Best hard case for bow

[Trial153]

After using an SKB for years i switched to a Sitka Nomad, Prob 50 plus flights on that one and the airline gorilla baggage handlers finally sent it back with a busted wheel. Sitka replaced it with a new one with out issue. while waiting on the i grabbed a SKB Soft sided traveller case, it’s been like three years for that and about 30 flights with no issues.
Honestly I don’t know if i will
ever go back to a hard case as the luggage style is so much more user friendly for packing gear. no to mention it has saved me thousands in baggage frees.

 

[mfolch]

This looks nice. My SKB must be different (older), not as deep. I couldn't shut the top with that arrangement.
Any links for the hook and loop holders?

Here is a more detailed breakdown of modifications and additional parts; I’m likely going to bolt the holders down because the weights of the stabilizers has started pulling off the glue: https://www.archerytalk.com/threads/skb-modifications.6337876/

 

[Healthy Scratch]

After using an SKB for years i switched to a Sitka Nomad, Prob 50 plus flights on that one and the airline gorilla baggage handlers finally sent it back with a busted wheel. Sitka replaced it with a new one with out issue. while waiting on the i grabbed a SKB Soft sided traveller case, it’s been like three years for that and about 30 flights with no issues.
Honestly I don’t know if i will
ever go back to a hard case as the luggage style is so much more user friendly for packing gear. no to mention it has saved me thousands in baggage frees.

I use a Pelican Air Case, which I like. I stuff clothing around my bow when I travel. I just can't wrap my head around flying with a soft case. You said they knocked a wheel off your Nomad but, at least the bow was protected by the case. I'd rather be safe than sorry. Same goes for the Easton Bowtruk. I know people rave about it but, I'd be a wreck worrying about baggage handlers trashing it (I think it is a game they play).

 

[Trial153]

I use a Pelican Air Case, which I like. I stuff clothing around my bow when I travel. I just can't wrap my head around flying with a soft case. You said they knocked a wheel off your Nomad but, at least the bow was protected by the case. I'd rather be safe than sorry. Same goes for the Easton Bowtruk. I know people rave about it but, I'd be a wreck worrying about baggage handlers trashing it (I think it is a game they play).

The most damage I ever had was with a SKB hard case. I bet I have 70 plus flights with the nomad and the SKB bow luggage with no issues, no plans on going back to hard case anytime soon .

 

[TheHammer]

Pelican > skb. Definitely not a fan of my skb I series, very poor design, caused more damage than provided protection.