Mistakes To Avoid When Flying With Your Bike!

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Going on an MTB holiday can be one of the best things you ever do, but making sure you travel correctly, using the proper bags and airport knowledge is key to ensuring you and your bike get to your destination safely and with minimal fuss! In this short video, Anna runs you through some simple, yet important flying & travel tips for your next cycling adventure!
⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - Overweight bike bag
1:37 - Tools in hand luggage
2:57 - Checking in an MTB helmet
3:22 - Picking a bike to fly with
5:08 - Not taking spares
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@peteedwards7157 2 жыл бұрын

Top tip I would suggest is cut two bits of plastic pipe the same width as your Axles. Even though the screw in they are not treaded both sides so once your wheels are out and your bike is under a pile of luggage both your fork and rear triage can be crushed and damaged.

@TechERni 2 жыл бұрын

Thats a really good suggestion, packing a bike with 155mm dropout and taking it out with 142mm wouldn't be nice. Haha

@HD46409 2 жыл бұрын

Cut up pool noodles and slice them in the middle and wrap all tubes and your fork stanchions.

@charlie9ine 2 жыл бұрын

Once again I will promote the merits of the Topeak mini ratchet as seen more than once in this segment. Brilliant tool.

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

The Topeak mini ratchet tool is such a good toolbox essential for mountain biking! It's a shame Rich had his confiscated! 😂

@Milessongs 2 жыл бұрын

This Video is Brilliant! The topic, the vast amount of practical information provided, and Anna's superlative job explaining it all... Well done GMBN!

@johnreese3762 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice, well done, thanks!!

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

We're glad you enjoyed this one! Thanks for the support, John!

@jacquesduplessis6175 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice, thanks for the video. Hopefully doing a trip soon👍🏻

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jacques! Glad you enjoyed the video! 🙌

@vagg6078 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you gmbn for the advice

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed! Thanks for the support!

@RicardoPetrazzi 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to add that you make sure you know where to take your bike box or bag for the oversize luggage scanner and give yourself plenty of time to get to it as its often not that close to the regular check-in desks at some airports!

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great tip, Ricardo! 👍

@normant.aventura2038 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, really good advises...for the people who doesn't experience yet to bring your own bike with you during your flight.

@eduardocj3555 2 жыл бұрын

Very good tips

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Eduardo!

@ChefIan73 2 жыл бұрын

The helmet bit is key. Had no idea they didn’t count safety equipment towards you luggage total. Does that include pads as well?

@charlie9ine 2 жыл бұрын

The best lessons are often learned the hard way. I don’t expect anything to be easy... I’m pleasantly surprised when it is.

@ettoremarinello3951 2 жыл бұрын

I just learned a new one like5minutes ago. don't forget a screwdriver or some potential dangerous tool in any hidden pocket,I just lost my favourite screwdriver at customs cause of that😢

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the moral of the story is to keep your tools in your checked luggage! 😂

@craig2622 2 жыл бұрын

Sound advice ❤😊🤟

@drmoynihan 2 жыл бұрын

:) Thank you - I am either going to buy used there from a friend or buy new/used here and fly with it. Either way, I appreciate your help.

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this useful! Safe riding! 🙌

@brookegravitt4117 2 жыл бұрын

Who has two thumbs and broke his rear mech traveling to Florida this past Christmas? This guy! Wish I’d had the sense to remove it completely. Great tip about the helmet. Didn’t know that one!

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

That's so unlucky! It's well worth removing it before flying! We bet that was a nasty surprise! 😬

@KevinT3141 2 жыл бұрын

Filet 'o Pool Noodle might be just the thing for the stanchions.

@rupedog 2 жыл бұрын

Or pipe insulation... the grey foam stuff

@KevinT3141 2 жыл бұрын

@@rupedog But then you don't get to say Filet 'O Pool Noodle.

@geoffbyrne9886 2 жыл бұрын

i stripped my bike right down & got pipe lagging to protect the frame & forks worked a treat. & as for spares i knew how much they would be when i wentvto Bermuda ( not a cheap place to live or go to

@luizcarloszimmermann5505 2 жыл бұрын

MTB é minha paixão atual = era piloto de motocross , mas é tudo diferente na bicicleta ( bike ) e busco aprender todos os dias

@stevek8829 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! If someone can go through a set of pads and tires in a week they sure leave me in the dust. Me: 5000 miles

@caveirex 2 жыл бұрын

What about the dropper and suspensions air pressure?

@rupedog 2 жыл бұрын

Makes no difference.. or tyres... as the hold is pressurised. If the hold suddenly becomes depressurised, ur bike is the least of ur problems!

@frostsmoke 2 жыл бұрын

Deflating your tyres is completely unnecessary. But apparently that hasn't reached airlines yet.

@johns9974 2 жыл бұрын

Put wheels from the hardware shop on you bike box or will a nightmare in the airport they rarely fit on a trolley

@phil_dubss8335 2 жыл бұрын

#askGmbnTech I got a full sus trail bike last November. I’ve been riding it ever since, almost every day, without a fork/shock service. I know it’s probably overdue getting one, but both my fork and shock (Rockshox Recon RL and Rockshox Monarch Rt) are still running as buttery smooth as the day I got the bike. Because of this, is it worth getting a service anyway? Would I still benefit getting a suspension service even though I can’t physically feel anything wrong with them? Thanks in advance Anna and Doddy, love the Tech channel, and always look forward to the weekly tech show!!

@markmoreno7295 2 жыл бұрын

Forgot about brake spacers, and I wasn’t sure about rotors, but now I know. With through axels, is there a need for axel bushing/sleeves? In the USA flying on Southwest Airlines, the limit is 50 lbs - or pay more if over. it would be tough to get my rig in a box and have it weigh less than 20 Kg.

@eprohoda 2 жыл бұрын

Omg!you uploaded unusual sharing, catch you later,🤘

@badlarry172 2 жыл бұрын

👍

@SamuelLudden 2 жыл бұрын

Do not ever check your batteries... They have to be in your carry-ons for fire safety 🔥

@Antjan46 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice thank you 🙏🏽 PS do remove tire sealant when flying?

@rupedog 2 жыл бұрын

@Antjan46 2 жыл бұрын

@@rupedog thanks for the reply. I know it sounds like a silly question but was just thinking if tires were deflated for flying there might be a chance of sealant leakage due to different cabin and hold pressure changes.

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this useful! No, you can keep sealant in your tyres. However, it's well worth deflating your tyres a bit due to the change in air pressure. 👍

@adamputu5448 2 жыл бұрын

#AskGMBN How Much Should I Bring The Bike Energy Such As Energy Gel, Energy Ball Or Energy Cookies and Which One Important Tool Should I Bring For Cycling?

@mrsmartypants_1 2 жыл бұрын

Ha. When I saw this title in my notices I thought it was going to be a jumping vid.

@williamsweet7511 2 жыл бұрын

put your wheels in one box and the rest of your bike in a second box? I travel for scuba diving and weight is always an issue. I have two medium/big pelican boxes, my wife checks one with half my gear and I check the second box with half my gear, she doesn't dive.

@KevinT3141 2 жыл бұрын

I was thrilled to get my snowboard, boots, helmet, goggles, gloves, and outerwear all into my gear bag and still be under the weight limit on my last trip out west. Never considered the implications of my helmet taking any knocks that I didn't know about though. I won't do that again now that I know better, thanks Anna!

@johns9974 2 жыл бұрын

Some large Enduro bikes GIGA 290 XL for onev will not fit in an EVOC Bag they are too long.

@carpecarp 2 жыл бұрын

I just take my shock off. Only takes a couple of minutes. Can also add it to another bag to reduce weight in the bike bag.

@TheButlerNZ 2 жыл бұрын

Flying is not the problem.... It's landing upright at the other end that matters!

@gregknipe8772 2 жыл бұрын

when you use fish scales to weight your bike, do you remove the head, tail and fins, or go for it 'whole fish'? ; ),

@gregknipe8772 2 жыл бұрын

whole new take on fish'n chips....

@Zeit142 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of Helmet does Anna use? I really like it!

@Windband1 2 жыл бұрын

They are sponsored by POC.

@rupedog 2 жыл бұрын

Poc I would guess...sponsor

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

Anna wears the POC Tectal most of the time! 👍

@Zeit142 2 жыл бұрын

@@gmbntech Its a beautiful lid. I'm grabbing one!

@RicardoPetrazzi 2 жыл бұрын

I accidentally took a CO2 with me in my bike box! Was not flagged as a problem by anyone - in both outward and return flights ! ooops. 😯

@rupedog 2 жыл бұрын

Biggest one.... not doing it!

@X41N3 2 жыл бұрын

you go through a tire within a week ok, but since when do you have to bleed ur brakes every week?

@mabecka 2 жыл бұрын

Rent a bike on location!

@gmbntech 2 жыл бұрын

That's the next best option! 👍

@bobothericefarmer1878 2 жыл бұрын