Originally Posted by
chrisdeaner
However I was always worried about checking my bag any earlier than a few hours before my flight since I can only imagine the possibility of it getting mis-handled goes up the farther away from your flight you check it in.
Agree with this, but never had the problem myself (i was amazed). My friend didn't need the clubs for a few days later so a misroute or two wouldn't be a problem.
I'll let UA Insider know. Wasn't sure this was his area or not as it isn't really a MileagePlus question (unless the times differ for MP vs general, who knows). Thanks.