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I see no problem with a rack as carry-on. I'm not sure a BF would make the carry-on cut though. In general, carry-on luggage requirements are stricter. I was reading US Air's baggage restrictions for carry-on and noticed that these are limited in size and now weight (40 lbs combined).
Last month when I flew KLM from Copenhagen, my carry-on received a tag at the counter that said 'approved for carry-on' I'm not sure what was meant by that but I'm keeping the tag ;-) I have S&S couplings on my bike and will never travel again with a bike that does not fit into a 'airline standard' case. Even with that, I still get hassled by the counter agents.
Luggage weight limits are now reduced to in many cases 50 lbs or 70 lb for international flights. My packed bike weighs 54lb. The 54 lb included a ESGE Twin Kickstand, tools, my seatback bag and contents, bell etc. Though I might make that 50 lb cut off if I stored the loose pieces in my other luggage. It may be possible to carry my rack in the S&S travel case. I think there is room. I've always packed my rack in my second travel bag along with my helmet, shoes and packed panniers.
If arrangements are made on the receiving end, I see no reason why a piece of luggage containing everything not to be carried on the bike could not be mailed to your final destination. Since my international tours have always originated and ended in the same place (Airfare is usually cheaper). I have found it most convenient to arrange free storage at the first/last place I plan to stay.
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Cletus Lee
Bacchetta Giro
Lightning Voyager
http://www.clee.org
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