I still have bad feelings about checking pool cues to be flown in the luggage compartment. Rough baggage handlers, expensive cues at risk of loss or theft, and the extreme temperature changes all make traveling with cues a nerve-wracking experience. I’ve opened my cue case right after landing in the hot desert and the cues seem ice cold. What is the temperature in the cargo hold at 38,000 feet anyway? It may get worse.
Effective May 5th, 2008, United Airlines and US Airways will begin charging domestic passengers an additional $25 to check a second piece of luggage. Exceptions to this rule: if you are flying first class or are part of their most-frequent-flier programs. [This charge is anticipated to generate an additional $100million in revenue.]
It only seems fair that they should at least increase the weight limit if you’re only allowed to bring one bag.
These are the only two airlines that have jumped on the bandwagon so far but we’ll just have to see who follows. This comes as a bad time for pool players as it’s just before Nationals in Vegas.
What does this mean for pool players?
Well, if you don’t already have one, you should seriously consider investing in a larger piece of luggage that is long enough to carry your pool cues and clothes altogether. Caution, however, most airlines have a 50 pound weight limit and it’s really easy to exceed that with all the extra room and weight from our cues/case.
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