The Santa Monica cases look pretty nice You think the soft bags are comparible for international travel? I have been lucky enough to use other peoples boards on trips but would like to start taking my own boards... Which do think is best including the zippers....?
I've always been a prolite fan but FCS is good. the safety factor is all about how you pack it (extra padding on the tail nose and rails).
usually when i buy a new bag, ill scrape all the wax off my boards, and bring them into the shop and see which one fits them the best. They are usually cool with it as long as your board isn't dirty. (it also helps to know the owners)
you can also get this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MofSpCrKpM8 its also better from what they say and they must have faith to beat on those boards like that. all i know is im getting one for me.