I have been told by Delta Airlines that they won't take bags over 80 inches and this case is 88 inches? Has anyone experienced this issue?
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I also haven't flown Delta with this case, but I've done several trips across the Atlantic with it. I've never had anyone measure the case, they always seem more interested in weight. Worst case there are several good shipping services that will do door to door and aren't massively more expensive than airline prices.
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I have flown Delta to Europe with no problem. I believe the current fare each way is $150.00. Make sure to NOT exceed 70 pounds and that they know the contents is a bicycle at check-in; standard bike case dimensions have never been a factor. If so, the bike case may be counted as checked baggage and should be checked through to final destination with a
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I can't speak for Delta, however, I have flown United an US Air with this case.
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if you have medallion status on delta you are allowed up to 70lbs and 115 linear inches. so play your cards right and this case is free to check.
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I haven't flown Delta with this, but when checking it it I check it in as a bicycle. It's $100 - $150 each way. Delta has Bicycles listed at this link under sporting goods http://www.delta.com/content/www/en_US/traveling-with-us/baggage/before-your-trip/special-items.html it cannot exceed 115 linear inches (H + L + W). This case is 88 linear inches when fully compressed. (May not fully compress with a bike inside by a couple of inches.) there is an excess weight fee if the weight with the case is over 70 pounds. (The case alone is 31 pounds). No bikes over 100 pounds will be accepted. I haven't flown Delta with this, but when checking it it I check it in as a bicycle. It's $100 - $150 each way. Delta has Bicycles listed at this link under sporting goods http://www.delta.com/content/www/en_US/traveling-with-us/baggage/before-your-trip/special-items.html it cannot exceed 115 linear inches (H + L + W). This case is 88 linear inches when fully compressed. (May not fully compress with a bike inside by a couple of inches.) there is an excess weight fee if the weight with the case is over 70 pounds. (The case alone is 31 pounds). No bikes over 100 pounds will be... » Read More I haven't flown Delta with this, but when checking it it I check it in as a bicycle. It's $100 - $150 each way. Delta has Bicycles listed at this link under sporting goods http://www.delta.com/content/www/en_US/traveling-with-us/baggage/before-your-trip/special-items.html it cannot exceed 115 linear inches (H + L + W). This case is 88 linear inches when fully compressed. (May not fully compress with a bike inside by a couple of inches.) there is an excess weight fee if the weight with the case is over 70 pounds. (The case alone is 31 pounds). No bikes over 100 pounds will be accepted. « Show Less
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I think you did find a typo. I looked on the company website ( http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/commute-laptop-tsa-friendly-messenger-bag ) and it looks like the medium has a height of 10.8". Good catch!
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You better check with United. I think they only allow certain dimensions. The extra large would probably be too big. Delta is the only airline I found who seemed flexible. They had one plane with a larger area under the seat in first class,but I am not sure with aircraft it was. It was like a 700 or 900. I never ended up using the carrier because it was for transporting a rescue dog (cairn terrier 14 lbs). The foster parents wanted to drive him. Good luck.
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I am almost certain this would have to be checked in. The pictures don't give you a true idea of how big this case is, it's a monster. I have not been on a flight in about 6 years, and I don't think this would be allowed as carry on, but I could be wrong. Please let me know if I can be more help. I did a lot of research on this case and others, and buying this case was a little bit of a gamble, but so far I have no regrets buying it.
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Airlines differ, but since the smaller size for this bag shows as 26" long, I don't think so on any airline. The duffel has a semi rigid back, so its not squashable length-wise
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This size is too thick for airline carry on regulations. I have flown locally and internationally and have not been refused. There have been times when I had to insist it was okay. BS. and got away with it. Lately, airlines have been stricter on carry on sizes so I've had to downsize to avoid hassles. Again. I haven't been refused, yet. But, it's a risk as technically the dimensions are too large.
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Officially it exceeds the max airline bag dimensions by 10" ...but I managed to get mine checked in for a flight to Europe with Swiss international. I had to make sure it stays below the maps weight and the only checked bag so they allowed me to take it along for free. What I did is to ask before booking the flight and then select another carrier if they would have charged me 150$ for it each way!
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My bike weighs 18.25 lb and with case and Helmut and saddlebag was 35lb. It is not oversize luggage for United. This is a great case especially when ur taking a small plane and can't use a soft case and store above in luggage compartment.
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I have the 25" case and internal dimension is about 24" so knock off an inch for zipper and padding. Great case btw, I have one of the range bags as well very durable with heavy duty zippers. Nothing but good things to say about bulldog.
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If you were to fill the bag to capacity, unfortunately it will not conform to most airline measurement restrictions. The bag itself measures 27.5"L x 13"W x 13"H. This bag has a total size limit of 53.5" (L+W+H), and most airlines (domestic & international) allow for an average of about 50". That I know of, AirTran is the only one that allows a max size limit of 55".
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I do not know the measurements of the box but airlines are typically great with checking baby items such as stroller, carrier, and portable crib for free as they are considered necessary items. We flew Delta in 7/12 with this travel system and it flew free. I will say they are VERY rough on your stuff. Expect scratches and etc. they will likely require you to open the box and you'll never get it back in at the airport. Ship it to your destination or check at home to see if you think u can get it back in box. I recommend renting a carrier bc they will chuck your stuff around and carseats are not meant to be handled this way. Call your airline. I do not know the measurements of the box but airlines are typically great with checking baby items such as stroller, carrier, and portable crib for free as they are considered necessary items. We flew Delta in 7/12 with this travel system and it flew free. I will say they are VERY rough on your stuff. Expect scratches and etc. they will likely require you to open the box and you'll never get it back in at the airport. Ship it to your destination or check at home to see if you think u can get it back in box. I recommend renting a carrier bc they will chuck your stuff around and carseats are... » Read More I do not know the measurements of the box but airlines are typically great with checking baby items such as stroller, carrier, and portable crib for free as they are considered necessary items. We flew Delta in 7/12 with this travel system and it flew free. I will say they are VERY rough on your stuff. Expect scratches and etc. they will likely require you to open the box and you'll never get it back in at the airport. Ship it to your destination or check at home to see if you think u can get it back in box. I recommend renting a carrier bc they will chuck your stuff around and carseats are not meant to be handled this way. Call your airline. « Show Less
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depends on the airline and how much you can talk. if you explain your case then you won't be. i normally just get charged as an extra bag
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Yes! I fly Delta exclusively and have never had a problem, even on the tiny commuter planes. It does not legally conform to standards, but I have flown on maybe 30 flights over the last 3 years and have never been hassled.
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Dimensions: 20.5" x 6" x 19". I was able to take this as carry-on luggage traveling from the USA to London on a Delta 767 flight. The case fits comfortably in the over head compartment. The airline had no issues with the case.
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IMPORTANT: Check with your airline about size requirements. As of right now (June 5, 2015), I know of at least two airlines (Delta and British Airways) which now considers these 24 gal. size oversized luggage (and I only checked those two!). Your mileage with other airlines may vary, but check before you purchase or fly. We have friends that have used these exclusively for their suitcases and now have to pay an oversize charge on each one!
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I'm thinking of buying the Arriba AC-125 case here on Amazon, $34. The dimensions are stated at 16x16x6, but the bag looks to be more like 16x16x16 to me. It comes with a center divider and has add'l outside pockets. I'll let you know if it works for my 2 units.
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Hi! While I did not pull out a ruler and measure the bag, those dimensions seem about right. I like the bag, I used it for a trip to Walt Disney World and it held up just fine. The only issue is that it is not designed to sling over either shoulder, only the right one.