Flying to STT for my BVI charter this summer on Delta. Want to bring my trolling rod and in the tube it's 67" long. Delta site says up to 62" is considered regular checked baggage and is $25. I'm 5" over so I called them and got some guy that does not seem confident with the info he gave me. They allow up to 115" but 63" to 80" is over sized and is an additional $200 EACH WAY!. Skis can be over 80" and are not charged extra! My brother just went skiing in Utah and they even waived the baggage fee for skis. Any alternative suggestions? There are no real options I'm aware of for buying a travel trolling rod. They are usually one piece. Does anyone ever ship items down by FedEx to Moorings? Worry about a hold up in customs.