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As @Via2010 has already posted, https://www.iberia.com/gb/luggage/hand-luggage/ has the cabin baggage rules. The maximum size is a very generous 56 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm, which is about 63 litres if my mathematics is correct. The difficulty is that packs like the Talon and Stratos exceed one or more of the linear dimensions rather than the overall volume limit, but they wouldn't be the only ones. I have carried similar packs into the cabin, but not recently.
The best approach is to contact the airline and see what they advise.
I have a 40 L women’s frame bag from Kathmandu, an Australian outdoor equipment-maker. I have done 4 camino-s with it and always been able to carry it as cabin bag. Check the wait your airlines will allow - it is not just a matter of dimension.I was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
I have a Deuter 30L that expands to 40L. When not expanded, it is carryon size...then I pack food on the expandable part when trekking. Best wishes!I was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
Like many good things antipodean that we Australians don't mind being attributed with as indications of our general all-round superiority in the region, Kathmandu was founded, and still has its corporate headquarters, in New Zealand.I have a 40 L women’s frame bag from Kathmandu, an Australian outdoor equipment-maker.
Like many good things antipodean that we Australians don't mind being attributed with as indications of our general all-round superiority in the region, Kathmandu was founded, and still has its corporate headquarters, in New Zealand.
I have a 45 liter pack from REÍ. I always fly Iberia and I have never had a problem or was questioned about my pack on the plane. I never check my pack. Don’t worry. To be safe I never have my pack on when I check in. I carry it like luggage and lean it against the counter.I was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
I was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
Your are already getting a great deal. Pay the luggage fee (2 X 120 = 240?) and enjoy your trip.I was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
Why? I've always carried on my backpack. A backpack that's a suitable size for the Camino should fit the carry on size. I usually check another bag with my poles and pre and post Camino things, but my backpack and my carefully chosen gear stay with me.Your are already getting a great deal. Pay the luggage fee (2 X 120 = 240?) and enjoy your trip.
I don't think its a question of paying rather the camino lesson to carry on what you need and not want you want. That amount spent on excess could pay for 20 pilgrim meals that would provide more enjoyable way of carrying excessYour are already getting a great deal. Pay the luggage fee (2 X 120 = 240?) and enjoy your tri
Normally, a 45 liter pack is too big. Osprey Talon 33 qualifies as cabin luggage, but only if it is not completly packed.
Sorry, I must of misunderstood. I thought the initial question was, should a new backpack be purchased. A new good quality backpack is only slightly less than the baggage fee. And perhaps at the gate the backpack would be allowed as carry on with no fee. The pathetic, good natured look goes a long way with some airline folks. It worked for me.I don't think its a question of paying rather the camino lesson to carry on what you need and not want you want. That amount spent on excess could pay for 20 pilgrim meals that would provide more enjoyable way of carrying excess
@Robo, my experience with their gear quality is different to yours, and I still have items that I purchased 10 to 15 years ago that are providing good and reliable service. These are not items I would necessarily consider today for the camino, but are my go-to items where I need to carry heavier loads and on more demanding multi-day walks.Their gear isn't that great either. High prices that always seem 'discounted' down to close to normal prices elsewhere.
Everything else got replaced with much better quality brands over the years.
Absolutely! Carry on size is plenty for a Camino... I recently completed the Primitivo using an Osprey Farpoint 40. Meets international carry on requirements and was sufficient in every way.Why? I've always carried on my backpack. A backpack that's a suitable size for the Camino should fit the carry on size. I usually check another bag with my poles and pre and post Camino things, but my backpack and my carefully chosen gear stay with me.
Sorry, I must of misunderstood. I thought the initial question was, should a new backpack be purchased.
Your are already getting a great deal. Pay the luggage fee (2 X 120 = 240?) and enjoy your trip
A new good quality backpack is only slightly less than the baggage fee.
I would have risked it for a biscuit and only 2.5 cm which if tested could easily be manipulated into baggage measurement frame but sounds like your old Osprey wants make a returnOne inch too wide.
Ditto. I have never carried anything in my backpack that cannot be scrunched down tight. Before I board I cinch up all the straps real tight, tie them off. Amazing how much smaller the pack gets.I would have risked it for a biscuit and only 2.5 cm which if tested could easily be manipulated into baggage measurement frame but sounds like your old Osprey wants make a return
This is what my wife and I do regularly. Typically, I will travel with, and check, a big pack and carry a small one. My wife will then travel with a set of nested suitcases that she checks in. When we meet up, I collapse my pack flat(tish) and use one of the suitcases for the remainder of our travels, particularly while we are travelling on budget airlines with somewhat lower baggage allowances than we have on our preferred international carrier.If checked in with advance notice this would add $55 each each way to the fare but more ($??) if done at the airport. I say to put one bag in a bigger one and fill that and take any extra in a carryon sack. I'm meeting resistance. Any thoughts? Are they likely to give us a break on the handles and wheels? Thanks.
This is what my wife and I do regularly. Typically, I will travel with, and check, a big pack and carry a small one. My wife will then travel with a set of nested suitcases that she checks in. When we meet up, I collapse my pack flat(tish) and use one of the suitcases for the remainder of our travels, particularly while we are travelling on budget airlines with somewhat lower baggage allowances than we have on our preferred international carrier.
I'm meeting resistance. Any thoughts? Are they likely to give us a break on the handles and wheels?
OOOOpsLike many good things antipodean that we Australians don't mind being attributed with as indications of our general all-round superiority in the region, Kathmandu was founded, and still has its corporate headquarters, in New Zealand.
If I may borrow this thread I've got a problem too. My pack should just make it but Peg and a friend are each bringing a small rolling suitcase and each is a bit high (they are touring and I'm walking). If checked in with advance notice this would add $55 each each way to the fare but more ($??) if done at the airport. I say to put one bag in a bigger one and fill that and take any extra in a carryon sack. I'm meeting resistance. Any thoughts? Are they likely to give us a break on the handles and wheels? Thanks.
My old backpack, Osprey Exos 46L measures 22x15x9 inches (56x38x22 cm). One inch too wide.
That's a great idea...detaching the "brain". Thanks...going to try that!I've never had a problem taking my Osprey 48L pack on a plethora of flights with various carriers. I do detach the "brain", which stays with me during flights. Plan to do the same tomorrow when departing for Spain.
Less is more, i always walk on the camino with a 22 liter backpak (deuter AC lite 22), all i need fits in, see my listI was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
I was fortunately enough to be able to buy a very cheap ticket through an Iberia Airlines sale. LAX - Madrid RT with direct and non-stop flights in both directions for only $310. As the ticket is so cheap, there's no allowance for check-in luggage. If I were to check in my backpack, the cost would be $120 if bought online ahead of time. Instead paying to check-in my current backpack, I plan to buy a new backpack that can qualify as a carry-on. If you have or know of a backpack that fits my needs (carry-on size that can be used on a Camino), I would love to hear from you. Buen camino. /Hieu
Hi Ian, thanks for the info. Please give the name of the ultra-light hold-all bag. I went to your website and Roamlight site but could not find it. I live in the U.S., so I cannot buy from the U.K.. I need the name of the bag to find it in the U.S. BTW, I assume that while walking, you have the ultra-light folded up and carried in the backpack for the trip home. Buen camino. /HieuSo I put my loaded pack into an ultra-light hold-all from “Roamlight” – Cabin baggage specialists –“guaranteed to fit “- they claim. It did -actually LOOKS smaller.
Thank you Ian. I've found something similar on Amazon Smile in the U.S. for my Iberia Airlines carry-on size. The price is right too, $US11.99. Foldable and weighs less than 1 pound. Of course, I'll use it on the flight back too. Buen camino.Hi Hieu ,
This is it on Amazon.co.uk - hope you find it (or similar) in the U.S. ( pics attached ) .
Best Regards
Ian
Could you share the Amazon link?Thank you Ian. I've found something similar on Amazon Smile in the U.S. for my Iberia Airlines carry-on size. The price is right too, $US11.99. Foldable and weighs less than 1 pound. Of course, I'll use it on the flight back too. Buen camino.
I actually bought a larger size than the standard carry-on size due to Iberia Airlines generous allowance and the soft-sided bag can be squished. You should look for the standard size 22x14x9 inches.Could you share the Amazon link?
Thanks!I actually bought a larger size than the standard carry-on size due to Iberia Airlines generous allowance and the soft-sided bag can be squished. You should look for the standard size 22x14x9 inches.
Amazon.com: foldable carry on bag for travel
Amazon.com: foldable carry on bag for travelsmile.amazon.com
My & my wife’s 48L packs safely tucked in overhead bin and ready for takeoff to Madrid (btw, she packed her brain inside her pack with no issues):
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I used the term recently myself so I will step in to answer. It is the lid to the main compartment to the pack if the lid itself contains a small compartment big enough to hold, say, lunch and a rain jacket or such.Probably a silly question, but what do you mean when you refer to the "brain" of the backpack.
And on some backpacks the" brain "is removable.I used the term recently myself so I will step in to answer. It is the lid to the main compartment to the pack if the lid itself contains a small compartment big enough to hold, say, lunch and a rain jacket or such.
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But if you remove the brain, I believe European regulations require you to self-narrate during the process doing an "Igor" impression: "Yeth, marther, Igor will bring you the brain."And on some backpacks the" brain "is removable.
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