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number7s · 03-27-2007, 07:42 PM

so going to florida for spring break, and was wondering how you guys take your bikes with you, the delta sight they let you take it as long as the dimesions of the box dont exceed 62 inches, lenthxwidthxheight

jfromlv · 03-27-2007, 08:12 PM

I've taken my bike on a plane probably 6 or 7 times, and have experienced a lot of different things. Overall, I've found Alaska to be the easiest to deal with. They normally have charged me $25 each way for the bike, and never complained about the size or weight of the box, even with a DH bike, Camelback full of tools, and armor stuffed in the box too! Not sure what kind of bike you're taking, but try to find someone with a hard case to borrow, it'll make it a lot easier and safer than cardboard.

andino · 03-27-2007, 08:14 PM

i'm guessing you gotta break your bike down. I'd like to know as well so that i can pack my bike with me to when i go to hawaii over break

roadkillross · 03-27-2007, 09:01 PM

take off wheels, handlebar, and seatpost, and puit it in a box and thats basically it. depending on the size of the box, you may be able to leave the back tire on.

genusmtbkr5 · 03-27-2007, 09:19 PM

I currently work for USAIRWAYS as an aircraft mechanic at John Wayne Airport as well as United Airlines(currently on layoff). Most airlines have bike boxes and will charge you for it. It will go as an oversize. Call which airline you are flying with using the 1 800 # and ask for the local baggage service office(BSO) phone #. If your flying out of ONT(just a guess), call the airport directory and they'll give you Delta's BSO at ONT. They will be able to tell you everything you need to know, (cost and size). Good luck!

bobzrag · 03-27-2007, 10:21 PM

When I moved down to CA (quite a few years ago) I called a local lbs and got a free bike box pack it up (see the following links for instructions/ideas: #1 - pdf, and #2 - pretty detailed). Worked out pretty well, don't forget to pack up tools, duct tape, etc to put the bike together and repack again.

Question I have, is there anything worth riding in FLA?

PS: I believe I used an article from bicycling magazine all those years ago to pack up, see one from them here.

Kid A · 03-28-2007, 07:48 AM

not sure if they still have it but IMBA used to have a deal with certain airlines to ship bike for free (for members). think u have to book through a special number. costs may be buried and maybe you can get better deal just paying surcharge as some list above but just passing on info

gurp13 · 03-28-2007, 08:40 AM

I think the IMBA deal ended. There is a podcast called "The Fredcast" that had an episode about traveling with your bike via airplane. Check it out.

TURNERob · 03-28-2007, 08:50 AM

Better pack a road bike if you're heading to Florida eh!

~ Pakiha ~ · 03-28-2007, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadkillross

take off wheels, handlebar, and seatpost, and puit it in a box and thats basically it. depending on the size of the box, you may be able to leave the back tire on.

Anyone else notice that he forgot PEDALS!

or you could keep them on and cut a hole in either side of the box for them to fit through

dhshuttlemonkey · 03-28-2007, 09:00 AM

From the Turner Homer board......Bike-in-a-Box: flying a Turner for free - Mtbr.com Forums

roadkillross · 03-28-2007, 09:44 AM

haha i knew that list seemed small

Keith B · 03-28-2007, 10:34 AM

I take my Spesh SJ back to the UK every summer and use a padded bike bag (they arent expensive). I take off wheels, rotors, cranks, seat post, stem and wrap the tubing in pipe insulation. Make sure you also remove the rear mech as its vulnerable.
DOnt even think about not taking the cranks off - the airport staff will drop the bag and those outer chain teeth will bend - it happened on the one occasion I didnt take them off. Hope this helps.

CalEpic · 03-28-2007, 10:42 AM

Some LBS's will rent out a Thule hard case. It may end up being a better deal and less hassle to just rent a bike once at your destination.

There are no hills in FL. Since it's spring break, I'm guessing all the action will be at the beach.

C

number7s · 03-29-2007, 09:59 PM

well im going to hang out with some friends over there and im just taking my bmx, the bike shop gave me and old biek box that the factories ship the bikes in, ill call around see if they rent bike cases,

jfromlv · 03-29-2007, 10:04 PM

BMX should be pretty simple, much less to worry about, and a lot smaller.

number7s · 03-31-2007, 08:46 PM

anyone got a bike bag wanna lone, ill leave you with one of my other bikes so you kno i wont jack you

03-27-2007, 07:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
number7s number7s	airplane travel so going to florida for spring break, and was wondering how you guys take your bikes with you, the delta sight they let you take it as long as the dimesions of the box dont exceed 62 inches, lenthxwidthxheight

03-27-2007, 08:12 PM	#2 (permalink)
jfromlv trail sanitizer	I've taken my bike on a plane probably 6 or 7 times, and have experienced a lot of different things. Overall, I've found Alaska to be the easiest to deal with. They normally have charged me $25 each way for the bike, and never complained about the size or weight of the box, even with a DH bike, Camelback full of tools, and armor stuffed in the box too! Not sure what kind of bike you're taking, but try to find someone with a hard case to borrow, it'll make it a lot easier and safer than cardboard. __________________ “Tani, dude, them Incycle guys have matching pants, we’re screwed!”-Winston

03-27-2007, 09:01 PM	#4 (permalink)
roadkillross Throw some Dee's on it	take off wheels, handlebar, and seatpost, and puit it in a box and thats basically it. depending on the size of the box, you may be able to leave the back tire on. __________________ Offroadie-"I ride a fixed gear, but I'm no hipster." dirttorpedo- "i like the runs..........:

03-28-2007, 07:48 AM	#7 (permalink)
Kid A packing big white b@lls	not sure if they still have it but IMBA used to have a deal with certain airlines to ship bike for free (for members). think u have to book through a special number. costs may be buried and maybe you can get better deal just paying surcharge as some list above but just passing on info __________________ RIP: Taco Tuesday Funky Bunch Calling all Freaks -> http://www.socaltrailriders.org/foru...funkathon.html

03-28-2007, 08:40 AM	#8 (permalink)
gurp13 SolarFederationMember	I think the IMBA deal ended. There is a podcast called "The Fredcast" that had an episode about traveling with your bike via airplane. Check it out. __________________ I may be a loser, but I'm not a quitter.

03-27-2007, 08:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
andino dirt tastes funny	i'm guessing you gotta break your bike down. I'd like to know as well so that i can pack my bike with me to when i go to hawaii over break

03-27-2007, 09:19 PM	#5 (permalink)
genusmtbkr5 Single Track Mind	I currently work for USAIRWAYS as an aircraft mechanic at John Wayne Airport as well as United Airlines(currently on layoff). Most airlines have bike boxes and will charge you for it. It will go as an oversize. Call which airline you are flying with using the 1 800 # and ask for the local baggage service office(BSO) phone #. If your flying out of ONT(just a guess), call the airport directory and they'll give you Delta's BSO at ONT. They will be able to tell you everything you need to know, (cost and size). Good luck!

03-27-2007, 10:21 PM	#6 (permalink)
bobzrag bonedaddy	When I moved down to CA (quite a few years ago) I called a local lbs and got a free bike box pack it up (see the following links for instructions/ideas: #1 - pdf, and #2 - pretty detailed). Worked out pretty well, don't forget to pack up tools, duct tape, etc to put the bike together and repack again. Question I have, is there anything worth riding in FLA? PS: I believe I used an article from bicycling magazine all those years ago to pack up, see one from them here.

03-28-2007, 08:50 AM	#9 (permalink)
TURNERob I need a tow truck ASAP	Better pack a road bike if you're heading to Florida eh! __________________ Cal Clinkie: Now that I'm older I don't think I'll buy another bike without a kickstand. Arrrkelly: Couldn't you freaks have found a slightly less obvious spot to drink and act retarded?

03-28-2007, 09:00 AM	#11 (permalink)
dhshuttlemonkey STR Veteran	This is how one guy does it From the Turner Homer board......Bike-in-a-Box: flying a Turner for free - Mtbr.com Forums __________________ WWW.INCYCLE.COM My Sponsorhouse

03-28-2007, 09:44 AM	#12 (permalink)
roadkillross Throw some Dee's on it	haha i knew that list seemed small __________________ Offroadie-"I ride a fixed gear, but I'm no hipster." dirttorpedo- "i like the runs..........:

03-28-2007, 10:34 AM	#13 (permalink)
Keith B Professional Lion Tamer	I take my Spesh SJ back to the UK every summer and use a padded bike bag (they arent expensive). I take off wheels, rotors, cranks, seat post, stem and wrap the tubing in pipe insulation. Make sure you also remove the rear mech as its vulnerable. DOnt even think about not taking the cranks off - the airport staff will drop the bag and those outer chain teeth will bend - it happened on the one occasion I didnt take them off. Hope this helps. __________________ "I once met three guys named pain, suffering and sacrifice. Now, we're inseperable. We're best friends"

03-28-2007, 10:42 AM	#14 (permalink)
CalEpic STR Moderator	Some LBS's will rent out a Thule hard case. It may end up being a better deal and less hassle to just rent a bike once at your destination. There are no hills in FL. Since it's spring break, I'm guessing all the action will be at the beach. C

03-29-2007, 09:59 PM	#15 (permalink)
number7s number7s	well im going to hang out with some friends over there and im just taking my bmx, the bike shop gave me and old biek box that the factories ship the bikes in, ill call around see if they rent bike cases,

03-29-2007, 10:04 PM	#16 (permalink)
jfromlv trail sanitizer	BMX should be pretty simple, much less to worry about, and a lot smaller. __________________ “Tani, dude, them Incycle guys have matching pants, we’re screwed!”-Winston

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03-31-2007, 08:46 PM	#17 (permalink)
number7s number7s	anyone got a bike bag wanna lone, ill leave you with one of my other bikes so you kno i wont jack you

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