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06-30-2004, 06:16 AM

On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 23:25:11 -0700, GaryG wrote:

> I'm traveling to France in a couple of weeks for a cycling tour that
> includes the TDF, and I've heard that CO2 cartridges are not permitted on
> airplanes, even as checked baggage. Is this correct?
>
> And, is it possible to purchase CO2 cartridges in France?
>

Can't answer the first question (why not check the baggage info on your
airline's web site?), but Decathlon (http:www.decathlon.fr) sells at least
a couple of CO2-operated hand pumps, so they probably carry the cartridges
too. You could also try Go Sport (http:www.gosport.fr). Both have outlets
throughout France, which you can locate via the above web sites.

Have fun!

--AMG

06-30-2004, 06:16 AM	#6 (permalink)
AMG Posts: n/a	Re: Purchasing CO2 Cartridges in France? On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 23:25:11 -0700, GaryG wrote: > I'm traveling to France in a couple of weeks for a cycling tour that > includes the TDF, and I've heard that CO2 cartridges are not permitted on > airplanes, even as checked baggage. Is this correct? > > And, is it possible to purchase CO2 cartridges in France? > Can't answer the first question (why not check the baggage info on your airline's web site?), but Decathlon (http:www.decathlon.fr) sells at least a couple of CO2-operated hand pumps, so they probably carry the cartridges too. You could also try Go Sport (http:www.gosport.fr). Both have outlets throughout France, which you can locate via the above web sites. Have fun! --AMG