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I'm planning on coming down from Canada to do the AT this year, starting in GA. I have a new whisperlite stove and unused fuel bottles that I need to get down for the start. Does anyone have experience taking these things on airplanes, especially from Canada? The airline regulations don't seem to be helpful in letting me know what I can and cannot bring.
Also, if I do have to send the stove, is there a place to send things to pick up at Amicalola or somewhere else near the trail head?
Also, if I do manage to fly with empty fuel bottles, is there a place where I can get white gas before the trail starts?
Any help would be great.
flemdawg1
03-18-2009, 12:16
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Hirsh, I think sending the stove and empty fuel bottle is your best bet. Less hassle in the long run.
The hiker hostel in GA appears to be the "go to" place for hiker shuttles at the start of the trail. You may want to contact them to get the inside scoop. I am sure they'd be willing to receive your stove and that they can sell fuel, too. Again, I'd contact them directly. I've met Profile and Almanac. Good people!
http://www.hikerhostel.com/
Good luck!
Hirsh- Mags has the best advice, contact the Hiker Hostel, ship the stove in advance, hiking poles, knives and any other sharp objects. Don't bother flying with any liquids that you may need on your hike, either, ship ahead or purchase once you arrive. Don't ship fuel, it's very easy to get once you arrive.
I'm leaving in Aug for a hike out west, shipping all items that the airline may frown upon, buying fuel out there. Carrying my pack, tent, bag, sleep pad, clothes as carry on.
good luck and enjoy your hike
flemdawg1
03-18-2009, 13:54
Sorry, I didn't mean that to sound that mean. My apologies.
great, thanks for the tips. I contacted the hiker hostel and will likely use their services.
shelterbuilder
03-18-2009, 21:36
If there is ANY possibility that your fuel bottles will be airborne at any time, take the caps off the bottles so that any unexpected air pressure change will not damage the bottles. :(
Camping Dave
03-18-2009, 22:01
I'm planning on coming down from Canada to do the AT this year, starting in GA. I have a new whisperlite stove and unused fuel bottles that I need to get down for the start. Does anyone have experience taking these things on airplanes, especially from Canada? The airline regulations don't seem to be helpful in letting me know what I can and cannot bring.
Also, if I do have to send the stove, is there a place to send things to pick up at Amicalola or somewhere else near the trail head?
Also, if I do manage to fly with empty fuel bottles, is there a place where I can get white gas before the trail starts?
Any help would be great.
TSA Prohibited Items list:
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm