TSA whatcanibring?
flying tomorrow, had to double-check some of these on the tsa.gov whatcanibring website so i thought i’d share:
| carry on | checked | item |
|---|---|---|
| ❌ | ❌ | fuels |
| ❌ | ❌ | bear spray |
| ❌ | ✔️ | tent spikes |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | knitting needles |
| ❌ | ✔️ | hiking poles |
| ❌ | ✔️ | walking sticks |
| ❌ | ✔️ | ice axes/ice picks |
| ❌ | ✔️ | razor blades |
| ✔️ | ❌ | power banks |
| ❗ | ❗ | camp stoves |
| ❗ | ❗ | bug repellent |
| ✔️ | ❗ | disposable and zippo lighters |
| ❗ | ✔️ | bottled water |
| ❗ | ✔️ | crampons |
| ❗ | ✔️ | hand sanitizer |
| ❗ | ✔️ | oils and vinegar |
| ❗ | ✔️ | peanut butter |
| ❗ | ✔️ | scissors |
| ❗ | ✔️ | umbrellas |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | flashlight |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | navigation GPS |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | sleeping bag |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | safety pin |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | toothbrush |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | tweezers |
| ✔️ | ✔️ | utensils |
I've absolutely had hiking poles in my hand luggage, wasn't a problem whatsoever.
I’ve had good luck getting trekking poles and stakes through in my carry-on, but according to the written rules they’re apparently not permitted 🤷
What about bear axes?
Time permitting, I'll swing by the ranger station or outdoor store (REI, etc.) on my way to the airport and see if the employees can use anything I can't fly back with, e.g. fuel cans or bear spray. I tell them how much I've used and they know there's no guarantee with them. Most of the time they'll gladly take it, even if it's just for their own, off-the-clock use.
That’s really thoughtful of you!