If traveling long distance for a triathlon, it may be necessary to ship your bike. Of course, if traveling by plane, you can always disassemble the bike and pack it into a bike travel case and then check it as luggage. These cases can be expensive, however, costing more than $600. A cheaper and equally effective option would be to ship the bike via a delivery service. First, you'll need to disassemble the bike and pack it.
Instructions
1. Remove the pedals. Your pedals will require either a hex key or a pedal wrench in order to loosen. Remember that the left, non-drive side pedal is reverse-threaded. It will need to be turned clockwise in order to loosen. Wrap the pedals in bubble wrap.
2. Wrap the frame tubes in bubble wrap. These are all the individual tubes that make up your bicycle frame. Wrapping them will protect your frame's finish from scratching.
3. Remove the seat post and saddle as a unit. There will be a hex-head bolt at the base of the seat post. Turn this bolt counterclockwise to loosen the seat post. Wrap the seat post in bubble wrap.
4. Remove the front wheel. There is a skewer running through the center of the wheel, securing it to the fork. Loosen the skewer by flipping it open and free the wheel.
5. Remove the handlebar from the stem. Between two and four hex-head bolts secure the handlebar to the stem. Turn these bolts counterclockwise to loosen.
6. Compact the bike for placement inside the box. Lay the front wheel against the side of the bike. Drape the handlebar over the wheel. The seat post and pedals will be the last items into the box. Seal the box carefully and place it in the hands of your preferred carrier.
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