i use a topeak quick release under the seat bag!
i use a topeak quick release under the seat bag!
Thanks Caligurl ; unfortunately, I am referring to having the carbon bike protected, looking for ideal soft bike case (with foam protection) instead.Originally Posted by caligurl
The hard bike cases dont come cheap, reckon they are at least $300 brand new, & they are pretty heavy and bulky to carry about to travel with.
"If you dont climb the mountain, you cant see the view"
Are you flying with it? Driving? What method of transportation are you using?
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Looking for a suitable softbag for travel on ferries, trains & on flights too![]()
"If you dont climb the mountain, you cant see the view"
For flying I strongly suggest a hard box, and renting one unless you want to use it very often. I remember seeing them sold for less than 1000$ dollars, it may be worth investigating.Originally Posted by Morphine
I have a Serfas hard case--plenty of foam padding comes with it. I think I paid about $350 for it. Doody has made 2 trips cross-country in it just fine. She's a carbon fiber Trek. It has wheels and a strap for ease of transporting in the airports. I've paid $50-$80 to $0 to take her on the planes--depends on the airline and how observant some people are. Also if you're going 1st class, there's no extra charge. (I upgrade with miles.) I wouldn't dream of anything soft sided.
Cool ! Its so difficult to find a reasonably priced bike case over here in Singapore. Really envious of how accessible you folks are to online purchasesOriginally Posted by Aint Doody
With the freight charges and all, reckon I'll have to leave aside at least usd $500 for the case
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"If you dont climb the mountain, you cant see the view"
oops.. i'm a DORK!!!!!!!!!!!Originally Posted by Morphine
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But it _would be_ cool if you could fold the bike down to fit in a seat bag!
I wonder if they make quilted sipper bags like for carrying a nice saddle.
Nanci
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