RL> had any problems.  I think a bus is a bit smoother 
 RL> than the back of a small pickup.
 RL> Be careful with the weather though... be sure to check ahead and make 
 RL> sure the baggage compartment will remain DRY during 
 RL> the trip.  Temperature variations shouldn't be much 
 RL> of a problem, though it'll most likely be out of 
 RL> tune when you get there.
 RL> If at all possible, see if they'll let you carry it 
 RL> on with you, and if they can't guarantee that it'll 
 RL> remain dry, demand to carry it on or don't take it.
Well I am going to go in August so I think is should be bone dry weather wise 
but I was just wondering if a regular hardshell case will be up to 3 days 
transit there and 3 days back. I will stuff the case full of stuff like you 
mention. 
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