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You can bring most sports equipment with you on your trip, though keep in mind that standard checked baggage fees apply based on cabin, travel region and total number of checked bags. Overweight baggage fees apply to bags that exceed 50 lbs and bags cannot exceed 115 linear in/292 cm (length + width + height). Items in excess of the baggage allowance will be subject to additional, overweight, and oversized baggage fees. Please refer to Calculate Baggage Estimate for additional details. All Sports Equipment must be packed in a durable protective container designed specifically for the equipment.
Fees depending on type of Sporting Equipment
| Sporting Equipment | Fees |
| Antlers | Antlers weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Archery Equipment | Archery equipment weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Bicycles | Bicycles weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Boogie/Skim Boards | Boogie or skim boards weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Canoes/Kayaks | Folding kayaks weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Fishing Equipment | Fishing equipment weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Golf Equipment | Golf bags weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Hockey & Lacrosse Equipment | Hockey and lacrosse equipment weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Javelins | Javelins weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Kiteboards | Kiteboards weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Kneeboards/Wakeboards | Kneeboard or wakeboards weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Parachutes | Sport parachutes are accepted as carry-on baggage only, provided that none of the items are classified as a prohibited or restricted item (Example: pressurized oxygen cylinders). |
| Scuba Equipment | Scuba equipment weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Shooting Equipment | No more than 11 lbs. (5 kg) of ammunition, including case |
| Skateboards | Skateboards weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Ski/Snowboard | If the combined weight of ski/snowboard bags and boot bag weighs over 50 lbs, the applicable excess weight fee will be charged |
| Surfboards | Surfboards weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee |
| Vaulting Poles | Vaulting poles are not accepted as checked baggage or cargo on any flight operated by Delta or a Delta Connection Carrier. |
| Windsurfing Boards | Windsurfing boards weighing over 50 lbs. will be charged the applicable excess weight fee Items in excess of baggage allowance will be subject to additional or overweight baggage fees |
Table of Permitted Sporting Goods (Carryon vs. Checked)
| Sporting Equipment | Carryon vs. Checked |
| Antlers | Antlers must be free of residue, the skull must be wrapped and the tips protected Antler/animal racks cannot exceed 100 lbs (45kgs) and linear dimension (length+width+height) cannot exceed 115 inches/292 cm Antlers will be accepted on Delta Connection flights only if space is available |
| Archery Equipment | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Bicycles | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm) or exceeds 100 lbs, the item will not be accepted |
| Boogie/Skim Boards | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Canoes/Kayaks | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Fishing Equipment | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted Fishing poles meeting the carry-on standard (22in x 14in x 9in) are allowed as carry-on baggage |
| Golf Equipment | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Hockey & Lacrosse Equipment | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Javelins | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 120 linear inches (305 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Kiteboards | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted Boards over 115 linear inches (length + width + height) (292 cm) will not be accepted |
| Scuba Equipment | One dive bag containing scuba equipment other than an empty dive tank is allowed as checked baggage. An empty dive tank is allowed. Tanks exceeding 100 lbs or 115 linear inches are not allowed. |
| Shooting Equipment | Locked cases that can be easily opened are not permitted. Be aware that the container the firearm was in when purchased may not adequately secure the firearm when it is transported in checked baggage. |
| Skateboards | If the outside linear dimensions (length + width + height) exceed 115 linear inches (292 cm), the item will not be accepted |
| Ski/Snowboard | The combined weight of both items (ski/snowboard bag and the boot bag) may not exceed the standard baggage allowance specific to the cabin or excess weight charges will apply. |
| Surfboards | Delta Connection carrier surfboard acceptance and charges may vary. Surfboards over 72 inches in length are not allowed on Delta Connection carrier flights. |
| Windsurfing Boards | Delta Connection carrier surfboard acceptance and charges may vary. Due to size limitations, windsurfing equipment will not be accepted on Delta Connection carriers or MD-88 aircraft |
