The Pilot Who Showed Thousands of Ryanair Passengers How to Never Pay a Gate Fee Again
By Amy P.
Last Updated Feb 1, 2026
Summary: James Moore has flown European routes for 8 years. In that time, he's watched thousands of passengers get ambushed by Ryanair's cabin bag fee at the gate. He started recommending one bag that makes the problem disappear entirely. This is that bag.
James Moore, 36, Commercial Airline Pilot.
James Moore has been in the cockpit on European routes for the better part of a decade. He's seen every type of traveller — the seasoned ones who glide through the gate, and the ones standing at the boarding desk with their wallet out, paying £75 for a bag that's 3cm too wide.
He used to just watch it happen. Then he started saying something.
"It happens on almost every flight. People pack perfectly fine bags and still get charged because they don't know what size actually flies free. There's a simple fix, but most people find out too late." — James
That fix? A bag built specifically to Ryanair's free underseat dimensions. No check-in. No gate fee. No stress
The bag is called the VAULTBAG® — and here are the 10 reasons James recommends it to every Ryanair traveller he knows.
💰 Never Pay Bag Fees Again
1. Perfect Ryanair Fit, Save Hundreds on Cabin Bag Fees
Custom-built to Ryanair’s free under seat bag size (40 × 30 × 20 cm), this backpack slides under your seat so you never pay surprise cabin bag charges on Ryanair flights.
"I see it on almost every flight. Someone turns up with a bag that's 2cm too wide and they're hit with a £75 charge on the spot! It's completely avoidable if they'd just known the right size." — James
With VAULTBAG®, you slide it under the seat and walk straight past the gate staff. Every time.
🎒 Pack Everything You Need
2. Pack 50% More, Stress 50% Less
Thanks to the 40L capacity and patented vacuum compression, it lets you pack up to 50% more clothes and gear in the same space by removing trapped air. Bring that extra jacket or pair of shoes without needing an extra bag (no more overpacking anxiety!).
"I started using vacuum compression for my own trips years ago. You zip it up, pull the valve, and watch the bag shrink down. I can fit what most people would put in a large suitcase into one under seat bag. It's one of those things where you genuinely can't believe it works until you see it." — James

⏰ Save Your time
3. Breeze Through Boarding
Skip long check-in queues and baggage claim delays – with this under seat bag, you head straight to the gate and off the plane faster, turning travel into a hassle-free experience.
"The number of people who turn up with bags that are 2cm too wide is unreal. Then they're paying £75 at the gate on the spot. It's completely avoidable." — James
With VAULTBAG®, you slide it under the seat and walk straight past the gate staff. Every time.

✈️ Take Everything With You
4. 16 Pockets = Ultimate Organization
No more digging around in chaos – 16 dedicated pockets keep your passport, gadgets, and gear neatly sorted. Stay organized and find exactly what you need in seconds, making travel packing a breeze.
📏 Compact Design
5. Fits Perfectly Under Seat
Keep all your essentials at your feet during the flight. The VAULTBAG® fits under the seat, giving you easy mid-flight access to snacks, books, or a laptop without awkwardly reaching into overhead bins or disturbing your seatmates.
"Passengers are always fumbling with oversized bags at the overhead bins, holding up the whole plane. The ones who glide straight to their seat with a bag that fits underneath? They're always the smartest travellers on the flight." — James
With VAULTBAG®, you slide it under the seat and walk straight past the gate staff. Every time.

🪶 Travel in Comfort
6. Lightweight, Easy to Carry
Weighing just 1.5kg and designed with ergonomic padded straps, it’s comfortable to carry through airports or city streets – no shoulder strain even when fully packed. Say goodbye to lugging heavy, bulky luggage around.

🔒 Protect Your Belongings
7. Keeps Your Luggage Safe & Secure Every Trip
An integrated TSA-friendly combination lock safeguards your valuables, giving you peace of mind on the go. Plus, keeping this bag under your seat (instead of checking it) means no more lost luggage or theft worries during your journey.

✅ Take it Anywhere
8. Perfect For a Quick Weekend Trip or a 5-Day Getaway:
The 40 L capacity (expandable thanks to compression) holds everything you need for a weekend getaway or a 5+ day adventure. It’s a one-bag travel solution – no need for additional suitcases, so you travel lighter and smarter.

👍 Zero Risk - All Reward
9. Try it for 90 days with 4 free gifts — love it or get every penny back.
A travel upgrade should feel exciting, not stressful. That’s why VAULTBAG® comes with a 90-day risk-free trial, free gifts, and 3-years warranty. We’re that confident it’ll change the way you fly.
"Once you travel like this, you won't understand why you ever paid to check a bag." — James
With VAULTBAG®, you slide it under the seat and walk straight past the gate staff. Every time.
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