Originally Posted by
ps107
Turning up to a Dash 8 with the theoretical maximum gold allowance seems like a bit of a DYKWIA move.
If they're entitled, what's the issue? If there's a space related issue on that flight but the bags meet the criteria, then the FA can always ask them politely if they'd mind putting them in the hold. No problem.
It would seem that it's becoming socially unacceptable to actually use the services that are offered.