Travelpro® and SURGEON Power Collegiate Athletes with Custom Luggage Collection

Two powerhouses in performance and design unite to create the ultimate travel companion for some of the country's fiercest women athletes

BOCA RATON, Fla., April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Elite athletes and next-level travelers live by the same code: stay ready, move with intent, and never settle. For over 35 years, Travelpro has been the go-to for those that know what being a pro traveler means. Now, in a bold collaboration with visionary designer The Surgeon, the brand is dropping a custom-built luggage line specially crafted for a group of powerhouse women collegiate athletes from The University of Southern California across its basketball, track and field, beach volleyball, soccer, golf, and other top sports teams.

Designed to match the relentless pace of these athletes, the new collection pays tribute to a life driven by sport. Travelpro's hardside carry-on has been modified by SURGEON with gold, powder-coated corner guards and custom leather accents, while the brand's signature weekender was customized to feature a rich burgundy Italian leather bottom and interlaced shoelace detailing on the front—a nod to SURGEON's sneaker expertise. Each athlete honored by Travelpro and SURGEON also had the chance to personalize their gear at SURGEON's Los Angeles studio, adorning them with an array of edgy, co-branded luggage tags, bag charms, colorful shoelaces, bandanas, and more.

"These athletes are steadily reshaping the landscape of women's sports with a new level of skill and swagger. They're attracting new audiences and inspiring the next generation, and we at Travelpro want to recognize the impact they're making in both their respective sports and in culture," said Andy Shripka, CMO of Travelpro. "At Travelpro, we've spent decades building gear that demanding travelers rely on. Partnering with SURGEON gave us the opportunity to combine his unapologetic design with our performance DNA, delivering a collection that reflects the presence and power of these athletes."

Some of the standout athletes recognized by Travelpro and SURGEON with this drop include:

• Malia Samuels, USC Women's Basketball
• Talia von Oelhoffen, USC Women's Basketball
• Kenzie Miller, USC Women's Beach Volleyball
• Maribel Flores, USC Women's Soccer
• Simone Jackson, USC Women's Soccer
• Catherine Park, USC Women's Golf
• Justina Kozan, USC Women's Swim and Dive
• Gracie Regan, USC Women's Rowing
• And nearly one dozen other athletes at the top of their game

"From footwear to automotive, we've customized it all, but luggage was a new medium for us," said Dominic Ciambrone, founder and CEO of SURGEON. "I've always taken the untraditional route in design, and this collaboration with Travelpro was no exception. We went through an extensive process, using innovative customization methods to put The SURGEON stamp on some of the most durable luggage I've ever seen. This collaboration holds special meaning for me and we're proud to celebrate and support these incredible women who are shaping the future of sports."

Now, SURGEON fans and travelers alike can own a piece of this exclusive collaboration. Travelpro and SURGEON will soon release a limited run of six customized, collector's-edition suitcases and weekenders, each priced at $1,000 USD and available exclusively on Travelpro's website starting April 10. 

Additionally, as a further investment in the next generation of women athletes, Travelpro and SURGEON will make a donation this April to the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF), founded by sports icon and equality champion Billie Jean King. A leader and champion of the entire women's sports ecosystem, WSF has invested over $100M+ in impact through its research, advocacy, and programming to empower girls and women to play, compete and lead – in sports and beyond – without barriers.

If you're looking to take your travels to the next level this year, let Travelpro gear be your canvas. The same bags used by SURGEON in this exclusive collaboration are available at Travelpro.com, ready for your own personal touches and your next big trip. To learn more about the partnership and get your hands on one of these six limited-edition pieces designed by SURGEON, visit travelpro.com/surgeon.

About Travelpro
For over 35 years, Travelpro has prided itself on design innovation and durability in crafting the highest quality luggage for travelers worldwide. Since transforming the ease of modern-day travel with The Original Rollaboard^® wheeled luggage, Travelpro has been the brand of choice for flight crews and frequent travelers. The company is dedicated to building a lifelong relationship with its customers by consistently meeting and exceeding their expectations.

Among honors received, The Wirecutter, a cutting-edge source known for promoting the 'best gadgets and gear for people in the know,' ranked the Travelpro^® Platinum^® Elite 21" Expandable Carry-On Spinner as the best carry-on suitcase for the seventh year in a row. Additionally, Gear Patrol ranked Travelpro's VersaPack^®+ Collection as the "softside suitcase to end all softside suitcases," while Forbes: Travel Awards and CBS News named Travelpro as having the best softside luggage on the market.

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About SURGEON
Dominic "The Surgeon" Ciambrone is a pioneer in luxury footwear and customization. Widely recognized for his bespoke, one-of-one creations for celebrities such as LeBron James, Justin Bieber, Fat Joe, and more, Ciambrone is transforming the high-end fashion space by offering his made-to-order services to his elite network of clientele –reimagining the product he works on into a one of a kind design. His passion for storytelling and attention to detail elevates each project to make each piece a personalized work of art.

SOURCE Travelpro