Travel case for Meg

MikeH · 3rd July 2006, 00:21

I need to buy a travel case for my Meg. I recall that people have said the largest carry-on legal Pelican and Storm cases will carry it all minus the cylinders....but I went and looked at Storm cases(the M2500) it didn't look like it would all fit. Anybody have any real experience using these cases(either the Storm or equivalent size Pelican)??

I like the idea that somebody suggested using a Travelpro suitcase...but if it comes down to having to check the bag, the Travelpro will not protect the unit anywhere near as much as the Pelican or Storm.

Any recommendations?

Mike

**wedivebc** · 3rd July 2006, 12:15

Quote: (Originally Posted by MikeH)

I need to buy a travel case for my Meg. I recall that people have said the largest carry-on legal Pelican and Storm cases will carry it all minus the cylinders....but I went and looked at Storm cases(the M2500) it didn't look like it would all fit. Anybody have any real experience using these cases(either the Storm or equivalent size Pelican)??

I like the idea that somebody suggested using a Travelpro suitcase...but if it comes down to having to check the bag, the Travelpro will not protect the unit anywhere near as much as the Pelican or Storm.

Any recommendations?

Mike

If you put it in a travelpro then you can take it as carry on then YOU can protect it. Besides it's built like a tank, how much protecting does it need?

Micko · 3rd July 2006, 12:33

What do you need to protect?
The Meg is tough as F%##
If you take it on as carry you nurse it everywhere anyway.
Remember as carry on yur the only person handiling your unit.

MikeH · 3rd July 2006, 21:32

Quote: (Originally Posted by wedivebc)

If you put it in a travelpro then you can take it as carry on then YOU can protect it. Besides it's built like a tank, how much protecting does it need?

On some flights there is just not enough baggage space for all the crap people bring with them....and if you happen to be near the last group getting on the airplane, you may not have a choice but to check the bag. Been there, done that, have busted up gear to prove it.

Plus, there is always the flights on regional jets or small turboprops where they take your luggage from you at the plane, then give it back after the flight. You never know what happens there....but having been a pilot for 13 years I've seen enough to know better than to check anything(whether at the ticket counter or planeside) that could be easily damaged.

The only thing needing any protection is the head and handsets. If they get beat around too much, things can quit working. They are electronic, after all.

Mike

**wedivebc** · 4th July 2006, 02:02

Quote: (Originally Posted by MikeH)

On some flights there is just not enough baggage space for all the crap people bring with them....and if you happen to be near the last group getting on the airplane, you may not have a choice but to check the bag. Been there, done that, have busted up gear to prove it.

Plus, there is always the flights on regional jets or small turboprops where they take your luggage from you at the plane, then give it back after the flight. You never know what happens there....but having been a pilot for 13 years I've seen enough to know better than to check anything(whether at the ticket counter or planeside) that could be easily damaged.

The only thing needing any protection is the head and handsets. If they get beat around too much, things can quit working. They are electronic, after all.

Mike

Point taken

RonMicjan · 4th July 2006, 03:01

In the time I have been travelling with my CCR, i have only had to check the meg once, late arrival for a connection and the bins were full, units came through just fine in the travel pro. they are really great suitcases, mine is 5 years old now and certainlly battle scarred, but still servicable. The meg is designed to survive a 4 foot drop, you may want to pack the handsets into a neoprene sock or such, they would be the most delicate part.

the travelpro has wheels too, the pelican and storm cases of that size do not. However, the meg, CL's, Regs, head, and loop fit in those cases just fine.

**UWSojourner** · 4th July 2006, 04:07

What was the case that Leon had with him up in BC? I thought he or Carl had a Storm case. Do you know which model?

MikeH · 4th July 2006, 04:09

Quote: (Originally Posted by RonMicjan)

In the time I have been travelling with my CCR, i have only had to check the meg once, late arrival for a connection and the bins were full, units came through just fine in the travel pro. they are really great suitcases, mine is 5 years old now and certainlly battle scarred, but still servicable. The meg is designed to survive a 4 foot drop, you may want to pack the handsets into a neoprene sock or such, they would be the most delicate part.

the travelpro has wheels too, the pelican and storm cases of that size do not. However, the meg, CL's, Regs, head, and loop fit in those cases just fine.

Actually, the Storm iM2500 case(the largest carry-on legal size they have) has wheels and an extending handle...but seems a bit small.

I have had Travelpro in the past, and they are great suitcases. I do, however, personally prefer the suitcases by Luggageworks(formerly Purdy Neat Stuff). http://www.luggageworksonline.com/ Specifically the 102NG or 103NG models. I have a model 104NG(they consider it an "international size" bag) that is approximately 9 years old, and still rock solid.

I guess I'll look into a Luggageworks or Travelpro bag if the Storm doesn't fit everything(except cylinders) very well. I think I could get everything INCLUDING cylinders in a LW or TP bag....but not so in the Storm.

I guess compromise is just a fact of life...

Mike

starfishdiving · 4th July 2006, 06:17

Quote: (Originally Posted by UWSojourner)

What was the case that Leon had with him up in BC? I thought he or Carl had a Storm case. Do you know which model?

Gentlemen! (You too Ron):

Carl and Leon both had the Storm cases. Carls was a amaller size.
I did like the deeper model. I need to order a new Stormcase this week.
My big 'ol fat Pelican case weighs darn near 25lbs by itself! What a beast.
Dave: Didn't you get the case that your Meg came in?

OK Gents: Diving on the Black Dragon tomorrow (4th). Yesterday was diving Lake Crescent to the Warren car. A fine holiday weekend of diving.

Be good!
FIGJAM'ers Unite!

**wedivebc** · 4th July 2006, 06:39

Quote: (Originally Posted by starfishdiving)

Gentlemen! (You too Ron):

Carl and Leon both had the Storm cases. Carls was a amaller size.
I did like the deeper model. I need to order a new Stormcase this week.
My big 'ol fat Pelican case weighs darn near 25lbs by itself! What a beast.
Dave: Didn't you get the case that your Meg came in?

OK Gents: Diving on the Black Dragon tomorrow (4th). Yesterday was diving Lake Crescent to the Warren car. A fine holiday weekend of diving.

Be good!
FIGJAM'ers Unite!

Leon wanted it back. I am looking for something smaller anyway. Are you talking about the Black Dragon off Victoria? I am there right now. Why don't we have coffee if you're in town?

3rd July 2006, 00:21	#1 (permalink)
MikeH Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Orlando, FL USA Posts: 178	Travel case for Meg I need to buy a travel case for my Meg. I recall that people have said the largest carry-on legal Pelican and Storm cases will carry it all minus the cylinders....but I went and looked at Storm cases(the M2500) it didn't look like it would all fit. Anybody have any real experience using these cases(either the Storm or equivalent size Pelican)?? I like the idea that somebody suggested using a Travelpro suitcase...but if it comes down to having to check the bag, the Travelpro will not protect the unit anywhere near as much as the Pelican or Storm. Any recommendations? Mike
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3rd July 2006, 12:15	#2 (permalink)
wedivebc Dave Tomblin Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Other CCR Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Vancouver Island BC Canada Posts: 1,508	Re: Travel case for Meg Quote: (Originally Posted by MikeH) I need to buy a travel case for my Meg. I recall that people have said the largest carry-on legal Pelican and Storm cases will carry it all minus the cylinders....but I went and looked at Storm cases(the M2500) it didn't look like it would all fit. Anybody have any real experience using these cases(either the Storm or equivalent size Pelican)?? I like the idea that somebody suggested using a Travelpro suitcase...but if it comes down to having to check the bag, the Travelpro will not protect the unit anywhere near as much as the Pelican or Storm. Any recommendations? Mike If you put it in a travelpro then you can take it as carry on then YOU can protect it. Besides it's built like a tank, how much protecting does it need? __________________ Cheers, Dave.... Man is the only animal burdened with the knowledge he will eventually die
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3rd July 2006, 12:33	#3 (permalink)
Micko Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: perth Posts: 114	Re: Travel case for Meg What do you need to protect? The Meg is tough as F%## If you take it on as carry you nurse it everywhere anyway. Remember as carry on yur the only person handiling your unit.
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3rd July 2006, 21:32	#4 (permalink)
MikeH Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Orlando, FL USA Posts: 178	Re: Travel case for Meg Quote: (Originally Posted by wedivebc) If you put it in a travelpro then you can take it as carry on then YOU can protect it. Besides it's built like a tank, how much protecting does it need? On some flights there is just not enough baggage space for all the crap people bring with them....and if you happen to be near the last group getting on the airplane, you may not have a choice but to check the bag. Been there, done that, have busted up gear to prove it. Plus, there is always the flights on regional jets or small turboprops where they take your luggage from you at the plane, then give it back after the flight. You never know what happens there....but having been a pilot for 13 years I've seen enough to know better than to check anything(whether at the ticket counter or planeside) that could be easily damaged. The only thing needing any protection is the head and handsets. If they get beat around too much, things can quit working. They are electronic, after all. Mike
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4th July 2006, 03:01	#6 (permalink)
RonMicjan Cap Ron scourge of the NW Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Dolphin Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Dolphin Home Build Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cape Disapointment, The Graveyard of the Pacific Posts: 1,120	Re: Travel case for Meg In the time I have been travelling with my CCR, i have only had to check the meg once, late arrival for a connection and the bins were full, units came through just fine in the travel pro. they are really great suitcases, mine is 5 years old now and certainlly battle scarred, but still servicable. The meg is designed to survive a 4 foot drop, you may want to pack the handsets into a neoprene sock or such, they would be the most delicate part. the travelpro has wheels too, the pelican and storm cases of that size do not. However, the meg, CL's, Regs, head, and loop fit in those cases just fine. __________________ Marine rescue, towing and salvage. Interfering with natural selection since 1983. www.tmishop.com Diving bits etc. www.seatowpdx.com The Summer Job
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4th July 2006, 04:07	#7 (permalink)
UWSojourner Pacific Northwest Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 558	Re: Travel case for Meg What was the case that Leon had with him up in BC? I thought he or Carl had a Storm case. Do you know which model?
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4th July 2006, 04:09	#8 (permalink)
MikeH Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Orlando, FL USA Posts: 178	Re: Travel case for Meg Quote: (Originally Posted by RonMicjan) In the time I have been travelling with my CCR, i have only had to check the meg once, late arrival for a connection and the bins were full, units came through just fine in the travel pro. they are really great suitcases, mine is 5 years old now and certainlly battle scarred, but still servicable. The meg is designed to survive a 4 foot drop, you may want to pack the handsets into a neoprene sock or such, they would be the most delicate part. the travelpro has wheels too, the pelican and storm cases of that size do not. However, the meg, CL's, Regs, head, and loop fit in those cases just fine. Actually, the Storm iM2500 case(the largest carry-on legal size they have) has wheels and an extending handle...but seems a bit small. I have had Travelpro in the past, and they are great suitcases. I do, however, personally prefer the suitcases by Luggageworks(formerly Purdy Neat Stuff). http://www.luggageworksonline.com/ Specifically the 102NG or 103NG models. I have a model 104NG(they consider it an "international size" bag) that is approximately 9 years old, and still rock solid. I guess I'll look into a Luggageworks or Travelpro bag if the Storm doesn't fit everything(except cylinders) very well. I think I could get everything INCLUDING cylinders in a LW or TP bag....but not so in the Storm. I guess compromise is just a fact of life... Mike
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4th July 2006, 06:17	#9 (permalink)
starfishdiving Water is Life! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Seattle, WA USA Posts: 32	Re: Travel case for Meg Quote: (Originally Posted by UWSojourner) What was the case that Leon had with him up in BC? I thought he or Carl had a Storm case. Do you know which model? Gentlemen! (You too Ron): Carl and Leon both had the Storm cases. Carls was a amaller size. I did like the deeper model. I need to order a new Stormcase this week. My big 'ol fat Pelican case weighs darn near 25lbs by itself! What a beast. Dave: Didn't you get the case that your Meg came in? OK Gents: Diving on the Black Dragon tomorrow (4th). Yesterday was diving Lake Crescent to the Warren car. A fine holiday weekend of diving. Be good! FIGJAM'ers Unite! __________________ Randy Williams Seattle, WA USA Con***ius say: "Man who say it cannot be done should not bother the man who is doing it."
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4th July 2006, 06:39	#10 (permalink)
wedivebc Dave Tomblin Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Other CCR Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Vancouver Island BC Canada Posts: 1,508	Re: Travel case for Meg Quote: (Originally Posted by starfishdiving) Gentlemen! (You too Ron): Carl and Leon both had the Storm cases. Carls was a amaller size. I did like the deeper model. I need to order a new Stormcase this week. My big 'ol fat Pelican case weighs darn near 25lbs by itself! What a beast. Dave: Didn't you get the case that your Meg came in? OK Gents: Diving on the Black Dragon tomorrow (4th). Yesterday was diving Lake Crescent to the Warren car. A fine holiday weekend of diving. Be good! FIGJAM'ers Unite! Leon wanted it back. I am looking for something smaller anyway. Are you talking about the Black Dragon off Victoria? I am there right now. Why don't we have coffee if you're in town? __________________ Cheers, Dave.... Man is the only animal burdened with the knowledge he will eventually die
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