Packing Kilts in a carry on bag

[crboltz]

I am taking a weekend trip on Amtrac this weekend. I plan to wear my Utilikilt on the train ride (both directions). BUT I want to take (at least) one of my SWK's me, as well as some other cloths. I don't like to check luggage, I carry a duffelbag, and my back pack (the back pack will carry my lap top, and the books I need to do the powerpoints I'm working on). Anyway ---- what is the best way pack a kilt for travel?

Or would I be better to just not bother, and just wear shorts when I'm not in my Utilikilt?


Thanks
Chris

[Finn]

A quick improvisation is to roll them and put one each into a nylon "knee-high". There are things specifically made for the same purpose. You'll find reviews here in a search.

[walkerk]

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/kilt_roll_travel-t19516/index.html?t=19516

Have a good trip!

[Marshal Moroni]

In my travels I have found that the SWK's roll up just fine, the problem is in making sure you duffel has enough length to lay out the rolled kilt.

Hope this helps,

Marshal Moroni

[BozemanboB]

In my travels I have found that the SWK's roll up just fine, the problem is in making sure you duffel has enough length to lay out the rolled kilt.

I've rolled kilts into nylons with great success. If the bag isn't long enough I bend the kilt-roll in the bag (but no more than a 90 degree bend) and when it comes out it looks fine. If it's a bit wrinkly you can hang it in the bathroom while you shower and the steam may relax some of the wrinkles. Wearing it will fix the rest of them.


boB

[Bugbear]

I've been able to fold a StillWater into thirds instead of rolling it. That allows the kilt to be folded in half from top to bottom, and fit into a shorter bag. It might wrinkle a couple of pleats on the sides, but does all right otherwise. It also helps to put a rolled up shirt or cloth of some sort on the inside of the fold when you fold it from top to bottom. This keeps a wider curve at the fold. Sorry to have to say "fold" so many times. Hope this helps, and enjoy your trip.

[Retro Red]

I've been able to fold a StillWater into thirds instead of rolling it. That allows the kilt to be folded in half from top to bottom, and fit into a shorter bag. It might wrinkle a couple of pleats on the sides, but does all right otherwise. It also helps to put a rolled up shirt or cloth of some sort on the inside of the fold when you fold it from top to bottom. This keeps a wider curve at the fold. Sorry to have to say "fold" so many times. Hope this helps, and enjoy your trip.

Trying to get him to join the fold, Ted?

I'd have to agree with the roll & tuck into a nylon legging approach; it's worked like a charm each time I've traveled. Just in case of any wrinkles (which is usually not an issue with a good wool kilt), I also pack a little portable Jiffy steamer - takes care of the pleats in a jiffy!

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[svc40bt]

I have simply rolled mine and threw it in a duffle, no nylon, no problems. Amtrak allows carry-ons up to 28" long, should be no problem.

[Panache]

Trying to get him to join the fold, Ted? .

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