Every travelling angler – especially when they cast their fate to an airline – has experienced that sinking feeling in their gut when they place their rod cases on the oversized luggage rack.
And waved good-bye to the tools of their trade as they trundle along the conveyor belt.
Maybe never to be seen again. Or at least not for a few days interval while the unfortunate angler scrambles for a replacement.
A great way to overcome the oversized angst is to invest in 4-piece travel fly-rods that break down into a small enough package to be stowed in a large-sized duffle bag. Preferably one with wheels.
A Punta Allen panga.
I personally have a 5-weight trout rod and an 8-weight for larger prey which fit nearly into the lower compartment of my bag.
It’s large enough for the rods plus waders, boots, trout net, tackle vest and even a collapsible wading stick.
Plus clothes and other vacation essentials in the upper compartment.
Modern air travel, unfortunately, is never going to be stress-free.
But knowing that your rods and tackle are going to be stowed with the regular passenger baggage clearly takes a weight off your mind.
Fly rods at the ready for the day’s adventure in the Bahamas.
