You'll need to purchase a travel bag (in advance) designed for skis, snowboards or boots. You can usually check the airline policy online on flying with skis under “sports equipment.” Do your research before you pack your skis because some airlines might require a specific type of bag. Most airlines allow soft bags.
Do I need a padded ski bag?
Ski tips, tails, and bindings are all vulnerable to damage during travel, making fully padded ski bags optimal for most ski travelers. If you choose a non-padded bag, it's wise to use mittens, a scarf, and other soft accessories to protect the tips and bindings during travel.
How do you protect skis in a ski bag?
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Are skis considered oversized baggage?
Unlike bicycles and surfboards, skis and snowboards usually do not come with extra, oversized baggage fees. In fact, on most airlines, your snowboard or skis and your boots will both be considered one regular checked bag. Alaska Airlines: Ski/snowboard equipment may exceed the typical 62 linear inches limit.
What is padded ski bag?
The padded bag is large enough to hold two pairs of skis as well as poles and boots. The bag offers interior straps to keep all your gear secure, a padded pole sleeve and a stowaway storage strap to fold the bag for compact storage.
Do airlines charge for ski bags?
Unlike bicycles and surfboards, skis and snowboards usually do not come with extra, oversized baggage fees. In fact, on most airlines, your snowboard or skis and your boots will both be considered one regular checked bag.
Can I pack clothes in my ski bag?
The bigger ski bag allows you to pack bulky items like outerwear, gloves, and clothes. Most skiers at evo will travel with only their ski bag and a backpack, fitting all of their clothes in a big double bag is not only more efficient, but it also provides additional padding for your gear.
What size ski bag should I buy?
What length ski bag do I need? You need a balance between a bag that's long enough to comfortably fit your skis or board, but not so long that you'll have a load of extra bag flapping around (not a problem if you choose a hard case). Aim for between 5cm and 15cm longer than your kit.