Tripod and flying?

[ehasler]

I'm planning on taking my tripod with me when I go to Prague for New Year, but am a bit worried about how I'm going to get it there!

Does anyone have any experience of this - will airlines normally allow them in as handluggage, or will it need to go in the hold?

[te51cle]

I've always stuck mine in the back of my suitcase and have never had a problem with damage. You'll be fine if your check-in baggage is big enough. 2nd option would be to pack your tripod in its bag with clothes stuffed around it.

I wouldn't think the security people would be too keen to see someone carrying a 2 foot long knobbly club around an airport or onto an aircraft nowadays !

[getcarter]

I just got back from the Seychelles, dumped my usual big benbo for a £20 Jessups lightweight job... tucked away amongst the shirts and did the job - just. Guess it depends how heavy your camera is.

>> Edited by getcarter on Monday 22 December 16:21