Sports equipment Items

Items in the Sports equipment category for air travel.

All Sports equipment Items (18)

Below is a comprehensive list of sports equipment items and whether they are allowed in carry-on and checked baggage according to TSA regulations.

Parachutes

Carry-on: Special Rules Checked: Special Rules

Parachutes, with or without Automatic Activation Devices, may be transported in carry-on or checked bags. Parachutes should always be packed separately from other baggage. If a TSA officer determines that a bag must be opened to inspect the parachute, you must be present to assist. Add 30 minutes to your arrival time if traveling with a parachute. TSA is not responsible for repacking parachutes.

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Pickleball Paddle

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Pickleball paddles are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.

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Pool Cues

Carry-on: Prohibited Checked: Allowed

Pool cues are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.

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Rifle Scope (Scope Only)

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Rifle scopes are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.

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Segways

Carry-on: Check Airline Checked: Check Airline

Segways are allowed through the security checkpoint. Please check with your airline for their specific policy regarding transportation of Segways.

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Shoe/Snow Spikes

Carry-on: Prohibited Checked: Allowed

Shoe and snow spikes are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage. Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane.

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Skateboards

Carry-on: Special Rules Checked: Allowed

Skateboards are allowed in carry-on bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions.

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Skates

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Skates, including ice skates and rollerblades, are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.

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Ski Poles

Carry-on: Prohibited Checked: Allowed

Ski poles are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage.

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Small Fishing Lures

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Small fishing lures are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked luggage. Like other high-value objects, you may wish to pack expensive reels or fragile tackle that does not pose a security threat (small flies) in your carry-on baggage.

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Snow Cleats

Carry-on: Prohibited Checked: Allowed

Snow cleats are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage. Sports equipment that can be used as a bludgeon (such as bats and clubs) is prohibited in the cabin of the plane.

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Snowboards

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Snowboards are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags. Please check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions.

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Snowshoes

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Snowshoes are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.

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Sports Cleats

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Sports cleats are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.

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Tennis Rackets

Carry-on: Allowed Checked: Allowed

Tennis rackets are allowed in both carry-on and checked bags.

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Tent

Carry-on: Check Airline Checked: Check Airline

Tents may be transported in carry-on or checked bags. For items you wish to carry on, you should check with the airline to ensure that the item will fit in the overhead bin or underneath the seat of the airplane. Tent stakes must be packed in checked bags.

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Tent Poles

Carry-on: Special Rules Checked: Allowed

Generally, tent poles are allowed in carry-on or checked bags. Please note however that even if an item is generally allowed, TSA officers make the final decision on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint.

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Tent Spikes

Carry-on: Prohibited Checked: Allowed

Tent spikes are not allowed in carry-on bags but may be transported in checked luggage. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.

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