An impromptu opportunity to fly out to Breck came up to ski a few days next week. I got a great deal off eBay on a Dakine double bag and was going to pack it this weekend.
A few YouTube videos showed how I could get my skis, boots, helmet, poles, etc into the one bag. However I've seen all the warnings about bringing your boots with you.
Unfortunately I realized after ticketing that I have a United economy ticket that doesn't allow any large carry on and I have to pay $40 for my first checked bag.
So should is it worth the risk to pack alll my gear in the ski bag? Anyone have any experience? I know airlines lose bags but I'd have to guess a mid week flight between Chicago and Denver, both United hubs should be fairly realiable. Right?!?!
Also any recommendations for don't miss in 2 days of skiing at Breckinridge (for solid intermediate, some easier black terrain
?).
Thanks did any advice.
A few YouTube videos showed how I could get my skis, boots, helmet, poles, etc into the one bag. However I've seen all the warnings about bringing your boots with you.
Unfortunately I realized after ticketing that I have a United economy ticket that doesn't allow any large carry on and I have to pay $40 for my first checked bag.
So should is it worth the risk to pack alll my gear in the ski bag? Anyone have any experience? I know airlines lose bags but I'd have to guess a mid week flight between Chicago and Denver, both United hubs should be fairly realiable. Right?!?!
Also any recommendations for don't miss in 2 days of skiing at Breckinridge (for solid intermediate, some easier black terrain
?).
Thanks did any advice.