This is a soft sided duffle not a shell but it's perfect for what I needed it for. I packed a whole week's worth of clothes, for chilly Scotland in the Spring, with room to spare. Even with room for gifts for the friends I was visiting! The extra pockets are great for toiletries and such, too. The handle raises and lowers with a button release and zips away under another flap for storage. The wheels are a tad small for the size of the bag but that is my only complaint of this bag. Otherwise it is absolutely perfect.