Service Comparison

Transporting a bike via most airlines can be a logistical nightmare, not to mention quite costly. Here’s a rundown of what’s involved with choosing airline transport for your bike:

	Airline Transport
Disassembly/Reassembly	$140	$0
Bike Case	$50 (rental) $300 - $400 (purchase)	$0
Airline Fee	$200 (one way) $400 (round trip)	$0
Upgraded Car Rental	$20/day	$0
Stress	A lot	None
Total	$500+	$300*

• Disassembly/reassembly of bike - either have the time and know-how yourself, or pay a mechanic to do it for you (approximately $35 each of four procedures, $140 total)
• Purchase ($300-400) or rental ($50) of bike case - plus the hassle of hauling it through the airport along with all your gear
• Standard airline bike fee (up to $200 each way, $400 total), plus oversize fee if bike + case exceeds 50lbs (up to $200 additional each way, $400 total) - plus the stress of wondering whether your bike will arrive on time and unbroken
• Upgrade car rental to accommodate bike (approximately additional $20/day)
• Make time for reassembly of bike
• All this stress and expense, when you’d prefer to rest and focus on being ready for your big day!
• Repeat the disassembly/reassembly process following the race
• Total Cost may be upwards of $500!

You will literally save hundreds of dollars and immeasurable peace of mind utilizing the easy & economical service of TRIBike Transport!!!