Re: [Paddlewise] Subject: Travel with Folders

<snip> Kahuna's packed weight and size were the reasons
> why I have chosen it over Klepper, having in mind those airline
restrictions
> that Ralph has mentioned. I think size restrictions (158 cm total of 3
> dimensions per each of 2 bags) didn't allow transporting Klepper AE1
> (without any sail rig) even before 9/11, not to mention AE2 - unless
> passenger would pay extra charge for each bag. Airlines just were more
> lenient prior to 9/11.  Weight restrictions did change in the last couple
of
> years, unfortunately.

I travel by air often and take along my Klepper AE2 and Balogh Sail rig.  I
just don't take the AE2/Sail on the plane with me.  Instead, I pack it and
send it UPS to the nearest UPS terminal to my destination.  Then, I rent a
car or van and go pick it up at the "will call" window.  The typical UPS
bill is around $42 one way, which beats the airlines for sure.  Plus, I can
track the shipment and be sure it arrived before I even board the plane.  It
also allows traveling with camping gear that can't fly, like white gas
stoves and flares.  When done, the process reverses and I ship the stuff
home.  Works well for me.

Gary
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