Cotton Carrier & TSA
Jan 23, 2012 22:14:33 #
Stupid question maybe but here goes
Heading to the UK next month to shoot my neice's wedding. Making an exception cos even though they are such a pain in the **s (and back) I wanna try using my new toy.
Anyone tried bringing the Cotton Carrier Steady Shot through airport security? Or do I have to check it in? Im the kinda guy who has to shift things around between bags at the airport cos my bathroom scale never matches up.
http://www.cottoncarrier.com/cotton-carrier-accessories/accessories-steady-shot/
Trust me Im tempted to wear the cc vest just so that dont count against the weight. but then maybe I look like a terrorist???
Heading to the UK next month to shoot my neice's wedding. Making an exception cos even though they are such a pain in the **s (and back) I wanna try using my new toy.
Anyone tried bringing the Cotton Carrier Steady Shot through airport security? Or do I have to check it in? Im the kinda guy who has to shift things around between bags at the airport cos my bathroom scale never matches up.
http://www.cottoncarrier.com/cotton-carrier-accessories/accessories-steady-shot/
Trust me Im tempted to wear the cc vest just so that dont count against the weight. but then maybe I look like a terrorist???
Jan 24, 2012 00:07:32 #
Jan 24, 2012 09:34:24 #
Jan 24, 2012 09:59:48 #
Given that the CC is relatively light and folds flat, I'd put it in your checked bag and then go through security with cargo pants (or a vest) stuffed with heavier gear -- if weight is a problem. Once on board you can put the gear into your carry-on.
Another reason to pack the CC is to avoid attracting the attention of security personnel. They tend to be paranoid to begin with, so why invite their attention?
Re the weight of your luggage, it pays, I think, to buy one of those digital luggage scales, then you'll know exactly what each piece weighs and how much you'll need to stuff on your person. Reduces the probability of airport drama. Try Magellan's; I got mine from them and it works very well.
Another reason to pack the CC is to avoid attracting the attention of security personnel. They tend to be paranoid to begin with, so why invite their attention?
Re the weight of your luggage, it pays, I think, to buy one of those digital luggage scales, then you'll know exactly what each piece weighs and how much you'll need to stuff on your person. Reduces the probability of airport drama. Try Magellan's; I got mine from them and it works very well.
Jan 24, 2012 10:12:47 #
You will NOT get that through security while wearing it. All strange metal objects that the TSA doesn't see very often (or ever) will be inspected especially on international flights.
Jan 24, 2012 11:20:18 #
It all depends on which TSA person you get & the location! Some are much more forgiving than others.
I use my vest when needed & haven't had trouble, it goes through the Xray easier than emptying pockets. It always pays to get through security early, especially if you carry the Cotton Carrier, in case you have to turn around & check it, you don't want to miss the flight.
Another option is to ship it, along with other non-critical gear, ahead of time so you don't have to carry it at all.
I use my vest when needed & haven't had trouble, it goes through the Xray easier than emptying pockets. It always pays to get through security early, especially if you carry the Cotton Carrier, in case you have to turn around & check it, you don't want to miss the flight.
Another option is to ship it, along with other non-critical gear, ahead of time so you don't have to carry it at all.
Jan 24, 2012 14:23:50 #
scottishpeat wrote:
Stupid question maybe but here goes br br Heading... (show quote)
dont know what the cotton carrier weighs but I would pack it with checked baggage, if you are over by a pound dont think it is that big a problem
Jan 24, 2012 15:43:06 #
melphoto60 wrote:
if you are over by a pound dont think it is that big a problem
if you are over by a pound dont think it is that big a problem
Tell that to Air France.
Jan 24, 2012 15:44:12 #
CamObs wrote:
You will NOT get that through security while wearing it. All strange metal objects that the TSA doesn't see very often (or ever) will be inspected especially on international flights.
According to my experiences, you will also have problems, if you wear baggy clothing or a cargo vest.
Lay it all out in the bin at the TSA checkpoint and store it in the carryon after the TSA check. It helps if you have a second person preceding, who can keep an eye on the stuff in case you get delayed with wanding or what not.
Jan 24, 2012 19:18:28 #
Roger Hicks
Loc: Aquitaine
It's a delay. How big a problem is a delay, once they've determined you're not a terrorist?
Cheers,
R.
Cheers,
R.
Jan 24, 2012 19:23:45 #
Roger Hicks
Loc: Aquitaine
Glenn K wrote:
Tell that to Air France.
Well... a kilo or two, anyway.
Many American travellers have a problem with European carriers, some of whom actually enforce checked baggage regulations. It's not 'all you can carry'. If your bags are inside gauge (linear dimensions), and you have only one bag, then weight is normally less of a problem as long as you aren't puffing, limping, grunting, etc. Go outside linear dimensions and get your carry-on weighed, and it can be a nasty business.
Cheers,
R.
Jan 24, 2012 21:00:43 #
Roger Hicks wrote:
It's a delay. How big a problem is a delay, once they've determined you're not a terrorist?
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it can be as short as 1 min. before someone sees a valuable item unattended and snags it. You are not allowed to go to your stuff while you are being wanded or whatever.
Jan 24, 2012 21:08:06 #
can you preship via fed ex or what ever and have the gear WAITING>? just a thought,
Jan 24, 2012 23:01:08 #
Bruce with a Canon wrote:
can you preship via fed ex or what ever and have the gear WAITING>? just a thought,
of course. You need to check the price of that and weigh your options.
Jan 25, 2012 08:33:11 #
Roger Hicks wrote:
quote=Glenn K Tell that to Air France. /quote br... (show quote)
I agree that they'd let you slide for a kilo or 2; sometimes a couple of pounds if you're lucky. I'm always careful about the linear dimensions and always stay underweight when leaving the US. It's coming home, after you've purchased what you've purchased that it becomes dicier. If my wife and I are both overweight, then we will shift stuff to one bag and pay for that only. (Use to be you could buy a bag overseas and check that though at no extra cost. But those days are long gone.) To be fair to Air France (which I like anyway) they don't seem to be any better or worse than other international carriers. Last time out this past Autumn was just my time to get unlucky.
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