Light weight, aerodynamic bikes are designed to handle unique pressures from the road surface and rider - not a 40kg suitcase hurled onto it by hurried plane cargo loaders! Arriving at a foreign destination, fit amped and race ready, having splurged your savings becomes an instant nightmare when you unpack a cracked frame.
Bike boxes or bags are now highly advanced to snugly and securely fit sport-specific bikes and often helmets, pump, tools, shoes etc too.
They're lighter than ever and compact to fit a taxi back seat. Some even come with bike building stands for cramped hotel rooms.
Which bike cases have you long hauled and recommend, or not, for those saving for a big trip?
