What Kind of Luggage?

I have had a number of folks asking me about luggage. I carry a bag made by REI. It is small, but see my earlier notes about backing light. You can see the bag (and order one) off the web. Search REI.com for "REI Hitchhiker." I have pasted the link below, but such links are subject to change.
http://www.rei.com/product/754687

My first trip to Germany, I took a suitcase/backpack which had a zip off day bag. REI also has one of these. It is more expensive, but it is very versatile:
http://www.rei.com/product/747912?storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&vcat=

The other option is to buy a backpack. These are very popular with American's traveling in Europe. I have an earlier version of the pack found at this link. It is currently at a great price.
http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=39277867&memberId=12500226&storeId=226&catalogId=40000000226&langId=-1

I check this suitcase when I fly and carry a book bag with me. When I get to Germany, I stuff the book bag in the suitcase. I also have a should bag, sort of an over sized fanny pack, which I carry with me daily. The suitcase with a zip off day pack has both. There are also a number of backpacks with a removable top. This also gives you the ability to carry everything as one bag, but then have a smaller bag for day trips.

Hope this helps!
Pastor Chris