Planning a cycling trip and worried about transporting your bike? Buying or renting a bike case or bag will simplify your life.
To avoid the worst
Going on a cycling trip is exciting! But if you choose to bring your own bike, you'll need to choose the right case or bag to protect it during transport. No cyclist wants their bike to be damaged and to have to find a bike shop in a foreign country, with all the inconveniences that can cause.
Among the choices available to you, you can of course opt for a simple cardboard box and bubble wrap. However, this solution exposes your bike to bumps and potential breakage during handling at the airport. In addition, customs officers sometimes require you to open your box. Since it will have been securely sealed with tape, this risks damaging it. That's why choosing a hard case or a travel bag with an opening-closing device has several advantages.
To simplify the planning of your cycling trip, here are the 3 main arguments that should convince you to use a bike-specific case or transport bag.
1. Easy to use
Most bike cases on the market are easy to use. All you have to do is disassemble a few parts of your bike, position them correctly, secure them inside the case, and you're done. In addition, manufacturers provide videos to help you visualize the procedure. If you are unable to do it yourself, you can opt for our bike boxing service .
2. Virtually indestructible
Most bike cases are made of ultra-resistant plastic that withstands impacts and the "tender loving care" of handlers. The padding is made of foam panels that insulate the frame from the wheels and components, making everything very secure. Travel bags, on the other hand, offer sufficient padding, which represents excellent value for money. Bags also have an advantage when not in use, as you can fold them up to store them in a closet and forget about them until your next trip.
3. Easy to handle
Once the bike is properly packed, both cases and travel bags are easy to transport. Some models are equipped with wheels and handles to make your task easier. Even customs officers will be grateful!
Bike case: rent or buy?
If you plan to travel frequently, buying your bike case is probably the best option. It will be easy and quick for you to use the same case or bag since you will know how to use it.
If you only travel occasionally, renting a bike case or travel bag is probably preferable. In addition, it is possible to benefit from a bike boxing and reassembly service upon your return.
In short, whether you travel often or are on your first adventure, properly protecting your ride can contribute to the success of your journey.
On your next cycling trip, make your life easier by renting a bike travel bag from Bicycles Quilicot ! We also offer bike boxing and reassembly services, as well as bike tune-ups upon your return.