Panniers as Hand Luggage

Aidocp

Hi its been over a year since I last flew and previously I took one of my rear Panniers (Ortlieb Sportpacker Plus) on the plane as hand luggage, with all the security stuff, am I likely to have any problems this year?

Philip Davis

I don't see any reason why there should be a problem, I've brought panniers through many times, although not in the last 12 months. I don't think there is anything in a pannier that won't be found in a regular stiff bag.

As my panniers are usually filthy, i find that carrying them in a strong plastic shopping bag (preferably from a posh, upmarket shop), means that you get less funny looks from check in staff and security.

Johnny Ergo

Sorr Aidocp, I don't know the answer to your question but if you could just let me have your address and the dates you are away, i will come around and relieve you of that beautiful Bianchi.
All the best
Johnny

Hairy Jock

So long as it fits within the the specified size, this depends on airline but is usually about 56x45x25cm (22x18x10in), it shouldn't be a problem.

Johnny Ergo wrote:

Sorr Aidocp, I don't know the answer to your question but if you could just let me have your address and the dates you are away, i will come around and relieve you of that beautiful Bianchi.
All the best
Johnny

That is a very generous offer from Johnny Ergo...

andymiller

Aidocp wrote:

Hi its been over a year since I last flew and previously I took one of my rear Panniers (Ortlieb Sportpacker Plus) on the plane as hand luggage, with all the security stuff, am I likely to have any problems this year?

Yes they do fit the new security requirements. But you can't pack tools (or nail clippers for that matter) in your hand luggage. So presumably you will have to check some luggage in.

Aidocp

Thanks for the replies folks,

PS Johnny, I'm away this decade