• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Because dads don’t always think like moms™

  • Dad
    • Celebrities
    • Gay Dads
    • Sex
    • Single Dads
  • Pregnancy
    • Labor or Delivery
    • Pregnant Wife
  • Baby
    • Baby Naming
    • Feeding
    • Sleep
    • Toilet Training
  • Kids
  • Teens
  • Activities
    • Local
    • By Age
    • Movie Reviews
    • Celebrations
  • Toys
    • We Recommend
    • Toys
  • Coaching for Dads
  • Great Dad Talks Podcast
You are here: Home / Gadget Of The Day / Genius Pack 22″ Carry-On

Genius Pack 22″ Carry-On

June 3, 2015 by Paul Banas Leave a Comment

You might want to put the Genius Pack 22″ Carry-on on your holiday or birthday wish-list . If you do any travel at all, this is the bag to have. First warning however, Genius Pack is a new brand, so if you have to have a big name on your bag, like Tumi or Swiss Army, this is not the bag for you. However, if you want above standard quality and a ton of useful guy-friendly features, read on.

First of all, the Genius Pack is solid. I compared it to other Tumi, Swiss Army, Swiss Tech, and brands and right away, you notice the zippers, which are just bigger and stronger, a key failure point for a lot of bags. Even the handles are thick neoprene which feels soft in your hand.

But it’s in all the little twists, that this bag really shines with new, not before seen features in a suitcase. Some seem a bit whimsical, like a little zippered hole where you can slide in an mini-umbrella, but others are genius. For example:

1. Built-in laundry chute – an exterior pocket lets you load dirty laundry so that the weight of the rest of the packed bag collapses it to make it take less room. There’s a “Compression Air Valve” to release air, though this looks like more of a gimmick than anything else since the enclosed laundry back is not air-tight. The laundry bag is removable for ease of unpacking.

2. Included toiletry kit – yeah, you probably have your own, but it’s a nice touch since it integrates in the rest of the bag. I once had a colleague who packed his toiletries each time he went on a trip. If you are “this guy,” do yourself a favor and have a pre-packed kit for travel and never stress about forgetting your razor again

3. Special marked compartments to help you organize and remember what to pack. It’s hard to forget underwear or socks if that pocket is empty. I usually use underwear and socks to fill in empty spaces in the bag and to cushion breakables, so these may not be used for the purpose they were intended. There is a packing checklist on the inside of the bag. Yeah, that’s a little geeky but I’ve been on too many trips where I forgot my undershirts or belt.

4. Integrated power station and mini-speak compartment. Again, a little crazy, but I do carry an extra power backup whenever I travel so it’s nice to have a place for it. I carry mine in my backpack though.

5. Spinning wheels so you can pull and push. This is no longer a “new” feature, but nice to have and so much easier on your back. In tests, I did find the wheels here a little less stable than the Lipault bags that my wife and son have, but it’s still easier to roll than my old Tumi.

6. 5-year warranty (competitive with other leading brands)

Most of all, this is a fun piece of luggage with a little humor built-in.

(30” pictured here)

GreatDad.com Review Policy: The featured product for this review was provided to us, at no cost, by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. We do not accept monetary compensation for reviewing or writing about products. We only review products that we have personally tested and used in our own homes, and all opinions expressed are our own.

Filed Under: Gadget Of The Day

About Paul Banas

Paul Banas is happy married dad of two great kids living in San Francisco. He writes now about kids, new technology and how the two interact for GreatDad.com and for Pregnancy Magazine (pregnancymagazine.com) where he is also the publisher.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Great Dad Talks

Great Dad Talks
Great Dad Talks

Great Dad Talks is a series of conversations with experts on all aspects of the family adventure. With the perspective that “dads don’t always think like moms,” our mission is to support dad voices and our slightly different approaches to parenting. We’ll try to find solutions to every day challenges like getting kids off the couch and making STEM classes available for both boys and girls. But we’ll also tackle bigger issues when they come. The one main theme will be to support dads in the most important role of their lives that of being a great dad. Connect with us at greatdad.com and watch the video version of these podcasts at YouTube.com/greatdadnews

Spinning Out Family Stress with Michael Blair
byPaul Banas

Welcome to another episode of Great Dad Talks! This week, I sit down with life coach and former psychologist Michael Blair to explore modern tools for family harmony, emotional healing, and child development.

Michael shares the transformative power of his unique “spin” method—a tool rooted in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)—that helps kids, parents, and even whole families quickly change negative emotional patterns in just minutes. Listen in as Michael walks Paul through an anxiety-busting spin live, explains why dads’ involvement is critical to healthy families, and shares actionable tips on self-forgiveness and resilience.

Check out Michael’s website at blaircounselingandcoaching.com

Visit these links and embark on the path to becoming the best parent you can be:

– GreatDad.com/coaching 

– GreatDad.com/pq 

– Gratitude course: bit.ly/3NMLDNC

50% off for podcast listeners with code PODCAST50

Spinning Out Family Stress with Michael Blair
Spinning Out Family Stress with Michael Blair
July 15, 2025
Paul Banas
Decoding Dad’s Mental Load with Zach Watson
July 8, 2025
Paul Banas
152. Building Men’s Character and Legacy with Jim Tracy
July 1, 2025
Paul Banas
151. The Power of Playful Parenting with Dr. Larry Cohen
June 24, 2025
Paul Banas
150. The Power of Humor in Parenting with Gavin Bellour
June 17, 2025
Paul Banas
149. Winning College Applications with Hamada Zahawi
June 10, 2025
Paul Banas
148. Healing Generational Trauma with Dr. Sasha Reiisi
June 3, 2025
Paul Banas
147. Discovering Dad’s Purpose with Adam Landrum
May 27, 2025
Paul Banas
146. Balancing Business and Family with Dr. Travis Parry
May 20, 2025
Paul Banas
145. Understanding Children’s Emotional Needs with Dr. David Marcus
May 13, 2025
Paul Banas
Search Results placeholder

More to See

5 Best Earhook Earbuds That Don’t Fall Out 2025

July 2, 2025 By Paul Banas

smart sprinkler controllers

10 best weather-based smart sprinkler controllers in 2025

July 1, 2025 By Paul Banas

Copyright © 2025 . GreatDad