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> I have an F2 Strato which I may need to transport from
> California to the east coast (unless I find a buyer for
United Airlines will let you take along a windsurfer one-way for $75. That
means, according to the policy manual that the ticket agent looks in, one
board, one mast, one boom, and one sail. However, depending on the sizes
and weights of your equipment bags, you can probably take more than one each,
and still have it considered (and billed!) as a single windsurfer. They
aren't likely to actually make you open up your quiver bag so they can count
how many booms and sails are in there. (Note: this info is correct as of
January '90, the last time I flew with boards.)
As far as packing goes, your Strato is not as fragile as a fiberglass board.
I'd suggest one layer of bubble wrap (the kind with the fat 1-inch bubbles)
all the way 'round, plus extra along the rails, and more extra at the ends.
Cover with heavy paper, cardboard or cloth, and use plenty of duct tape or
cord to secure it. (I'm assuming that it will be impossible or very expensive
to buy a proper padded bag for such a long board.)
Have fun!
Kent Multer 9'10" Jimmy Lewis, 8'5" Velocity Speed Spoon