Scott Jerger
If it's any consolation, surfers don't have it any easier.
http://www.surfline.com/travel/boardbag_charges.cfm?id=15425
My rule of thumb: Never fly Continental, Delta, BA or United if you don't want to get super screwed.
Scott Jerger
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-----Original Message-----
From: obra-bounces@list.obra.org [mailto:obra-bounces@list.obra.org] On Behalf Of Mike Murray
Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 9:10 AM
Cc: OBRA remailer
Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] Email from Delta
When I flew to Portillo we were 1 week ahead of when the airlines were going to start charging for skis. Some do charge for skis and golf clubs. Some will fly surf boards for free but not windsurfing equipment. They will occasionally open board bags and look for mast parts or sails so they can charge for what is basically the same thing. It is sometimes destination dependent. It also changes frequently.
One of the differences between bikes and skis is that most resorts are well set up to rent you skis. Renting bikes is much more challenging.
Of course now some airlines charge for ANY checked baggage. Last fall I flew to San Jose. I ended up having to go down 1st class as that was the only space available at the time. I came back coach. No checked bag fee on the way down but I get a surprise fee on the way back. This was particularly bothersome as I could have carried the bag on but it contained just a couple of items not allowed in carry on bags.
When flying you need to make luggage charges part of the total purchase price. Sometimes shipping stuff ahead is not only cheaper but also keeps you from having to schlep the stuff through the airport.
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