# Expert Luggage Designs Air Boss & Sky Train Carry-On Bags Take the Guesswork Out of Packing By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-27 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-boss-sky-train References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/travel_expert_doug_dyment_and_former_parachute_riggers_red_oxx_collaborate_part_1_carry-on_bag_designs_17227.asp) & [redoxx](http://www.redoxx.com/Airline-Carry-On-Luggage/Air-Boss/91018-Air) As an avid traveler, I have mastered the art of light packing. For those who haven't however, these Air Boss & Sky Train bags are just what you need. Based around expert advice, these two [carry-on pieces of luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellroy-transit-carryon) take the guesswork out of packing. Montana-based luggage company Red Oxx approached [travel and packing expert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-travel-accessory) Doug Dyment to create these Air Boss & Sky Train bags. According to [Core 77](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimpton-vero-beach-hotel), they feature "heavy-duty hardware--D-rings, snaphooks, quick-release military-style strap-locks and the like--alongside durable but ergonomic touches like knotted cords on the zipper pulls." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Light Packing:** Creating luggage designs that cater to light packers by offering expert advice and innovative solutions for efficient packing. - **Durable and Ergonomic Features:** Incorporating heavy-duty hardware and ergonomic touches in luggage designs to enhance durability and user comfort. - **Collaboration with Experts:** Partnering with travel and packing experts to create luggage designs that address the specific needs and challenges of travelers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luggage Manufacturing:** Luggage companies focusing on creating innovative designs that cater to the needs of light packers and offer durable and ergonomic features to enhance user experience. - **Travel Accessories:** Companies specializing in travel accessories can collaborate with experts to create efficient packing solutions, such as innovative zipper pulls and quick-release strap-locks. - **Professional Packing Services:** Professional packing services can adopt expert advice and innovative packing techniques to offer efficient and hassle-free packing solutions for travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thoughtful Avid Traveler Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wandrd-transit-travel-line.md) - [Optimized Airline Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-porter-backpack.md) - [Simplistic Repair-Friendly Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transit-carryon.md) - [Rolling Luggage Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dagne-dover.md) - [Capaciously Stylish Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-travel-backpacks.md) - [Adventurous Rolling Travel Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-travel-bag.md) - [Consummate Carry-On Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-travel-backpack.md) - [Modular Minimalist Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fireflyx-travel-bag.md) - [Ultra-Sleek Luggage Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsonite-x-boss.md)