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Hi There, thanks for your kind words and feedback - audio is definitley something i need to learn and improve, 100% - I actually have the DJI Mic (1st one) which I use for most of the voiceover - i've never got along with it (know how ot use it properly) going straight into camera with the transmitter - I am planning on getting the DJI Pocket 3 with DJI Mic2 soon for talking head and vlogging, hopefully the sound from this will be greatly improved. Thanks

I disagree, I love the design of this and it's great to travel with, I have it in Asia with me now as my long term travel suitcase.

Hi There, please can you contact me through the contact form on my website - danhogston.com - should be fine but would just like some more info first. Thanks

Hi There, I haven't - only on Thai, Cathay, Air Asia, & HK Express. Just about got away with it with HK Express.

My dream iteration would be the features of the Commuter bag under the Suit Carrier section - laptop compartment, and a bit more detailing on the bag when not used witht he suit carrier - as actually I often use the bag as a stand alone for carrying my tech and camera gear.

Hi There, thanks for your comment, I have never had an issue with this as carry-on, using it quite consistently for almost 3 years - I'm currently using the Carl Friedrik Carry-On X in Asia which is even bigger in size and heavier, and still no issue - even with Air Asia, I just paid a bit more to go over 7kg. So from experience I can say these things are not big issues.

@@danhogston that's interesting to note, there are a lot of mixed feedback on how strict airlines in Asia can be. Had no idea you can pay to bypass the weight limit, thanks for the feedback.

@@sbkpilot1 it does depend what airline, HK Express seems to be very strict so I never fly with them - also some of the propeller style planes in Phillipines might have issue with it, I haven't tried yet - but average budget airline flying around SE Asia, should be fine.

Hi There, yeah absolutley - I am travelling with it in Thailand right now, it definitely gives the feeling of old worldly, golden age of travel - i really love it. Size profile is better than the average check-in size when taking it in taxi's and moving around with it, footprint wise it has similar dimensions to a carry-on, just taller.

Hi Den, This was more of a kickstarter - diagnose issues and get on the wagon for a healthier lifestyle - it's been a year since this, and have since spent 2 months at a Fitness Bootcamp in Thailand, and made drastic changes to my diet to avoid the allergens I didn't know about before. Titan Fitness in Phuket Thailand where I was seems to be a similar concept to Club La Santa - cross training, full body workout, functional training, muay thai, nutrition coach, all inclusive food, training and accommodation.

@@danhogston Titan was the 2month boot camp..? And what was the price..? Would that be for normal people or millionaires..? Last one I saw was $750/day :-(

@@DenRoedeMogM Hi, I have been paying $750 a month for Titan including accommodation (it's off season) - this is for as many classes a day as you like and access to the gym - i only train once a day as working remotely but theres a good range of classes to choose from - accom is great too. I plan to make a video on it soon.

@@danhogston So it's possible to do remote work..? I'm a CAD engineer and just need good internet. Maybe i could get a trip like this approved. Have you made a video of titan..?

@@DenRoedeMogM I have a Phuket video from a year ago that features Titan and the area its in (Fitness Street) - i'm in the process of filming "Living in Thailand for $1000 a month" - it won't exclusively be about Titan but will show it and the accommodation I am staying in. I am working a bit more than training, only getting 1 session in a day currently - I work from coffee shops and the hotel room, and for my needs it's been fine or remote work.

Sideways was for the shot as we got on first, it didn't stay that way when more suitcases / bags came on - the stewards saw to that lol I've been using this quite consistently and currently in Asia, no issues going in wheels first or sideways.

Hi Brandon, thanks for your comment and sorry for the delayed reply - this jacket is a linen field jacket from Moss Bros (UK brand, not sure if they sell internationally or not) - i got it as part of a suit and now have it as part of my full time travel wardrobe, I love it. Thanks, Dan

Hi Alex, thanks for your comment - meat was by request, but they prefer to offer vegan meals - any meat they do offer is organic and ethically sourced though. Thanks, Dan

Thank you Matthew, I really appreciate the kind words

Was my first time in Thailand at the time, it's a genuine tourist experience. 2000 each for the boat is robbery, but the prices were all pretty consistent that day, Phi Phi is full of tourists, the locals know what they can get away with.

Thanks Rowan, I break down the items in my Carl Friedrik Trunk video, I am thinking of doing a more indepth capsule wardrobe video at some point this year though.

Thank you so much, I appreciate the feedback - i'll be in Asia for the rest of the year, my next ravel review will be on Hong Kong :)

Thank you, I really appreciate the feedback

Hi, I think Carl Friedrik only sell direct - have you checked their website?

Thanks for your comment - so the handle is the most sturdy i've seen on any luggage, Carl Friedrik really took on feedback from the carry-On X and improved this, I can't praise this enough and should have mentioned that in the video. It's a very solid, it doesn't wobble and I guess it's steel - feels very premium. And the wheels, well, I think I mention them in every luggage video haha, like the Carry-On X the wheels are exceptional, but yes, it's true they add friction on carpetted areas, I started to notice this when wheeling them inside of hotels recently.

It had my tux in the suit carrier the day I filmed the b-roll with me walking with it... because I forgot to take it out haha. I leave it in my wardrobe hung with the tux in it for storage.

Ah amazing, glad the review was helpful and a bit jealous, I really wanted the Grey/Cognac but wasn't available at the time - i'll be orderring one later in the year 😎

I'd love to, but as i'm not a monetized channel I'd need Rimowa to reach out to me at this stage. If they do, i'd love to review it. I am reviewing an affordable aluminum carry on from another brand in June, stay tuned for that.

Hi Martin, thanks for your comment. Check out my latest review on the Carl Friedrik Trunk as an alternative, I'm now switching to this as my main check in luggage.

Thanks for your comment 🙏

I think they see us Tourists coming lol

Hi There, thanks for your comment / feedback and apologies for the delayed reply. I've never needed to speak fluent Spanish in Spain (I can't) - I can say a few words like ordering food, paying with card, asking for the bathroom etc, thats all I have ever needed in Spain. Even in a small town like Tarifa where I am now, Spainish is not really required. Malaga is a big-ish international city so the English speaking level is even higher.

Hi, I am currently living here (again) and will be moving out soon - a lot has changed, the service is terrible, the pool is hardly ever open due to maintenance issues, lifts terrible, the list goes on - I would not recommend. AND the prices have gone up astronomically.

@@danhogston ​ @danhogston Hello. I'm looking to move in to this building, now called Ark Canary Wharf. Would you mind elaborating on the list? Thank you

@@jervinsy5948 Hi, they resolved a lot of the issues I was experiencing at the start of the year, I have lived there a total of 3 times (different rooms / contracts) - the last one was a 1-bed flat on the top floor which was very nice and had an epic view - for a 3 - 5 month stay its ideal, if you're looking for 6 months or longer it might be better to consider other options in my opinion. Hope this helps and sorry for the delayed reply.

Thanks for your kind comment. Overall I think the Medium Flex is a great solution for long term travel - Carl Friedrik have just released a new Trunk suitcase which I will be testing in April, stay tuned for that to weight up some options if your brother still has time before making the purchase?

Amazing, thanks for your feedback Alfreda - I'll be making "Tarifa for Digital Nomads" in May, it's close to Malaga and might be worth putting on your list also - stay tuned for that :)

Hi Larry, Apologies for delayed reply - was having a short youtube break. The SC Holdall is perfect IF you are driving, or you have a wheeled checked back with you you can lean it on. I actually use the SC holdall as my main carry on for my tech gear now and lean it on my medium checked when transiting around. I find it a bit heavy when packed out to use just by itself and walking / transiting without a car. Hope thats helpful. Thanks Dan

I agree - i'd love some more options for my personal item / under seat bag. I will probably get Bennett Winch's backpack in brown leather, so expect a review on that later in the year. Thanks

I've had this for a year now, I had it with me the whole time for 6 months of travel, and will make a follow up. Overall I still highly recommend it, I now squish it down in my suitcase and use as a day bag and at home in London I use it as a gym bag. It's light, durable, very comfortable to wear when fully packe out, even without the sternum strap, and what i really like about it is that when it's not fully packed out the shape kind of contours to make it appear smaller. I've trekked through a thai jungle with it, used it on many beaches, had it on a boat where it was getting splashed and in monsoon weather in bangkok, it held up exceptionally well. I couldn't be happoer with it.

Thank You, I definitely will do. I've started a second channel as well @danVlogston which will have more camera gear content - I have a slightly extended version of this cinematic and an editing breakdown of this video, with my thoughts on the iPhone 15 Pro on my new channel already.

Thanks Nik - I think an earlier version of this carry-on had a powerbank, but they removed it with subsequent iterations as far as I understand. I have the Bigger Carry-On by Away Travel with USB powerbank, but to be honest i never use it as it's micro-USB. I have a USB-C powerbank I use and just store in the front tech pouch of the Carl Friedrik and find it very versitile.

@@danhogston Thanks very much fir the update and great information about the new iterations that are now available

Ahh, thank you 🙏

Thank you Turix 🙏

Thank you 🙏

Hi Vijay, I'm really not sure of the name of the operator, all the bookings I did was via the local lady, Nokky, who operates the juice bar next to 7-11 on Soi Taied. Everything was booked in person with physical and WhatsApp receipts.

Hi Dylan, i've been using this bag extensively this year as a full time travel, tech, and gym bag... i'm beyound impressed with it actually. If just the laptop and not nothing in the main compartment then it won't stand by itself... it all depends on whats in the main compartment really, i often have a camera / tech cube flat down in the main compartment and it stand sup great by itself, but for most uses - gym gear, camera sling and tripod, just laptop and daily tech, then it will need to lean against something when you put it down.

Ah amazing, glad this suitcase is working out for you, and thanks for the kind feedback.

Hi Dom, it’s a great bag, I have used it extensively as my main camera and tech bag over the past eight months, as well as a gym bag and general adventure bag. it’s really held up well, particularly in Thailand in monsoon season. I will do a long term review next month. I personally haven’t used the straps for anything, but, I guess you could attach or tie gear or a jacket to it.

Thanks Jussi 🙏

Thanks Vlad... also, long time, hope you're well?

I’m doing amazing 😁 thanks for asking