Originally Posted by
PhlyingRPh
People would roll up to the AJ check-in counters with a couple of absolutely monster sized suitcases, a couple of cardboard boxes and tons of hand baggage, with no intention whatsoever of paying a penny in excess baggage charges. It was amazing to watch the interaction between staff and passengers.
I heard bartering (chickens) still works in Nevada; it's possible to barter with a box of spicy Jamaican beef patties as payment for excess baggage charges.