I know this topic must've been discussed before, but searches just bring up everything regarding online sales

If I'm going to do the LoneStar ride this September (not definite yet) I'm going to need to get my bike from Point A to Point B.

I'd like to hear from anyone who's flown with or shipped a bike - what crate you used, what carrier you used, how was your experience.

I'm leaning toward shipping. For one thing I don't want to push my luck with TSA - we've had experiences before where they've opened a case containing expensive equipment and not closed it up again properly. Luckily nothing's been lost or damaged so far, but I don't want to tempt fate. For another thing that's just one less huge piece I'll have to schlep through the airport.

TIA!