Dear Delta,

I have recently read about you increase to baggage fees for surfboards to 300$ per board each way. With respect, I'm writing to ask you to reconsider this decision. 

I understand that extra baggage is extra baggage which I'm more than willing to pay for - if only they were based on fair and clear prices/rules that I could depend on.

(This was written by someone else but it whole heartedly echoes my feelings)

"Surfers are generally frequent flyers, taking trips to destinations all over the world. We usually travel in groups, and we always choose Delta when our destination permits because, until recently, your airline was recognized in the surfing community for having a reasonable and affordable baggage fee for boards. 

Word is spreading fast that this is no longer the case, and frequent flyers like myself are turning to other airlines for future trips. Shipping boards by cargo is not an option--it is also too costly, in addition to time-consuming. I could understand a slight increase in fees, but $300 each way seems excessive. In some instances, that's more than the cost of the flight. Plus, surfboards are relatively light-weight (certainly more than golf bags, for instance, which are currently free to transport on your airline). 

I'd like to continue traveling with Delta Airlines, but I'm afraid that I will be forced to take my business elsewhere unless this fee is reconsidered. I will only support airlines that do not implement excessive baggage fees, even when I fly without my surfboard. 

Furthermore, I will be sure to spread the word not only to my fellow travel companions, but to surfers and travelers worldwide, urging them to do the same."


Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to your reply. 

Sincerely,
(YOUR NAME)