Unleash your imagination and become an official ZÜCA designer! The 2011 Color Me ZÜCA Design Contest is here. Beginning January 20th the contest will be open for entries.
Whether you are 8 or 80, male or female, whether you are from the Zoot Suit generation or the Hip Hop generation, ZÜCA can groove with your lifestyle. The winning design will join the Fall 2011/Spring 2012 collection as a limited edition model.
Just view and print the entry form with the picture of a blank ZÜCA Sport and color away! When you are done with your design you can submit by February 28, 2011 to designcontests@zuca.com or mail to 320 South Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.
Be sure to fill out the required information on the entry form, and maybe you’ll be this year lucky winner. If your design is chosen you’ll receive a free ZÜCA Sport of your design, and of course bragging rights with all your friends! – See Design Contest Official Rules for more information.
It's easy and fun!
ZüZÜCA: Funnier Name, Great Bag... For Pets!
Posted by Greg May Feb 9, 08:19 PM
A bit over a year ago, we had the good fortune to be some of the first folks to review the ZÜCA Pro. Aimed at folks who wanted a place to sit during the interminable wait at the airport, it continues to be one of our bags that grabs the most attention. The extremely sturdy aluminum frame and large wheels have stood up well over time. The ZÜCA manages to be both large (the maximum carry-on size) and maneuverable (with a fairly long pop-up handle), and the main problem we faced was the odd system of individual zippered pouches that you use to actually store items inside.
We never tried the accessories, like seat cushions or the laptop-sized padded bag that appears to solve another of our worries when using the ZÜCA. But we have just been testing out the ZüZÜCA, their latest and greatest innovation, that turns the ZÜCA Sport frame into an all-around awesome pet carrier. Yes, at last you can sit on your pet, safely.
The Sport model uses smaller double wheels instead of the larger single ones on the Pro, which offers some upsides and downsides. It does handle stairs a bit easier than our previous model, and we were mixed on the flashing wheels- good for nights, but could have been a bit brighter. The seat works about the same, and we liked the concept since it’s all too common for your pet to get caught up something while wandering around a location without convenient seating. The carrier handles nicely off-trail as well as on, and is light enough at 9 pounds to easily pickup and put into a car. You can also strap Fido or Bootsy in safely while within the ZüZÜCA with a normal seatbelt- it just winds around the frame, quick and simple.
One important thing to note is that it isn’t for airline use! Also, it is meant for cats and dogs up to 15 pounds- smaller dogs should be fine, but even a mid-sized pup will feel a bit cramped. But, it’s snug, cozy, and well-ventilated- and easy to clean with removable liners. The mesh sides and front worked pretty well, and a few pockets give you space for toys and other essentials when traveling with your pooch. Available in a few different colors, our frame was red and carrier black (though we confess that it is not our dog above). At $130, it’s a versatile bag that happens to make a great carrier for your smaller family members, and we guarantee that other pet owners will notice. Amazon offers the mesh insert and bag separately, or you can purchase directly from zuca.com.
ZüZÜCA: Funnier Name, Great Bag... For Pets!
ZÜCA is proud to announce the launch of the new company blog: http://www.zuca.com/blog/
Here, you'll be able to find information on our sponsored athletes, ZÜCAmaniacs, and events & causes we support!
We also hope that from time to time we'll have outsides guests and ZÜCA team members sharing information on various topics for you to enjoy!
Make sure to stop by often!
Take the lug out of luggage-with style.
High Fashion Carry-Ons
Anthony Grant June 26, 2009
Aboard a crowded Italian train last fall, I discovered I had taken a polished Milanese businesswoman’s seat by mistake, which meant leaving my humdrum, over-packed suitcase in one compartment to hunt down a patch of open floor space in another. When I returned moments later, my bag had been stolen—something that never would have happened had I been able to just sit on it.
With a little foresight, I’d have brought along a ZÜCA Pro, the most fantastically functional bag because it both fits comfortably in an airplane’s overhead bin and serves as a chair. A sturdy seat that can support 300 pounds without a hitch is integrated into the bag’s aluminum alloy frame, while inside there are removable ballistic nylon packing pouches that stack like drawers. The Sport model has a dual wheel system that climbs stairs. Which in elevator-challenged Euro train stations, would also have been nice.
Despite the advent of restrictive government-imposed regulations that make it tempting to check it all (or chuck it all) instead of cramming liquid and gel in a plastic bag for all to see, carry-ons are the way to go. Reason number two: reduced waiting upon arrival. Reason number one? Carry-on bags have, demonstrably, never been cooler. Even Samsonite.
Obviously, it’s always easier to travel light, and carry-ons can take the lug out of luggage faster than you can say “butler.” This was never truer than today, when the use of high-tech materials and innovative design has produced a veritable revolution in carry-on luggage style and functionality.
To comply with carriers’ and security organizations’ rules on the size of carry-on baggage and size and weight of checked bags, luggage companies are redesigning bags, using new, lightweight materials and frames. And restrictions on the size of bottles of liquids travelers can carry onto flights have created somewhat of a cottage industry: Some bags (the ZÜCA Pro among them), now come with a TSA-compliant, clear, flexible, plastic pouch.
A carry-on bag must by definition fit in an airplane’s overhead bin, meaning it cannot exceed certain dimensions. The ones typical to most airlines are 9 inches (depth) by 14 inches (width) by 22 inches (height), or 45 linear inches. However, with the exception of obviously smaller bags, it’s always a good idea to check with individual airlines for dimension requirements and weight restrictions. These vary not just domestically vs. internationally but also airline by airline. Aircraft size itself can be a factor in what you’re allowed to bring on board, too.
Most—but not all—carry-ons today are “roll-aboards,” with pull-out trolley handles that enable you to wheel the suitcase. (The style originated with a Northwest Airlines pilot in the late 1980s.) But otherwise, it’s anything goes—especially in terms of the way a bag looks. Our selection of cool carry-ons was made on the basis of toughness, layout (from outside pockets to interior compartments), and style.
Cory Depiero, head of business development at high-end travel boutique chain Flight 001, also emphasizes the fashion and functionality combination. He says when scoping out the hottest new luggage that “we’re looking for functionality that also takes into account fashion, trends, appearance and style, and staying ahead of other luggage dealers.”
It’s no surprise that Mandarina Duck, the legendary luggage line founded by Paolo Trento in Bologna in 1977, is one of the top-selling brands at store Flight 001, but that’s not all the store (with outposts from New York to Dubai) has on offer. There are sleek Samonsites made with cutting edge ballistic nylon and polycarbonate materials, marvelous shiny and sturdy pieces from Japanese designer Hideo Wakamatsu, and the latest looks from hot German brands Titan and Rimowa.
Michele Marini Pittenger, president of the Travel Goods Association, a trade group of luggage manufacturers, suppliers and retailers, suggests you first determine what purpose your bag will have to serve. Is it for business or vacation, for an overnight or weekend trip, or a month-long sojourn? Will it need to accommodate electronics? Will it be used for airplane or car travel, for commuting to work by public transportation, or for walking?
“The answers to all those questions will determine what type of bag to look for, and you can then take a look at what style and colors are available, and which you prefer,” she said.
If the consumer must navigate a sea of choices, at least he or she can take comfort in the fact that, at least at higher-end stores like Flight 001, the goods have essentially been pre-screened. “We look at every detail, from durability to affordability, and we ask if this is a bag for a frequent or occasional traveler,” says Depiero. “Urban sophisticated is the basis on which we select merchandise.”
The ZÜCA Pro was highlighted by In Touch's style guide Bobbie Thomas as she uncovers Hollywood's hottest trends.
" The Suitcase That Doubles As A Stool
Now I know why not just Oscar-nominated celebs, but ever cameraman and makeup artist on the red carpet flipped for the ZÜCA bag. Designed as the first luggage to literally double as a stool, my makeup artist Daniela Klein and I fell in love with it while on a beauty tour for Gillette Venus. It keeps everything a gal needs organized in neat pull-out drawers and allows me to take a break from my five-inch platform heels!"
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February 17, 2009
Laura Udall – Founder & CEO of ZÜCA
SOUTH BAY AREA COMPANY ZÜCA IS CHOSEN AS “GIFT BAG” TO HOLLYWOOD’S A-LIST!
Campbell, CA (February 10, 2009) – ZÜCA, Inc., the creators of the luggage you can sit on, announced today that their award-winning carry-on, the ZÜCA Pro, will be the exclusive “Everybody Wins at the Oscars®” Nominee Gift Bag. The non-winning nominees of this year’s Academy Awards major categories (including Kate Winslet, Meryl Streep, Sean Penn, Angelina Jolie, Mickey Rourke, Robert Downey Jr., etc.) will receive the rolling luggage chock full of other gifts including trips, jewels, hair and skin care to soften the blow of losing the statuette. Those who do not take home the Oscar® this year will be traveling in style with the ZÜCA Pro.
The ZÜCA Pro is organization at its best, because it comes with packing pouches that rival a custom closet. With a narrow-set wheel system, the ZÜCA Pro easily navigates aircraft aisles and fits conveniently into most aircraft overhead compartments. While traditional luggage has the frame on the inside, the ZÜCA Pro’s anodized aluminum frame is on the outside (a patented exoskeleton design) which provides users with more interior packing spaces, protects all valuables inside, and provides a comfortable and convenient place to sit!
After being introduced and awarded “Most Innovative Product” by the Travel Goods Association in 2008, this sleek rolling bag has gained popularity amongst frequent travelers, celebrities, makeup artists, and has appeared on many Primetime television shows, including ER, Crossing Jordan, Nip/Tuck, 24, and CSI. ZÜCAs are even being used on set for wardrobe supervisors, hair and makeup stylists, and production assistants. “ZÜCA is honored and very excited to have been selected as the gift bag for the non-winning nominees in the major categories,” says Laura Udall, Founder and CEO of ZÜCA, “I believe these talented icons of the entertainment world will love traveling with the ZÜCA Pro.”
The 81st Annual Academy Awards will air live from Hollywood’s Kodak Theater on Sunday, February 22, 2009 at 8EST/5PST on ABC. This Gift Bag has no affiliation with A.M.P.A.S or any official Academy Awards gift bag.
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ZÜCA to provide Gift Bags at Oscars®!ZÜCA Oscars® Press Release
Unleash your imagination and become an official ZÜCA designer! The 2009 Color Me ZÜCA Design Contest is here! Beginning January 1st the contest will be open for entries!
Whether you are 8 or 80, male or female, whether you are from the Zoot Suit generation or the Hip Hop generation, ZÜCA can groove with your lifestyle. The winning design will join the Spring/Summer 2009 collection as a limited edition model.
Just view and print the entry form with the picture of a blank ZÜCA Sport and color away! When you are done with your design you can submit by January 31, 2009 to designcontest@zuca.com or mail to 645 E McGlincy Ln, Campbell, CA 95008.
Be sure to fill out the required information on the entry form, and maybe you’ll be this years lucky winner. If your design is chosen you’ll receive a free ZÜCA Sport of your design, and of course bragging rights with all your friends!
It's easy and fun!
Design Contest Page & Entry Form
Visit the link below to get the latest offer from ZÜCA!
The cast & crew of Boston Legal are BIG ZÜCA fans. Are you one too? Send us your picture of yourself, a picture of how you use your ZÜCA, and tell us what you use it for!
send photos & testimonials to justine@zuca.com
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The ZÜCA Sport was originally designed as a "mobile locker" for students to safely transport their schoolbooks and supplies to and from school and to alleviate back pain from the stresses that come with carrying a heavy backpack. ZÜCA is committed to promoting healthy living and to supporting education and we are pleased to announce the ZÜCA School Fundraising Program. The program is designed to be easily implemented and to provide an opportunity to raise significant money for your school!
The Check-Out Line: The ZUCA Bag
It functions simultaneously as a briefcase, carry-on suitcase, chic travel accessory, and a PLACE TO SIT when you're waiting in those long holiday travel lines.
I was looking for something other than a backpack or traditional bag. Being on a show floor for hours can be difficult enough without having to carry a heavy bag. Looking at a lot of different rollers, I eagerly ordered a ZÜCA.
"Actually, they re very useful; especially for ice skaters. Certain places, like at competitions or busy rinks, most of the seats in the locker rooms are full and having something that not only stores your stuff and gives you a place to take advantage of it. Trust me, they're a lifesaver for people like skaters (and they're roomy)."
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-for his whirlwind press tour with Virginia Madsen!
