The Porter case.

• Author: Keaton, Joanne

Gone are the porters who once helped travelers with their luggage. Porter Case has stepped in to make today's toting easier. Porter Case is a suitcase, a rolling tote and a luggage cart all in one.

First, the piece is luggage with 4-inch wheels. Recessed in the case is a 42-inch telescopic handle; squeeze two yellow pins, and the handle transforms Porter Case into a rolling tote.

You've heard of something like that before, but now comes the patented bonus. If you have lots to transport, put the suitcase in luggage-cart mode and pile your gear on top of the folded-down case.

Tote those golf clubs, other suitcases or bulky souvenirs freely: Its capacity in cart position is 200 pounds. Attach the heavy-duty nylon strap to a D-ring on the case, weave it through the luggage and fasten it at the handle grip--you've secured your treasures.

Optional accessories are a nylon soft-sided saddle bag and a canvas shopping bag, each designed to slip over the Porter Case handle.

Maybe you travel with hobby or professional supplies that should not be tossed into a suitcase. The company has answers for those situations. With special linings, the luggage becomes a tool pallet, camera case or a carrier of other delicate and expensive materials.

For all it does, the case is no giant. It weighs less than 11 pounds and fits under most...