FYI,
I have had 3 bike frames damaged/bent from airlines handling.. and they were
100% chromoly frames.. I cringe to imagine what more damage would have
happened if they were aluminium..
:bryan medway
01 Neon ES
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>> Has anyone travelled to nationals via airplane/bike? Is it a hassle to
>> bring
>> a bike on a plane? What about the shuttle? I think I can borrow some
>> panniers for my luggage (light), but I'm wondering if it would really just
>> be a big pain in the butt, which is why I'm contemplating renting that car
>> after all, which is most likely what will happen. But it's nice to at least
>> contemplate this thoroughly. Anyone ever try this?
>>
>> What about camping?
>
> You won't like the news.
>
> The airlines have not supported bikers like they do golfers. Therefore, they
> will ask you to pay for excess baggage to the tune of $150 (varies by
> airline).
>
> In addition, I would recommend that you borrow/rent/purchase an armored bike
> carrier. Normally, the airline can/will provide you with a bike carton.
> However, it's not too hard to taco a Cannondale frame by launching somebody
> else's 80 lb suitcase at it.
>
> Regards,
>
> Rob
>
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