Originally Posted by
DG55
Also I think snowboards and skis are exempt from the maximum dimensions - but they do of course need to be in a recognised bag/case. I say this because snowboards can be regularly over 190cm long, not even including the bag. They are processed at check in as oversize baggage...
That's right. As long as they're under 23kg you're fine. I often pack out my skis/board with my ski jacket, salopettes, jumpers, socks, hats etc. This helps spread out my luggage and acts as protection for my equipment.
I also take my ski boots as hand luggage. I've known people be so on the limit with weight they've considered wearing their ski boots for the flight.