Aluminum backpack stays and TSA

[Carole Dellinger]

Has TSA ever required removal of aluminum stays from an internal frame backpack that is carried on?
Do I need to remove and check them with my poles? I can replace poles that do not arrive but I really think losing my back pack stays would be a problem so I would rather carry them on in the pack.

 

[jerbear]

Not an issue. No need to remove.

 

[Anniesantiago]

Never had an issue with this.

 

[t2andreo]

Don't worry. As far as you are concerned, the stays are non-removable...don't debate this...just roll with it.

The TSA and their colleagues worldwide are concerned with items that are ready and close-to-hand weapons. That is why pointy-tipped things like tungsten tipped hiking poles / walking sticks are not allowed.

Then there is the whole sharp edged, knife thing.... For example, I am able to bring a pair of child's scissors with rounded tips, but razor sharp edges, on board. I use this to open my protein powder packets. However, the same scissor with a pointy tip is not allowed...go figure...

If in doubt, either check it, or buy it over there.

Hope this helps.

 

[John Simpson]

Travelled round the world carrying my poles with my backpack as carry-on luggage. Slight problem in Ecuador, but not in Spain.

 

[simeon]

Travelled round the world carrying my poles with my backpack as carry-on luggage. Slight problem in Ecuador, but not in Spain.

Departure from sdc is a no no for walking poles

 

[MaineSally]

Travelled round the world carrying my poles with my backpack as carry-on luggage. Slight problem in Ecuador, but not in Spain.

 

[MaineSally]

My walking poles were taken by TSA in Madrid in August of 2017! I was able to replace them easily in St. jean, but those walking sticks held some sentimental value for my husband! Alas!