Best way to transport bikes by air (once a year)?

[garnjan]

Any advice on the best way to transport bikes for the occasional european sojourn? We like to take our own bikes on our annual trip. Has anyone tried the Crateworks boxes? Do they really fold well? We wouldn't mind investing in the hard side cases, but storage of the box while cycling is the issue. Any suggestions, reviews?

 

[jonny_velo]

the best box you can get is a scicon... whether you use it once a year or 100 its worth the money, as your bike is only worth what you put it in on a plane..

im british and i live in italy and travel back now and again to the uk and i use it... never had a problem. also its super sturdy and you can fill it with all your gear.. like and extra case.. wine for the family etc... its fantastic

jb