smokeysmoo
Legendary Member
- Location
- Bolton, not very far from Nob End
bike bag for easyjet?
- Thread starter Georgem123
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BigonaBianchi
Yes I can, Yes I am, Yes I did...Repeat.
- Location
- Iskele TRNC & Mordor UK
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PADDED-BI...-TRANSPORT-UK-CASE-LUGGAGE-RACE-/290752539101
i use one of these with easy jet, six flights so far and so far so good....
i use one of these with easy jet, six flights so far and so far so good....
BigonaBianchi
Yes I can, Yes I am, Yes I did...Repeat.
- Location
- Iskele TRNC & Mordor UK
When flying easyjet I find the best policy is to pack bike in bike.bag above, stuff as much kit and clothing in with bike, lie about bag weight at check in .
- Location
- London
I thought they weighed it?
mmmmartin
Random geezer
Yes they do, because they need to know the weight the aircraft is carrying.
There is a thread on here, started by me, called "I flew with my bike and this is what happened" (or similar). Take a look. Some reassuring comments.
I prefer the plastic bag method: the only time I know someone's bike was damaged was in a cardboard box. Also there is much faffing with packing it all in the box. With a box you just turn the bars, switch the pedals and bung it in.
I have flown with easyJet six times and not had a problem.
- Location
- London
Yes, that's what I thought. So I'm afraid I don't understand Mr Bianchi's advice to lie about the weight.
I've flown bike's with Easyjet a few times and have found them very good.
I have done several journeys with easyjet from liverpool/Manchester and back from wherever I have been. I have used a bikebag like one of these http://www.evanscycles.com/products/tifosi/lightweight-unpadded-bike-bag-ec005973 which takes up the top compartment of my panniers. It's torn a little now from where it has been roughed up. I have also used the clear plastic bags like this http://www.wiggle.co.uk/ctc-plastic-bike-bag/ They were only £6 at the time now they are £12. Also easyjet was £18 for a bike and now it's £35. I should point out that I always use a cardboard box from Halfords on the way out.
Anyway, I have never had any issues. No damage.
Anyway, I have never had any issues. No damage.
My brother and i recently went from Edinburgh to Bordeaux with RyanAir. I don't find it's the airlines fault but the airport / luggage handlers that have the issue.
I use a plastic bag and it was fine, it's easier for the luggage handlers to carry. When i got to Bordeaux my rear derailleur hanger was bent. I was able to straighten it by hand, but i was a bit p!ssed. On the way back the Bordeaux airport people had problems getting the bikes through the x-ray machine and wanted me to lower my seat. I tried to explain, in my best french, that my tools were in my bag that had already been checked in and with a little help it went through ok but it was a major hassle. Anyway i didn't think we'd see those bikes again and i was shocked to see them unloading the bikes in edinburgh. Our bikes aren't very expensive, which was good as i saw the Edinburgh luggage handlers not really treating the bikes (or any luggage) with any sort of care.
A cardboard box may give you a little bit more cushioning, but the next time i take any bike on a plane i will fit a rear derailleur protector.
I use a plastic bag and it was fine, it's easier for the luggage handlers to carry. When i got to Bordeaux my rear derailleur hanger was bent. I was able to straighten it by hand, but i was a bit p!ssed. On the way back the Bordeaux airport people had problems getting the bikes through the x-ray machine and wanted me to lower my seat. I tried to explain, in my best french, that my tools were in my bag that had already been checked in and with a little help it went through ok but it was a major hassle. Anyway i didn't think we'd see those bikes again and i was shocked to see them unloading the bikes in edinburgh. Our bikes aren't very expensive, which was good as i saw the Edinburgh luggage handlers not really treating the bikes (or any luggage) with any sort of care.
A cardboard box may give you a little bit more cushioning, but the next time i take any bike on a plane i will fit a rear derailleur protector.
- Location
- London
Whenever I have taken a derailleur bike by plane I have removed it and taped it between the stays.
frank9755
Cyclist
- Location
- West London
I've used a CTC plastic bike bag with Easyjet on about half a dozen occasions with no problems.