Cheerful colors, durable material, and adjustable volume – if these criteria are key for you when choosing the ideal suitcase, the Titan Shooting Star has likely already caught your eye. But how did it perform in practice?
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + expander | - scratches relatively easily |
| + durable material | |
| + 4 swivel wheels | |
| + original design |
There is nothing like picking a beautiful seaside vacation first and then, a few days before departure, realizing you don't actually have a suitcase to pack in. That is exactly how I handled buying my new suitcase. I wanted something cheerful and nicely colored, made of durable material, and preferably with the option to expand the volume.
I got advice at the store in Brno, and out of the models offered, I liked the Titan Shooting Star in size M and a beautiful turquoise blue color the most.
Luxurious on the outside...
As I said, I was buying the suitcase at the last minute, so there was no time to thoroughly go through every single option. The Titan Shooting Star 4w M met my requirements, and I liked it too. In terms of size, I was looking for something suitable for a week-long vacation. I thought an 80-liter volume might be enough for a week by the sea, but now I know that a little more wouldn't have hurt. It is true, however, that I don't pack exactly like a minimalist.
I love blue, so I am satisfied with the color of the suitcase. I just should have followed the advice at the store and bought a fabric cover for the suitcase. Right after the first flight, the suitcase got a few scratches, and I felt quite sorry for it.
...practical on the inside
Inside, the suitcase has standard equipment; I can close one side thanks to a divider, and the other features straps to secure stored items. The part with the divider also boasts straps, so everything stays where it should. A small pocket for small items is sewn in the middle.
I appreciate the possibility of expansion, and thus logically the increase in volume. After all, at the end of a vacation, one has more things, and they are no longer packed as neatly, so the extra space comes in handy. I would have welcomed a larger expander, though.
A smooth ride
Until now, I was used to suitcases with two wheels, so the transition to four wheels was a very pleasant change. It seems to me that the suitcase is much easier to maneuver, and when I need to pull it on an uneven sidewalk, I just tilt it onto two wheels and we handle that bit playfully together.
The telescopic handle for handling has several locking levels, so even for people with a smaller stature like me, moving with the suitcase is comfortable. I had the special TSA lock on the suitcase set at the store so I wouldn't have to change the code myself. Locking is simple, and the lock is very easy to operate.
So, what to say in conclusion? I am satisfied with the Titan Shooting Star suitcase; it meets my expectations. I am a little sorry about the scratching right after the first flight, but that is probably normal. Next time, I will get it a stylish outfit. :-)
I am enthusiastic about the four wheels, smooth riding, and the ability to enlarge the suitcase. I can recommend it to you with a clear conscience.
The author of the review is Mrs. Jana Doležalová. Thank you! :-)
