Fellow BWCA enthusiasts,
I must go to Cancun for a wedding (I'd rather go to the BWCA and not be drugged, held for ransom and/or raped for a fraction of the cost). I fly very seldom (once every few years.) I go to my happy place (BWCA) yearly. We bring one food barrel with pack and big Duluth pack that is always a beast. We rent a couple more packs usually CCS which I'm partial to. Does anyone out there use a CCS model for air travel perhaps on your way to the BWCA? My concerns are the straps and what not getting tangled on the luggage sorting equipment. Obviously would buckle everything and possible tape. Point is, if I'm going to drop a couple hundred I'd feel much better about doing it on a quality bag I can use for BWCA.

"50 pounds is the usual weight limit. The largest checked international luggage size allowed is 62 linear (total) inches. Typically, a standard checked luggage size wavers around 27 x 21 x 14 inches. The universally accepted carry-on luggage size for a domestic flights (within the U.S.) is 22" x 14" x 9"."

Considering a hybrid pack. May go with a carry on size so it's less likely to be damaged or lost.


Thanks! Peace be with you!

I have used a ccs rucksack when flying many times. It's done very well for me. My wife is constantly reminding me to be careful when turning.

You may find that at check-in they will put a backpack into a big plastic bag. that keeps loose traps, etc. from getting stuck in rollers/conveyors...

We have travelled with regular backpacking packs. When we get to the airport we slide it into a large travel bag designed for this type of thing--basically a big duffel bag. I know rei carries them.

Sort of a bummer to have to buy a duffel to put a pack in when you don't fly with it that often. Duffel is best but I agree that a construction grade trash bag would be fine. Tape up the excess and include a "return" bag for use as well. I certainly would not depend of the airport to provide any protection whatsoever.

Although plenty of folk take their chances with back packs most folks "in the know" put anything with straps out of harms way.

I've been pleased with the Eagle Creek DoubleBack Carry-on Backpack, and its wheeled as well. The day pack clips on the front and the two together are carry on okay. Both packs are comfortable on the shoulders. They have a lifetime warranty too.

All the Eagle Creek stuff seems to be elegant and functional.

http://shop.eaglecreek.com/doubleback-carryon/d/1510C1528?CategoryId=111

Daniel

My two cents.

Airlines destroy luggage. Don't take your good pack if you're going to check it. Just buy or take a super cheap bag for the airline. Not worth it IMO