[Paddlewise] Flying with Kayak Gear & 9/11

A small concern to be sure, in the full sum of things,  but 9/11 has
probably changed the recreational travel market forever.
It is remarkable to recall that just a couple of years ago I blithely flew
on international flights to and from the US with all manner of now-suspect
gear.
Knives, electronic equipment like VHF radio, GPS receiver,  AM radios,
suspect powders [ energy drink!], and  camping gear with all sorts of
sharps.  My luggage was littered with  suspicious material.  Stuff like a
multi-fuel Coleman stove  [thoroughly rinsed out, of course],  first aid
scissors,  survival gear like magnesium strikers.
I remember carrying my AT breakdown paddle on board with me,  to save it
from the tender mercies of the baggage handlers.  The paddle would probably
qualify as a 'sharp' these days.
Would it be worth the hassle now?  Sadly,  I doubt it.
Peter Rattenbury, Australia




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