The Victorinox Werks Traveler™ family of luggage has expanded. In addition to ground breaking, ultra-light travel gear and highly-functional business cases, Victorinox now offers the durable and sleek Werks Traveler Hardside Collection. Responding to international demand and living up to the Werks Traveler reputation for ergonomic, spacious construction, the new collection provides the type of protection that only hardside luggage can offer.

“We are extremely excited to expand Werks Traveler into the hardside arena,” said Maure Scholl, product analysis manager. “Our designers and developers were able to create durable hardside luggage without sacrificing the qualities that make Werks Traveler world renowned.”

Werks Traveler Hardside combines striking aesthetics, durable materials and versatile packing features to create a stunning collection like no other in the market. Constructed from engineering-grade Lexan® polycarbonate with a textured, thermoplastic resin exterior, Werks Hardside stands up against the toughest travel conditions, while remaining lightweight. Compression straps and mesh dividers make it easy to pack both sides of the bag and a removable suiter protects clothes from wrinkles.

This collection also follows the Werks Traveler tradition of lightweight, ergonomic bags. The proprietary Geluxe™ Comfort Grip and 360° rotating handle reduce arm and wrist stress as well as bag tipping. The larger uprights feature four caster wheels which allow travelers to comfortably pull the bag behind them, spin it 360 degrees or wheel it vertically with zero weight in hand.

“Keeping these bags lightweight and easy to handle was one of our biggest priorities,” said Jennifer Hunter, brand development manager. “We really captured the essence of the Werks Traveler family in this new hardside collection.”

Werks Traveler™ Hardside Collection comes in four sizes and launched globally in August 2009.