I'm travelling to Japan for 3 weeks and was wondering if it would be able to be used as a carry on for United? Or would the Redwing 44 be better?
122047
Depending on what they define as carry on. The back support brace and lower strap can be removed to better conform to the carry on guide lines.
1478100
if it is overstuffed, it may be too long. I have had friends use theirs as carry on, but I did not attempt to. It is a smaller (higher than a chair back) pack and very lightweight though.
812763
Hi Sue! I strongly suggest the TETON Sports Scout3400. It's the perfect size for a carry on so long as you don't over-stuff it. In fact, that's one of the things I like about it so much. You pack it to fit within the carry-on restrictions and then you have a little extra room for things that you purchase along the way. If you check out the 100's of reviews, you'll note that many talk about using it as a carry-on. Anytime you get over 100 reviews with the vast majority being 4 and 5 stars, you know you have a winner. I love mine (green) and my husband loves his (orange). I'm 5'4" and he's 5'10". Have a blast in Europe!
323636
No you cannot use it as a carry on. to long even without the cardboard bottom. I just tried!!
2085180
We used it on a regional jet from Montreal. It fit under the seat in front of us. Leg room was a bit cramped but that should be expected. You might want to upgrade to get more leg room.
92596
I travel for a living but I have never traveled with my pack as a carry on when flying. Judging from the size of the seats and the length of the bag I can safely assume the bag will be to long to actually fit under the seat.
1388250
I wound up leaving it at home because it seemed a transit hazard to anyone trying to get across you to get to the aisle in coach. Don't know if the Airlines have any specific policy, but figured it wasn't worth it's weight and space in a carryon on top of being a possible hazard. Lufthansa, for ex., only allowed 18lbs for carryon on transatlantic flight, and this weighed c. 2lbs.
403258
Probably. Maybe. The reason I'm not definitive might depend on the airline. It could be a carry-on by size from what I can see (very close). If you look at the specifications for size and compare with an airline chart online, that might help. Hate to tell you definitively, since I don't know and don't work for an airline.
321310
Funny that you mention that, Why Yes you can. I flew United and Southwest after I got this and was my only carryon for some overnight trips.I had this pretty full with my laptop/books and a couple other things and it fits nearly perfect under the seat in front of me. P.S. I did have to show TSA how to open it when I went through security.
378762
We have not ever tried to use it as a carry on, so I can't answer that part but we have checked it, fully extended & were not charged an oversize fee. Use zip ties in the extra holes, though, to prevent your rods getting broken should they decide to inspect it. It has worked out great for our offshore poles.
1617933
I have not flown with it yet, but it might be a little bit on the large side if you had it stuffed. Also some of the more tighter older plane's might not let you use it for a carry-on and make you check it in.
2135446
No problem. I haven't had any airline, including Delta, ever tell me this bag was too big to carry-on.
1293877
I assume you are talking about the top bag which comes off like a brief case or back pack. Yes I think it should fit as carry on and hold up to bring checked. I suppose the whole thing might fit in the overhead but would be an awkward shape to carry.
2030899
I'm not familiar with older models, can't help you there. As for taking on a plane as an extra bag, it's fairly large and heavy, so I would say no.
857412
Yes, that's why I bought it. I've carried it on many times, no problem. It is small enough it will fit any airlines carry on restrictions.
267579
Technically yes. Although you will find that it is about 1/2 inch too long to fit into the overheads on many planes. Jetblue is fine, but I have had trouble on United with their 757s 737s and of course any smaller commuter plane. It will fit into the overhead sideways, but then you are more likely to get into a situation where you will have to check it. You would be much better off getting the airport takeoff as it is a newly designed bag and is slightly smaller. I use my bigger airport security for non air travel and when I fly, I use the takeoff. It always fits, and in a pinch will even squeeze under the seat. Technically yes. Although you will find that it is about 1/2 inch too long to fit into the overheads on many planes. Jetblue is fine, but I have had trouble on United with their 757s 737s and of course any smaller commuter plane. It will fit into the overhead sideways, but then you are more likely to get into a situation where you will have to check it. You would be much better off getting the airport takeoff as it is a newly designed bag and is slightly smaller. I use my bigger airport security for non air travel and when I fly, I use the takeoff. It always fits, and in a pinch will even... » Read More Technically yes. Although you will find that it is about 1/2 inch too long to fit into the overheads on many planes. Jetblue is fine, but I have had trouble on United with their 757s 737s and of course any smaller commuter plane. It will fit into the overhead sideways, but then you are more likely to get into a situation where you will have to check it. You would be much better off getting the airport takeoff as it is a newly designed bag and is slightly smaller. I use my bigger airport security for non air travel and when I fly, I use the takeoff. It always fits, and in a pinch will even squeeze under the seat. « Show Less
60909
I had it in the luggage so i did not put it my carry on but I'm leaning towards you might run the risk of it being taken. Also the size may Exceed the amount of liquid your allowed to bring on an airplane.