Re: [Paddlewise] Monotonous Weather

From: J Pivovar <kayak_at_headwinds.org>
Date: Fri, 21 Jan 2005 15:59:02 -0500
Bob Carter wrote:

> My only concern is the rental equipment. <snip> It is the paddles that 
> worry me. <snip>  I thought of  carrying my paddle with it me (I sure 
> airport security would love that). I also thought of shiping it but 
> figured my two piece would arrive in three or four or more pieces.

I take my 2-piece paddle with me when I travel via air.  You can't carry 
them on anymore (weapons that they are, you know) but you can 
successfully check them in some type of sport luggage.  I use a "board 
bag" that was designed for a snowboard.  A little big, but I cut 2 
pieces of foam to fit & cradle the paddle, put a rigid sheet of plastic  
so it won't try to bend, and stuff gear around it.  Has travelled 
cross-country, multiple leg flights, etc in fine shape.  It always ends 
up at the "oversized baggage" area so it gets special treatment with all 
the skis and golf clubs etc. 

Just a thought,

Jennifer
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