garthdv Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I hope that i am posting in the correct place but was curious to find out from those of you who frequently transport your bikes by plane, which would be a better option:Thule 699 roundtrip box or BikeSafe box? I have a BMC RM01 and really do not want my bike to be damaged due to negligent airline staff so any advice in this regard would be appreciated.
jcza Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I've got the EVOC & it's fantastic. Easier to handle than a box.
davem Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Polaris EVA clam shell is strong enough to prevent crushing (except for extreme stuff) but only weighs 6.5kg so works best with airline weight limits. http://www.polaris-apparel.co.uk/Library/Default/Gallery/product_orig_Polaris-EVA-bike-pod_2.jpg
walkerr Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Read good things about the EVA. Looked around last year, and went for a BikeBoxAlan and it's awesome - darned expensive, but awesome.
Trackie Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I've got the EVOC & it's fantastic. Easier to handle than a box.+100
Spark Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Bike Box Allan!Got my 2 months old Dogma 65.1 damaged on flight to Europe in a padded bag sold in SABought Bike Box Allan when I came back. Safe and easy to handle on airport and trains
Spark Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I've got the EVOC & it's fantastic. Easier to handle than a box.If its got soft "padded " sides, throw away!
garthdv Posted January 17, 2014 Author Posted January 17, 2014 Thanks guys, ended up getting the Thule (got it at a really great price). Lets hope it works.http://aquasport.com.mx/wp/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/bike-travel-bagthule-699-round-trip-bike-travel-case-accessories-bags-upo5ba6l.jpg
Kranswurm Posted January 17, 2014 Posted January 17, 2014 I have had one of these for 8 years now and still good
Frohan Posted January 17, 2014 Posted January 17, 2014 Does someone know of any boxes for tandems, mtb tandems???
Paulst12 Posted January 17, 2014 Posted January 17, 2014 Thanks guys, ended up getting the Thule (got it at a really great price). Lets hope it works.http://aquasport.com.mx/wp/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/bike-travel-bagthule-699-round-trip-bike-travel-case-accessories-bags-upo5ba6l.jpgwhat price?
Kranswurm Posted January 17, 2014 Posted January 17, 2014 Does someone know of any boxes for tandems, mtb tandems???That's a container......:-)
Cellar Posted January 17, 2014 Posted January 17, 2014 Does someone know of any boxes for tandems, mtb tandems???That's a container......:-) These guys can probably help:http://www.mscsouthafrica.com/
Frohan Posted January 17, 2014 Posted January 17, 2014 Thanks Cellar...he..he...!!! Dont want to use normal cardboard bike boxes cause It wont last the whole trip....We want to go to Reunion Island for 3 weeks and I'm thinking of taking the tandem with!!
fabs Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 I have found that this works well, and is price competitive.
Guest Omega Man Posted January 22, 2014 Posted January 22, 2014 I have found that this works well, and is price competitive. Yes I've used several myself. Usually in our winter. The bonus is when you get back from your travels you can make a nice toasty fire with it. Holycrap!!! That Thule bike box weighs 14kg on it's own. so if your bikes weighs more than 9kg you are getting boned for overweight.
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