Switters wrote in message ...
On Mon, 20 Oct 2003 22:53:28 GMT, (TomTom)
allegedly wrote:

Be careful, if you read the fine print some airlines won't let you put
clothing, etc into a sports equipment bag, I had mine packed to the
seams, luckily they didn't check, but I saw one guy in whistler having
to take clothes out of his gear bag. If you do put clothing in your
gear bag, bring a canvas duffle bag just in case they make you take it
out.

What airline was that with? I've never had a problem putting clothes and
other stuff into my board bag. It's just another piece of luggage. They
couldn't care less what's in it as long as it's legal and not forbidden.


I have to agree, Dave. I have NEVER heard of such a rule. I have
traveled tons with my board bag (& to Whistler) and the only complaint I
ever received from an airline is that it was too heavy, but still haven't
been charged for the weight. (sometimes i have seen them weigh the
bags and charge you if it is over 50 lbs, i believe).

If the clothes thing is true, yeah, its worth packing a bag, but i'd
put up one heck of a fight since i put all my boarding gear (socks, layers,
fleeces, etc) in the bag.

-t