Did any of you use this bag to pack up your Bugaboo at gate check (as opposed to checking it when you arrived at airport)?
1114629
The airline wouldn't let me gate check it. They posted a "Fragile" tag on it. There were lots of skiis traveling at the same time so I was less worried than if it had been the only unusual item checked. It arrived in good condition.
1114630
I only have checked it in at the airport. But I know I could have gate checked my bugaboo in this transport bag. I have also seen people just gate check their bugaboo cameleon without the transport bag.
1114631
Yes. We used it at gate check with US Air without issue. It's large unfolded, so we'd pack the stroller in it before walking down the gateway. It definitely protected the stroller from a serious beating from the ground crew.
1114632
Yes. Think it's actually better to do that. Otherwise the airline sees a big bag and makes you check it in as oversize luggage. This may have just been our experience with a particular airline but we were not happy to pay 100 euros!
1114633
I doubt the airline would allow it given the size of the bag with the stroller in it. They have no problem checking the bag as a stroller but it is likely too big to gate-check. We have the Donkey and it is very large. We have to completely disassemble the stroller at home, check it in, and reassemble when we reach our destination. Once checked, we just carry our son (7 months old) to the gate. That said, we always take it on vacation with us and the stroller is completely protected. We are also able to put in the Ergo and some blankets in the extra space at the top. Hope that helps.
1114634
I have gate checked multiple large strollers and have not had any issues. TSA looks at me funny when I tell them its just the stroller bag but it has always gone through.
1114635
Yes I have gate checked the donkey travel bag with air canada and allegiant with no problems, we find it a lot easier to use the stroller in the airport and just disassemble it at the gate.
1114636
We checked-in this bag with the stroller. My husband didnt want to take the wheels off the stroller at the gate, which is what you need to do to pack it.
1114637
I've gate checked the Donkey without this bag multiple times and ended up with holes in my tires, scratches and other damage. I just had no idea this bag existed until now. I am purchasing this for my upcoming trip. I doubt I will have an issue gate checking it. I've gate checked it in multiple parts and storing it in garbage bags so this should make it easier and more compact.
1875180
Yes! It's a terrific bag for the money. Using it right now to travel in the uk
166239
If the airline allows gatechecked pack n plays, then yes. But think twice about toting this to the gate. It it VERY heavy! We traveled with it and Southwest curbside checked it for us at no charge (in addition to our two bags per passenger). Buy a gate check bag, though, to protect it - it will get tossed around. But allow me to reiterate - it is HEAVY!
1507522
I used the bag on a trip from Japan to US to Mexico. It was checked through from Japan to Guadalajara with no problems. I had to pay for the extra suitcases, but no oversize fees. It was full of long, but not bulky or heavy items and wasn't stuffed to capacity, though.
1962416
Right now I don't have my bag out. I have it in the camping gear I am taking on the rafting trip. It worked out well for the rafting trip but I couldn't get all my gear into one bag. So I bought a second bag. I probably over pack But it is kind of nice to have come of the creature comforts on a seven day rafting trip.
802714
I packed my bugaboo in the transport and checked it in, didn't bring it to gate, no problem doing that and didn't get charged for extra luggage (it's considered a stroller so free). Hope that helps!
1251943
I used it for carry-on on an international flight. Just be prepared to open ALL the compartments for inspection.
1617933
I have not flown with it yet, but it might be a little bit on the large side if you had it stuffed. Also some of the more tighter older plane's might not let you use it for a carry-on and make you check it in.
320621
We have used this bag for both purposes and found that it works well in either situation. The "back-pack" feature makes it very convenient to carry though the airport, even at 5'2" I have no trouble with the bulk of the bag because of the comfort of the straps. Usually we carry on and gate check on the way to a location and then use baggage claim on the way home. That way if the bag gets lost in transit we do not get stuck at the airport away from home with no carseat.
267582
Yes, but some smaller aircraft will require you to gate check this bag. I went to Russia and back with the bag weighing nearly 50 pounds and didn't have any issues until a commuter hop where I had to gate check. It was fine.
1387095
I used this bag as a carry-on on a recent trip and my 15" macbook fit in it with no problem. It was in a protective padded sleeve (bag has no padding).
1907721
I agree with the other responses...it it really geared towards serving as a laptop checkpoint bag. Not a lot of add'l space for clothing, but it isn't made for that either. I have loved how I do not have to remove my laptop from the bag going through security.
144951
I have used it before as a carry-on. Both domestic and international flights. You can unzip the daypack and have that as your "personal" bag.
542309
It is designed to be a check in. You wouldn't need this kind of case for a carry on you would just use your regular case. Sometimes the airlines let them on and sometimes that don't!
1609631
I'm using it for an airline travel bag, haven't a used it yet for the beach!
101801
Checked it with SWA in Oct '13. Was not charged an oversized baggage fee although it came out with the oversized luggage at baggage claim. Used it to pack an umbrella stroller and booster seat base.
1619050
I have flown with it twice and it counted as regular luggage, but I was sure to be under weight so they would not fuss with the dimensional check. I think it is pretty boarderline. HOWEVER, I will never fly with this bag again as it ripped on my return flight! Not durable enough for checked bag no matter what the seller says.