I've done 6 trips with evoc pro (2 flights each so 12 flights) and I've never removed chain, derailleur or brakes as you did. Just buy foam insulation pipes from an hardware store to protect the frame, bubble wrap brakes and derailleur and add some to the chainring (with chain on biggest ring) protects the bike better than that and avoids chainring perforating the box
Bike boxes fees could be as high as 75 to 120+ per trip, it does break easily and even more if it has to be checked by TSA, it wouldn't last you 2 trips and you could have your parts stolen or lost. They don't even allow you to bring a bigg cardboard box in some airlines to some specific countries also...
Number one pro tip: If you travel via AN AIRLINE with your bicycle in a bicycle travel case you bought from a retailer, and while in transit, THE AIRLINE, not the retailer you bought the case from, BUT THE AIRLINE damages your bike and/or your travel case (they will), that is the fault of THE AIRLINE, not the retailer. THE AIRLINE, not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE is then responsible for compensating you for the damages to your bike and/or your travel case. Not the retailer, THE AIRLINE. You are then responsible for reaching out to the manufacturer of your travel case that THE AIRLINE, not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE damaged to find out if the manufacturer of your travel case will cover that kind of damage under warranty. If they do no, which may well be the case, you will then be responsible for making sure that THE AIRLINE, not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE are the ones who reimburse you for the damages to your bike and/or your travel case. Now let's review. That's THE AIRLINE. Not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE.
I suspect the reason people use cardboard boxes is because they don't have anywhere to leave an expensive bag/box upon arrival. Just cheaper/easier to dump and find another for the flight home (especially when bike touring).
I flew to nyc for the five boro bike tour. First time to nyc and first time flying with a bike. Heck my first time taking my bike anywhere actually. I got a cardboard box. It was a pain in the ass! I’m hoping to do it again next year, but hopefully I can afford a bike bag before then to make it easier and a smaller profile
Looking for a video of someone talking about a good bike bag/setup for those who are biking straight out of the airport and dont plan on taking the bike back, so taking a hard/semi hard case or renting luggage storage isn't an option. Maybe my predicament is too niche.
If you are traveling with a MTB you are likely going to be filling this whole bag out much further. Take your rotors off as they will likely be damaged in transit
I have a better solution. Argue that the bike is your shoes while you are clipped in. They can’t make you pay for wearing shoes. Then when you are in the plane, take off your shoes and sit down. Possibly ask the flight attendant to help securely stowing away your shoes.
you're the only content creator i would watch a bag video from start to finish for, and love every minute of it. have a great time in Japan!
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I've done 6 trips with evoc pro (2 flights each so 12 flights) and I've never removed chain, derailleur or brakes as you did. Just buy foam insulation pipes from an hardware store to protect the frame, bubble wrap brakes and derailleur and add some to the chainring (with chain on biggest ring) protects the bike better than that and avoids chainring perforating the box
I used to do that same thing. My last trip from Montana I came back with a broken rear mech.
This. A hundred, thousand times THIS. The packing materials that come with most airline travel bike cases are WOEFULLY inadequate.
a short tour of terry calves...
Calf goals for sure !😁
Very helpful video - thanks Terry!
Nice Terry. My extra tip stay off the beer until you have packed the bike for the return flight.
Great idea
My favorite content creator of all time
Great info and that bag looks rad. Safe travels in 🇯🇵
Have a great time Terry!
Great narration. Very informative!
Safe travels big homie ,T!!!!!
Ok, so to avoid paying a baggage fee all you need to do is to buy an expensive bike bag and pay more for a ticket. Got it. Thanks.
Sounds like a bad idea if you only fly once and awhile but worth it if you travel a few times a year.
Bike boxes fees could be as high as 75 to 120+ per trip, it does break easily and even more if it has to be checked by TSA, it wouldn't last you 2 trips and you could have your parts stolen or lost. They don't even allow you to bring a bigg cardboard box in some airlines to some specific countries also...
Thank you, very informative and precise.
Terry, those calf muscles are beastly!
I wish PacSafe would do a lockable bike transit case. Their slashproof tech and lockable zips are really excellent
I have always wondered what was the easiest way to bring your bicycle on a plain, one day I hope to cycle my bike around Praia da Rocha in Portugal.
Number one pro tip: If you travel via AN AIRLINE with your bicycle in a bicycle travel case you bought from a retailer, and while in transit, THE AIRLINE, not the retailer you bought the case from, BUT THE AIRLINE damages your bike and/or your travel case (they will), that is the fault of THE AIRLINE, not the retailer. THE AIRLINE, not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE is then responsible for compensating you for the damages to your bike and/or your travel case. Not the retailer, THE AIRLINE.
You are then responsible for reaching out to the manufacturer of your travel case that THE AIRLINE, not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE damaged to find out if the manufacturer of your travel case will cover that kind of damage under warranty. If they do no, which may well be the case, you will then be responsible for making sure that THE AIRLINE, not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE are the ones who reimburse you for the damages to your bike and/or your travel case.
Now let's review. That's THE AIRLINE. Not the retailer, but THE AIRLINE.
Helpful!
That’s a nice bag
I suspect the reason people use cardboard boxes is because they don't have anywhere to leave an expensive bag/box upon arrival. Just cheaper/easier to dump and find another for the flight home (especially when bike touring).
I mention that in the beginning of the video 🫡
@@TerryB Apologies, so you did! That's my selective hearing again (I only heard the respect-your-bike vibe).
I flew to nyc for the five boro bike tour. First time to nyc and first time flying with a bike. Heck my first time taking my bike anywhere actually. I got a cardboard box. It was a pain in the ass! I’m hoping to do it again next year, but hopefully I can afford a bike bag before then to make it easier and a smaller profile
check out the ouru ninja bag
God Speed 🙏🏻
That bag costs 10x what my bike did
Isn't the internal cable system hard to pack?
It’s not easy
In Europe many airlines won't accept brakes with mineral oil. How you do that?
Sram.
Looking for a video of someone talking about a good bike bag/setup for those who are biking straight out of the airport and dont plan on taking the bike back, so taking a hard/semi hard case or renting luggage storage isn't an option. Maybe my predicament is too niche.
I've done that and carried the bike bag on my back from the airport
but where do you put this 1000$ bag after landing? seems like 2$ cardboard box you can throw away works better
$20 cardboard box if a shop charges you. I leave it in long term Storage at the airport when I’m in Japan. Other places I take it with me.
I travel with the same bag and always remove disc rotors, wouldn’t like to see those bent at my destination ;)
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where do you store that big azz bag once you arrive?
Long term bike storage at the airport. The bag breaks down so it’s not nearly as tall.
sweet
If you are traveling with a MTB you are likely going to be filling this whole bag out much further. Take your rotors off as they will likely be damaged in transit
This bike bag has a rotor protection area however I agree my mtb rotors are 203mm so they’re much easier to bend.
I have a better solution. Argue that the bike is your shoes while you are clipped in. They can’t make you pay for wearing shoes.
Then when you are in the plane, take off your shoes and sit down. Possibly ask the flight attendant to help securely stowing away your shoes.
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