choose American-made, you're choosing luggage built by people who take pride in their craft, luggage designed to be your ultimate convertible travel companion for years.
Hand-Crafted in the USA since 1970
As recommended in BUSINESS TRAVELER MAGAZINE, Aug 2024: "The Best American-Made Luggage Pieces"
The Tough Traveler Story
In 1970, Mark Goldstein—an avid outdoorsman and military veteran—couldn't find a backpack that matched the durability of his military-issued gear or the comfort he needed for long treks. So he designed his own.
Working from his Schenectady apartment, Mark hand-sewed backpacks with tough materials and innovative designs. When fellow outdoorsmen saw his work, they wanted their own. Tough Traveler was born.
More than 50 years later, we're still family-operated and still manufacturing every bag in that same Schenectady community. In 2019, we represented New York at the White House Made in America Product Showcase—proof that Mark's commitment to uncompromising quality and American craftsmanship still defines everything we make.
Every bag we sew today carries that original mission: build it tough enough to last decades, comfortable enough to carry every day.
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Premium American-Made CYGNET Carry-On / Backpack
Professional-grade carry-on luggage crafted in Schenectady, NY with heavy-duty 1000 denier Cordura fabric and YKK zippers. Built to withstand extreme conditions with reinforced stitching and premium materials that professionals trust.
Made in USA Excellence: Over 50 years of American manufacturing expertise ensures superior quality control, environmental standards, and craftsmanship that imported alternatives cannot match. Each piece represents lasting value and durability.
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