We put way too much of our hard earned money into our slalom ski setups to let airplane travel take its toll on them. When travelling anywhere with our equipment, whether it be by plane train or automobile, we want to make sure that everything stays safe and sound. Imagine the heartbreak of rolling up to a competition only to find that your well tuned, very expensive ski has suffered a traumatic fracture during transit. Therefore, finding the right bag for your trip is essential.
Not all bags are created equal, some are better for air travel while others are streamlined to take up less space in the car. In any case, if you are planning on taking your equipment with you on any type of trip you will want the right case. So here to help you sift through the riff raff and find the right protection for the right application, is the top three slalom ski bags for travel.
If you are planning a trip by plane, this is indisputably the bag you want to carry. This bag has nice heavy duty padding all around the entire shell to provide for impeccable impact protection. If you are anything like me, then you may be haunted by visions of your bag being thrown and kicked down the runway the second you check it in at the ticket counter.
Nothing can stop those visions, but it’s easier to stomach if I can at least envision them kicking and tossing this bag instead of something else. As you can tell from the picture, this bag is sleek and durable. Plus couple that with the shoulder strap and rolling wheels, and you have a bag that is ready to go anywhere without slowing you down. Also, with a price tag just shy of 100 bucks it’s an easy purchase to make.More »
Although this bag is designed for the Radar Vapor, I have found that plenty of other skis fit inside just fine. This padded bag makes my list for best land travel bag. If you are going by car or train, this bag will keep your equipment safe and secure. I could see it surviving one or two trips through the airport but the overall design leaves some extrusions which would worry me for airplane travel.
However, if you have a measure of control over where the bag goes, then this is the best bag to keep your equipment protected. The oversize boot compartment allows you to fit everything in comfortably with minimal shake. Couple that with it’s solid strapping and heavy duty zippers and nothing is getting loose from this bag. Finally, it’s lightweight enough to go anywhere and stand up to any stress. Plus you can’t beat the price of 65 bucks. More »
If you are the type of person who likes everything overbuilt, then the Radar Team bag is perfect for you. This ultra heavy duty bag is built for maximum protection. It teeters on the bulky side of the spectrum, but for those who take no risks with their equipment it’s not even a factor. The Radar team bag is built in a perfect cylindrical shape making it almost impervious to airplane travel.
Plus, with plenty of built in pockets and storage options, there is room for everything you could need on your slalom trip. This bag was built for airports and features thick canvas material which won’t rip or fray during long trips down conveyor belts. Plus everything locks in tight with no flailing straps, thus preventing even more catastrophe. At 165 bucks the Radar Team bag is definitely a little more expensive, but for skiers who plan on doing a lot of travel -- it’s worth every penny. More »
Not all bags are created equal, some are better for air travel while others are streamlined to take up less space in the car. In any case, if you are planning on taking your equipment with you on any type of trip you will want the right case. So here to help you sift through the riff raff and find the right protection for the right application, is the top three slalom ski bags for travel.
1. O'Brien Slalom Waterski Bag
If you are planning a trip by plane, this is indisputably the bag you want to carry. This bag has nice heavy duty padding all around the entire shell to provide for impeccable impact protection. If you are anything like me, then you may be haunted by visions of your bag being thrown and kicked down the runway the second you check it in at the ticket counter.
Nothing can stop those visions, but it’s easier to stomach if I can at least envision them kicking and tossing this bag instead of something else. As you can tell from the picture, this bag is sleek and durable. Plus couple that with the shoulder strap and rolling wheels, and you have a bag that is ready to go anywhere without slowing you down. Also, with a price tag just shy of 100 bucks it’s an easy purchase to make.More »
2. Radar Vapor Ski Bag
Although this bag is designed for the Radar Vapor, I have found that plenty of other skis fit inside just fine. This padded bag makes my list for best land travel bag. If you are going by car or train, this bag will keep your equipment safe and secure. I could see it surviving one or two trips through the airport but the overall design leaves some extrusions which would worry me for airplane travel.
However, if you have a measure of control over where the bag goes, then this is the best bag to keep your equipment protected. The oversize boot compartment allows you to fit everything in comfortably with minimal shake. Couple that with it’s solid strapping and heavy duty zippers and nothing is getting loose from this bag. Finally, it’s lightweight enough to go anywhere and stand up to any stress. Plus you can’t beat the price of 65 bucks. More »
3. Radar Team Padded Bag
If you are the type of person who likes everything overbuilt, then the Radar Team bag is perfect for you. This ultra heavy duty bag is built for maximum protection. It teeters on the bulky side of the spectrum, but for those who take no risks with their equipment it’s not even a factor. The Radar team bag is built in a perfect cylindrical shape making it almost impervious to airplane travel.
Plus, with plenty of built in pockets and storage options, there is room for everything you could need on your slalom trip. This bag was built for airports and features thick canvas material which won’t rip or fray during long trips down conveyor belts. Plus everything locks in tight with no flailing straps, thus preventing even more catastrophe. At 165 bucks the Radar Team bag is definitely a little more expensive, but for skiers who plan on doing a lot of travel -- it’s worth every penny. More »