11/6 I'm looking for advice on how to properly package a bicycle for
traveling by plane in order to minimize hassle from the airline
and damage to the bike. I'm flying Delta if that makes any
difference. Thanks.
\_ I've seen bike cases for sale at bike shops. I've seen a
lot of different types, too.
\_ There's pretty much no way to minimize hassle from the airlines,
these days; they're going to want to charge you at least $50
per flight. Maybe if you take the bike completely apart (remove
cranks, handlebars, rear derailleur) and can fit it in a bag
small enough to not look like a bike, you might get away with it.
I've tried claiming it's "workout equipment" and such, but usually
the drones at the counter will screw you.
In terms of damage, I think the best way is to take the whole
bike to the airport and buy a box (usually $15). Then you just
remove the pedals and turn the handlebars sideways. That's a
lot more rigid than it would be with the wheels removed. -tom |
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