Akona AKB 144

[reaver]

Anybody has some experience with this bag? I'm interested in buying one but would like to know if my atomic splits will fit in the fin pockets.

[reaver]

And has anyone encountered issues when travelling by air like luggage size restrictions?
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[Blindref757]

You won't exceed the size restrictions with this bag...unless you are thinking about carrying it onto the plane. You will have to check it.

Your biggest challenge with this bag will be keeping it under the 50# limit!!!

[ScubaToys Joe]

Yes they will fit just fine!
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[Divingguy]

I have two of the Aeris Nomads, and have been able to carry those on several times. However, I do NOT think it will actually fit in that metal frame tester they have at the airport.

[Diver Dennis]

Weight is the only restriction with this bag. One thing I don't like about it is the outside reg bag. I would always fill that pocket with clothes and put the regs inside for air travel but I've changed bags since. I do use it for car trips to dive sites though.

[CompuDude]

I have that bag, and like it, overall, for boat dives (on larger boats, it's too big for 6-packs) and pool sessions where I need to wheel everything onboard in one trip if possible. It's heavy enough I probably won't use it for air travel due to weight restrictions.

Most shore dives are done gearing up at my car so I prefer a simple rubbermaid tub or ActionPacker that I can toss dripping gear into afterwards without getting my car wet and dirty.

[DirtyWaterIL]

Ihave that bag as well and I like it ok, but it is a little big and bulky. i also have this one http://www.scubatoys.com/store/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=Akona226DuffelBagand i like it much better. Although it is a little smaller, i feel that overall i can cram more stuff into it. Plus with the straps that go over the outside of the bag you can hook another bag or a drysuit to it and wheel around 2 bags at once.

[ScubaJW]

I wouldn't use any "dive" bag for airlines, as they are good way to let people/airline staffs to know that it's a dive bag and there are values in it. They will steal stuff out of your bag - it has happened to some people. I suggest you to go humble and get regular travel bags.

[BSea]

Originally Posted by ScubaJW

I wouldn't use any "dive" bag for airlines, as they are good way to let people/airline staffs to know that it's a dive bag and there are values in it. They will steal stuff out of your bag - it has happened to some people. I suggest you to go humble and get regular travel bags.

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<DIV>I agree to a point. The Akona bags are used for gear, but not always. And they don't have a big dive flag on them. I have the new Akona duffle, and it's a great travel bag. I've used it on my latest trip, and it held everything including some of my clothes. (Note: I carry on my regs, computer &amp; lights). I don't really like the gear bags with all the pockets. It's easier not to have to fit the fins in the fin pockets.</DIV>