Meg travel

rogeringebo · 14th February 2006, 06:28

Corrrect me if I am wrong but I think that Stormcases are quite alot lighter than Pelican but just as tough,Could save you some weight........
Cheers
Rodge

Toren · 14th February 2006, 06:57

After some hassles of various kinds involving the weight and visual appearance of Pelican cases, I switched to plain Samsonite "Oyster" hardshells and foam pads.
Three years on...no hassles, no damages, and no problems.

bubnotbub · 14th February 2006, 06:58

Hi,
i have always travelled with rebreather inside the rigid suitcase Samsonite Oyster 2.

I'ts lightest than a pelycan, it has comfortable wheels for the transport, and above all it is anonymous.

Nothing problems in customs and less possibility than stoll.

Bon Voyage

Aldo

Explorer · 14th February 2006, 14:30

UK has a new case out. It weights next to nothing.

Underwater Kinetics

Model

AMRE2550W
Size (in.)

20.04 x 11.20 x 7.86
Description

Features
New resin
Excellent impact resistance
Lightweight
New easy and safe locking system
New soft grip carry handle for extra comfort
Resistant to extreme weather conditions
Crushproof
Watertight
Sand and dust proof
Corrosion proof
Pressure adjustment
Neoprene o-ring
Padlock holes
Personalized nameplate

Accessories
Cubed foam
Padlock

bubnotbub · 14th February 2006, 15:13

Hi,
I like it.

Do you known the price?

Thanks
Aldo

Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer)

UK has a new case out. It weights next to nothing.

Underwater Kinetics

Model

AMRE2550W
Size (in.)

20.04 x 11.20 x 7.86
Description

Features
New resin
Excellent impact resistance
Lightweight
New easy and safe locking system
New soft grip carry handle for extra comfort
Resistant to extreme weather conditions
Crushproof
Watertight
Sand and dust proof
Corrosion proof
Pressure adjustment
Neoprene o-ring
Padlock holes
Personalized nameplate

Accessories
Cubed foam
Padlock

Explorer · 14th February 2006, 15:31

Not sure. Have to check with UK on that one.

mverick · 14th February 2006, 16:05

Re: Meg/ Optima Comp... - 19th January 2006, 07:12

Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer)
Here are the specs for the UK 821 case. This is the one.

Quote
Model 821
Size (in.) 20.9 x 12.9 x 8.4
Description 821 Dry Case
Tough injection molded o-ring sealed carrying case protects contents from dust and water. Many options make this case adaptable to most applications. Ideal protection for instrumentation, sales presentation packages, test equipment, photographic equipment, guns and other delicate equipment

* Tough ABS construction withstands 7 foot drop to concrete
* Padded fold-down ABS handle
* Strong ABS snap latches
* Optional user configurable pluck foam filling or instrument panel mounting ring
* Full length hinge, padlock loops and two front latches secure contents
* Pressure equalization valve allows easy opening after altitude or temperature change
* Interlocks in stacks with same or mixed sizes

This is what I use. I carry it on. It's within legal limits in the US. Fits everything except the loop hoses and the tanks.

***sadave*** · 14th February 2006, 21:57

Quote: (Originally Posted by schford)

We got one for Sarah too fairly loaded (inclduing head) it weighs 30.4kg and weight limit in metric is 32kg.

Just to clarify, the 32kg limit has nothing to do with airline luggage allowances for excess baggage etc. The 32kg limit is an international airline OH&S rule. No airline in the world is allowed to accept a bag weighing over 32kg's, as the baggage handlers aren't allowed to lift it... (yeah yeah, before you all jump in, on the day, I'm sure some exceptions have been made, but these are the rules...)

Hope this helps...

CD
(former baggage handler till I injured my back permanently due to lifting too many ****ing 32kg bags!!!)

zbskii · 14th February 2006, 22:19

Why does everybody use watertight cases? Seems overkill to me. I don't have a rebreather, but I carry around all my scuba junk in this:
http://www.containerstore.com/browse...1&PRODID=62806

Conforms to airline luggage sizes, and is pretty durable.

mverick · 14th February 2006, 23:14

Quote: (Originally Posted by zbskii)

Why does everybody use watertight cases? Seems overkill to me. I don't have a rebreather, but I carry around all my scuba junk in this:
http://www.containerstore.com/browse...1&PRODID=62806

Conforms to airline luggage sizes, and is pretty durable.

I have one of those. Got it at Wal Mart I think. My dog needed a swimmin pool for summer and he loves it.

It is tough too. He's pretty rough. It hilarious to watch.. LOL....

I wanted a tough carry on. I use them for Camera gear also with foam. It just happened to fit a meg also.

14th February 2006, 06:28	#11 (permalink)
rogeringebo Done with bubbles Current Rebreather/s: Pelagian Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Pelagian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Stockholm Sweden Posts: 697	Re: Meg travel Corrrect me if I am wrong but I think that Stormcases are quite alot lighter than Pelican but just as tough,Could save you some weight........ Cheers Rodge
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14th February 2006, 06:57	#12 (permalink)
Toren In Rebreather holding pattern... Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: SF, CA Posts: 114	Re: Meg travel After some hassles of various kinds involving the weight and visual appearance of Pelican cases, I switched to plain Samsonite "Oyster" hardshells and foam pads. Three years on...no hassles, no damages, and no problems.
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14th February 2006, 06:58	#13 (permalink)
bubnotbub Silent diver Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Ouroboros rEvo Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss rEvo Other CCR Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: France Italy Posts: 390	Re: Meg travel Hi, i have always travelled with rebreather inside the rigid suitcase Samsonite Oyster 2. I'ts lightest than a pelycan, it has comfortable wheels for the transport, and above all it is anonymous. Nothing problems in customs and less possibility than stoll. Bon Voyage Aldo __________________ Aldo Ferrucci *Trimix and Rebreather IT* *Expedition Leader* *www.bubnotbub.com* I like bubbles only in my glass of Champagne
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14th February 2006, 14:30	#14 (permalink)
Explorer I will teach you a..... Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 765	Re: Meg travel UK has a new case out. It weights next to nothing. Underwater Kinetics Model AMRE2550W Size (in.) 20.04 x 11.20 x 7.86 Description Features New resin Excellent impact resistance Lightweight New easy and safe locking system New soft grip carry handle for extra comfort Resistant to extreme weather conditions Crushproof Watertight Sand and dust proof Corrosion proof Pressure adjustment Neoprene o-ring Padlock holes Personalized nameplate Accessories Cubed foam Padlock __________________ REALLY FRICKIN' TRAIN WRECKED.....
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14th February 2006, 15:13	#15 (permalink)
bubnotbub Silent diver Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Ouroboros rEvo Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss rEvo Other CCR Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: France Italy Posts: 390	Re: Meg travel Hi, I like it. Do you known the price? Thanks Aldo Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer) UK has a new case out. It weights next to nothing. Underwater Kinetics Model AMRE2550W Size (in.) 20.04 x 11.20 x 7.86 Description Features New resin Excellent impact resistance Lightweight New easy and safe locking system New soft grip carry handle for extra comfort Resistant to extreme weather conditions Crushproof Watertight Sand and dust proof Corrosion proof Pressure adjustment Neoprene o-ring Padlock holes Personalized nameplate Accessories Cubed foam Padlock __________________ Aldo Ferrucci *Trimix and Rebreather IT* *Expedition Leader* *www.bubnotbub.com* I like bubbles only in my glass of Champagne
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14th February 2006, 15:31	#16 (permalink)
Explorer I will teach you a..... Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 765	Re: Meg travel Not sure. Have to check with UK on that one. __________________ REALLY FRICKIN' TRAIN WRECKED.....
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14th February 2006, 16:05	#17 (permalink)
mverick ScubaPimp Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 511	Re: Meg travel Re: Meg/ Optima Comp... - 19th January 2006, 07:12 Quote: (Originally Posted by Explorer) Here are the specs for the UK 821 case. This is the one. Quote Model 821 Size (in.) 20.9 x 12.9 x 8.4 Description 821 Dry Case Tough injection molded o-ring sealed carrying case protects contents from dust and water. Many options make this case adaptable to most applications. Ideal protection for instrumentation, sales presentation packages, test equipment, photographic equipment, guns and other delicate equipment * Tough ABS construction withstands 7 foot drop to concrete * Padded fold-down ABS handle * Strong ABS snap latches * Optional user configurable pluck foam filling or instrument panel mounting ring * Full length hinge, padlock loops and two front latches secure contents * Pressure equalization valve allows easy opening after altitude or temperature change * Interlocks in stacks with same or mixed sizes This is what I use. I carry it on. It's within legal limits in the US. Fits everything except the loop hoses and the tanks. Last edited by mverick : 14th February 2006 at 17:59.
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14th February 2006, 21:57	#18 (permalink)
*sadave* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Brisbane, Queensland Posts: 1,034	Re: Meg travel Quote: (Originally Posted by schford) We got one for Sarah too fairly loaded (inclduing head) it weighs 30.4kg and weight limit in metric is 32kg. Just to clarify, the 32kg limit has nothing to do with airline luggage allowances for excess baggage etc. The 32kg limit is an international airline OH&S rule. No airline in the world is allowed to accept a bag weighing over 32kg's, as the baggage handlers aren't allowed to lift it... (yeah yeah, before you all jump in, on the day, I'm sure some exceptions have been made, but these are the rules...) Hope this helps... CD (former baggage handler till I injured my back permanently due to lifting too many **ing 32kg bags!!!) __________________ Wave!**
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14th February 2006, 22:19	#19 (permalink)
zbskii I have a diving problem. Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 134	Re: Meg travel Why does everybody use watertight cases? Seems overkill to me. I don't have a rebreather, but I carry around all my scuba junk in this: http://www.containerstore.com/browse...1&PRODID=62806 Conforms to airline luggage sizes, and is pretty durable.
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14th February 2006, 23:14	#20 (permalink)
mverick ScubaPimp Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 511	Re: Meg travel Quote: (Originally Posted by zbskii) Why does everybody use watertight cases? Seems overkill to me. I don't have a rebreather, but I carry around all my scuba junk in this: http://www.containerstore.com/browse...1&PRODID=62806 Conforms to airline luggage sizes, and is pretty durable. I have one of those. Got it at Wal Mart I think. My dog needed a swimmin pool for summer and he loves it. It is tough too. He's pretty rough. It hilarious to watch.. LOL.... I wanted a tough carry on. I use them for Camera gear also with foam. It just happened to fit a meg also.
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