Travelling with Fursuits
A couple of people have asked about travelling with costumes, so we decided we would share the response on our site so everyone can use this helpful information. This article will discuss travel luggage for costumes and tips for making sure your costume arrives safely with you at your events.
Everyone is a little different in their tastes, budget, and what works for them and each specific suit. Don't be afraid to try a couple different ones until you find the right one. Hopefully this is of some help and happy reading! Be sure to check out our Fursuit Care and Maintenance guide for lots more info on taking good care of your beloved character.
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Things to remember when purchasing a container to transport a costume:
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1. Durabillity/Features
-Look for something durable and well made
-A good quality and strong latching system
-With wheels are always a plus
-Some form of carrying handle
-Hard sides to protect
-Durable hinge that wont shatter on an impact
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2.Size
-Check with your airline what size you can take. 24 Gallon hasnt been much of a problem, but the 48 Gallon sometimes can be.
-Some large rolling plastic tool chests look great but are way too big. Those are better suited for the back of a truck when driving to an event. ( We use one for Cary the Caribou because his antlers are so huge)
-Sometimes airlines will drop off your bag in the oversized items area, so don't panic if you dont' see it come off the regular belt.
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3.Closing
-Make sure it wont pop open easily
-We absolutely recommend using a TSA lock
-Zip strips are helpful for ensuring the handles /lids wont pop open. Put extra zipstrips inside the case on top of everything so when TSA has to cut some of them to get into the box, they will have some replacements.
-Wrap around nylon strap: not a bad idea, but will slide off some boxes.
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4. Just in case
-Put your name, phone, and address on the outside and inside of the case to help you get your suit home if it ever gets lost.
-A list of contents and directions on how everything should be placed in the box for when TSA wants to unpack it and snoop.
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5.Tips
-Dont pack liquids or inks in the tote with your suit
-Pack the suit around the head. Protect the head at all costs and avoid smushing any part of it.
-Pack neatly
-Dont force it. If its not gonna close without you standing on it, its probably packed too full.
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Rubbermaid Action packers 24/ 48 Gallon
These things are great and widely used. Put some zipstrips through the handles to prevent them from opening. Small TSA locks do not work on these handles, gotta be biggie ones. Dont pack em too tight or you wont get your lid on. |
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Examples of awesome wheeled cases/footlockers.
Again, check the latches/handles/hinges, and watch out for cheap plastic that can shatter. |
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Do it Yourself Rubbermaid
For this one you will want to poke holes in the lip of the lid and matching ones in the lip of the box and then secure zip ties through the holes. This is great if you are on a budget. Doesn't work very well with large or very fragile suits though, but good overall and in a pinch. |
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Or a totally different approach with hard sided wheeled luggage. These are super durable and some of the best protection out there. Though youll want to kepe an eye on the locking mechanisms as they can break and mabye get a wrap around strap to be safe. Wide or larger heads may not fit as gracefully.
Some people swear by the rolling duffel bags and regular luggage. Though be wary with them as they only have the bottom half protected and the contents could still get compacted. Lots of cool pockets, great handles and of course, wheels make this an interesting option.
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