How to Take BACKPACKING GEAR on a PLANE!

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Packing your backpacking gear for plane travel is easy with a few simple tricks! Nobody wants a broken buckle on your backpack from baggage handlers throwing your backpack around. Plus conveyer belts have been known to snag or even cut a strap or two. In this video I give my tips on how to protect your backpack so that it makes it to your destination intact, plus more tips on what backpacking gear can and can NOT be brought on an airplane. Some backpacking gear MUST be checked, other gear has to be carried on, and some backpacking gear can't be brought on a plane PERIOD. I'll cover it all in this video. How to safely pack your backpacking gear for air travel!! Enjoy!
*This video was originally published on March 27, 2022 on REI’s Miranda in the Wild KZfaq channel, which is now an independent channel you can find at / @mirandagoesoutside
Why you should check your backpacking gear for plane travel: 00:43
How to check your backpacking gear on a plane safely: 1:53
What backpacking gear you can't bring on a plane: 7:09
How to bring backpacking food on a plane: 8:14
More tips for bringing your backpacking gear on an airplane (head lamp & trekking poles): 9:34
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Producer: Rainer Golden
Producer: Miranda Webster
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@FC-fx7zu Жыл бұрын

Thanks REI for keeping all of Miranda's videos!!! I panicked because I wanted to watch all of them. I hope they are all here. I enjoyed the series and so happy to be an REI member!!! ❤️❤️ Happy Customer

@davidjd123 Жыл бұрын

il agree but aim sure there is a lot more to it

@starship1128 Жыл бұрын

@@davidjd123 why can’t they just let Miranda keep the videos. It’s not that a big deal.

@scotthadfield1370 Жыл бұрын

@@starship1128 It is a big deal, this is all content that REI paid to have made and owns the rights to. In addition to the content being monetizable, there are many people and significant other costs involved in producing the videos. This is no different than any other artist who works for a music label or production company, if you want to go independent you don't just get given all of the works you were involved in. Of course, this all depends on the contract between Miranda and REI, of which I have zero insight into.

@rei Жыл бұрын

Yes, the Miranda in the Wild videos are all here. Enjoy watching, and thank you for being a member! 💚

@king.snapperhead Жыл бұрын

Throw an Air tag in there too! You'll be able to locate where your bag is even when the airline cannot!

@BlackthornBetty Жыл бұрын

How I feel about checking my hiking gear at the airport is how some people must feel dropping off their child at daycare for the first time. I don't think I can do it. Train it is. Lol

@bryanhikes Жыл бұрын

"That cellophane stuff they use to cover avocados." The most hipster thing ever said on KZfaq. Gotta love Miranda & Rainer! 🌄🌄🌄

@justinmcnally5395 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely LOVE your videos. Please keep ‘em coming! I found this one very useful.

@frankstopa6270 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thanks.

@adamchandler8508 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful and entertaining video. Thank you!

@1024Pete Ай бұрын

Thanks. Very helpful. The IKEA duffles are very flimsy. Zippers rip easy. Baggage handlers will test the weak carry handles. One time use.

@15halerobert 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, very informative. I think the biggest take away from your video is to get a bag to put your bag in. I checked Amazon and there are quite a few you can choose from, and a lot that are under $30. It should be noted if you what wheels add a 1 to the front of that number.

@mako5708 Жыл бұрын

How to? Easy: Put all sharper or harder things into middle of the pack and warp the softer stuff like clothes around them. You may also put on the rain cover. Use cling wrap and wrap it around the backpack in multiple layers :) or use also some duck tape.

@MudWalker Жыл бұрын

Luv you did an episode on this! I highly recommend moving to a large soft sided rolling bag vs duffle bags. I started out using a duffle bag but found it’s not the most comfortable to lug around. I use the REI Beast but I’m not sure if they have anymore 👍🏼

@rei Жыл бұрын

Hey Gregg! Thanks for the kudos. Rolling duffels are certainly a great option, too. Oh and in place of the REI Co-op Tech Beast, we now have the REI Co-op Big Haul.

@panhandlejake6200 11 ай бұрын

Like fuel - lighters are not permitted on aircraft - may be obvious. Trekking poles: I cover the tips of the poles with a Gatorade bottle (or similar) with the bottom cut off. Use duct tape to keep it in place. This minimizes (prevents?) the sharp tips from damaging your pack or possibly other luggage. Store the poles on the outside of the pack. Put as much inside the pack as will fit. Put the packed pack into a heavy duty contractors bag. I cut a small hole at the top where the carry strap (between pack shoulder straps) is. Pull the carry strap out of the hole then reenforce the hole with duct tape to minimize tearing. Use the carry strap to attach the baggage claim tag as it may not stick to the contractor bag. Tape the contractor bag closed. Tape on a clear plastic envelope containing your contact information so that the info is visible. Check the packed contractor bag. At the destination, you can either use the contractor bag as your pack liner or dispose of it, I dispose of it as the duct tape can't be easily removed without damaging the contractor bag. Same with the Gatorade bottle. I use a second contractor bag as my pack liner then use it to cover my pack on the return trip. I carry some extra duct tape (a small weight penalty) to close up the bag. Buy a drink bottle and use it to again cover your trekking poles. Like Miranda, I have a lightweight Sea to Summit daypack that I use to carry on my electronics, batteries and camera.

@rei 11 ай бұрын

We appreciate the specifics here, very helpful. Thanks for sharing!

@shumandaniele Күн бұрын

You can carry on disposable lighters now.

@joeygean8354 2 ай бұрын

I think the alternative option of rain cover over the bag might not be very safe for the airline staff handling the baggage because there's no handle for them to hold and will need to lift up the entire bag which could hurt them if your backpack is extremely heavy. Or they might just pull on the strings on the rain cover and rip it.

@Bunbunamor Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this video!

@pmm1044 Жыл бұрын

Hunts Butte looking south to Moore Point

@maroudewa 9 ай бұрын

hi , we could use a big waste bag i think ? it's something i plan to do on my upcoming trip :D

@natedog2411 7 ай бұрын

So I’m traveling for the first time with my new backpack, I usually just take a suitcase, I bought a new 65L Quest backpack. Think I can take it?

@SamuelGarcia-rf4th Ай бұрын

Ooh! What is that spare daypack you used?

@SkylinersYeti Жыл бұрын

There is no silver bullet when it comes to air travel. Damage is one concern the other is lost luggage. If all of my backpacking checked gear is lot the trip is lost.

@rickcollman351 Жыл бұрын

The clear film . . . You can get what's called furniture wrap from big box hardware stores in a roll for under $10. Secure all your straps and then wrap up that thing like a mummy. And cut a plastic bottle in half to put over the exposed ends of your broken down trekking poles and umbrella. I've done this several times with no I'll effects.

@megabubblez98 Жыл бұрын

I’m curious if you know if we could bring the following items in our checked luggage? 1) multi-tool (because it typically has a knife on it) 2) neck knife

@goldstarsforall Жыл бұрын

Depends on the blade size, but TSA has it all online

@d4ngly 3 ай бұрын

how did u put those patches on that bag?

@kellytoledough Ай бұрын

Could I use a garbage bag with luggage straps instead of a pack duffle?

@adamweeks5379 6 күн бұрын

I am looking on tips for mailing most of my gear to the trailhead. I would travel with my backpacking pack as my carry-on with just travel essentials. Sleeping bag, bear can, tent, stove etc… sent ahead. Any thoughts on this strategy?

@shumandaniele Күн бұрын

Fuels and aerosols like bear spray may have shipping restrictions as well. Check with the USPS.

@MomWentHiking Жыл бұрын

What are the rules or your experiences for traveling with a backpacking stove? I have had different experiences. (MSR Pocket Rocket.)

@rei Жыл бұрын

TSA rules state that stoves must be empty of all fuel and cleaned of any residue-a standard that can be tough to achieve. Some airlines have gone a step further and completely banned camping stoves, so we recommend everyone check their carrier’s rules before travel. Although not the most convenient, it may be worth finding a place to rent or buy a stove at your destination. This would bypass security hassles and the risk of the stove getting confiscated at the airport.

@d4ngly 3 ай бұрын

AIRTAGS!

@eda715 4 ай бұрын

I don’t know how true it is, but I heard that airlines don’t cover damages to you luggage but they will cover damages to the contents. By placing your pack in a duffel if your pack is damaged the airline may cover the damages. Never mind…. She covered it.😂

@kimmazzola2452 Жыл бұрын

How do you pack ur trekking poles?

@kimmazzola2452 Жыл бұрын

Should have waited till end of video, 😂

@armanger6254 Жыл бұрын

FedEx those items to your starting destination!

@robertkelleher1850 Жыл бұрын

Is this a re-upload? The video quality is terrible. Looks like the color died.

@Word187 Жыл бұрын

It is. Miranda left REI and her channel is now called Miranda goes Outside. However REI still owns the content so they re-upload the video's to this channel

@tinaanzo867 Жыл бұрын

Hate backpackers hitting passengers and crew because the can't or won't take it off during boarding!

@srper2 7 ай бұрын

BS, trekking packs are too long to be allowed as carry on. The weird little canvas bag you have there is small enough for carry on but isn't a trekking pack.

@elkins4406 25 күн бұрын

? From the very start, she advocates checking your pack, not trying to carry it on. She's very clear about that. You didn't bother watching the video, did you.

@srper2 24 күн бұрын

@@elkins4406 Watch the video yourself and stop trolling other people for speaking truth.