 Poster: A snowHead
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I'd be interested in recommendations for ski bags. I have a non-padded Ellis Brigham bag that is way too long for my skis (they are 147's - don't laugh, that's the right length for me as I'm short!). I would like to get a good quality padded bag that isn't way to long so I don't have to fold the end over too much. I don't really want the bag to scream to potential thieves "Hey, there are some really good skis in here!", so would prefer one without a brand name, but if this is the best, then I'd still get it.
It doesn't have to take anything other than skis and poles - I have a boot bag and suitcase for the other stuff.
Cheers
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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docsquid, look at wheeled board bags, DaKine etc.
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kermit, the sportube looks very good. Is it actually adjustable in length? I don't really want my 147's rattling around in a case designed for 200's!
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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docsquid, you can always fill the space with your (or someone else's) underwear.
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richmond, the carrier we are going with (I think it is BMI Baby or just possibly flyBE) insist that the only thing they will allow in ski bags are skis and poles. Nothing else. I s'pose I could put in bubble wrap to fill the gap.
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| docsquid wrote: |
| kermit, the sportube looks very good. Is it actually adjustable in length? I don't really want my 147's rattling around in a case designed for 200's! |
Yes very adjustable, and the padlock locks it at the required/set length.
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kermit, seconded. The Sportube is great, and doesn't flop about when half-filled girlie 147s!
docsquid, its minimum length is 130cm, so your extra-long downhillers should be fine. I doubt your skies would rattle about, though, as it can be quite a snug fit.
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Thank you folks. I am absolutely convinced that the Sportube is the thing to buy. Definitely more secure than my tatty little EB plain canvas ski bag! It is cheapest from Beans online shop, so that's where I've ordered it from.
What a great bunch of people you are!
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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docsquid, could you use bubble wrap as underwear?
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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| richmond wrote: |
| docsquid, could you use bubble wrap as underwear? |
It would certainly provide padding when I topple over 
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docsquid, .... good choice! I didn't think of it when you mentioned you were looking for a padded bag. I have had one for a few years and they really are great.
...a few do's & don'ts which you may care to peruse.....
Don't carry it on your shoulder at, or outside major airports - you are liable to be shot immediately, as it looks like a Surface-to-air missile launcher.... 
Don't leave your skis in the tube when you return from skiing - a lot of condensation can build up inside and rust the edges. (I speak from experience...! )
Do leave one of the padlock keys at home, plus take one with you! or better still, get a decent combination padlock. (Again I speak from a place of wisedom....it's not that easy to bust open a padlock in a ski resort...  )
Do book on a degree course on how to insert skis & poles into the tube....! (Initially it is a bit tricky to get the hang of.)
I have found it easier to pack, by putting poles inside the surgically removed leg of old jeans and securing them with two velcro bands. (A shirt sleeve may do if your poles are very short... ) Wear gloves, or use a thick cloth to push the strapped skis into tube, if your ski edges are SHARP  You have been warned!
Tubes are great for painting funnies, etc. on them, or sticking 'Go-Faster' stripes on........
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You know it makes sense.
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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Poster: A snowHead
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Last time I used a ski box (gave it away to another snowHead when my skis became to wide/tall for it), I didn't use the lock, but put a screw lock carabiner on it.
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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My Sportube has duly arrived from Beans, and it looks brilliant. I'm shortly planning a session trying to put my skis and poles inside. It comes with a sort of huge safety pin to keep the lid on, because airlines don't let you lock your luggage now. BernardC, I don't think I can carry it on my shoulder - I'm too short, it reaches the ground!
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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| docsquid wrote: |
| BernardC, I don't think I can carry it on my shoulder - I'm too short, it reaches the ground! |
erm, I think he was suggesting balancing it, with the middle of the tube on your shoulder, hence the missile launcher comments!
Or rather, suggesting not to, unless you want to get shot.
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| docsquid wrote: |
| because airlines don't let you lock your luggage now. |
I thought that was only when flying from the USA?
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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docsquid, .....c'mon ......lets have a picky.....
........"docsquid, ..with Tube........
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| richmond wrote: |
| docsquid, you can always fill the space with your (or someone else's) underwear. |
Has it been proven that underwear, clean or soiled, won't have a detrimental effect on skis?
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| docsquid wrote: |
| because airlines don't let you lock your luggage now. |
I thought that was only when flying from the USA? |
When flying into the USA, use a TSA (google for it) approved padlock or strap, or they'll just break whatever lock you have on your luggage.
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but was told by BA that they will only allow skis and poles in a ski bag, nothing else.
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You can get away with it tho'
On th other hand, don't pack sunglasses (or other breakable stuff) in your boots. Or if you do, remove before filling your boot with a foot 
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told by BA that they will only allow skis and poles in a ski bag
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I have both a skitube thingy and a small snowboard bag (I have little ski's  )
I travelled with BA for the PSB and had both Jacket and Sallopettes in with my ski's and nobody bothered.
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