The Lightest, Greenest Suitcase

The gear: Made from durable, lightweight nylon, this 6-pound carry-on weighs considerably less than the average rolling weekend suitcase. A book-style design with divider panels makes it easy to separate clean and dirty laundry, and convertible backpack straps help you take this bag anywhere the smooth-rolling inline skate wheels won't.

Why we love it: GoLite is an industry leader in the use of post-consumer recycled materials, and its Take-Back program shows they walk the walk: They'll take back any unwanted Go-Lite product ever made; repair, recycle, or donate it; and give you a 20% discount on your next purchase.

Buy it:  TraveLite 22-inch wheeled carry-on ($175); golite.com