Touring - Getting my bike from Sydney to London

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nila
05-31-09, 08:45 PM
hey all,
wondering if anyone knows the cheapest way to get my trek 6700 from Sydney to London.
I have left Sydney already and was planning to sell my bike and buy a new one in London but having seen the prices here I just want to bring my old one over.

Anyone know the best way to do this and have any idea of rough costs??
Thanks

Sledbikes
05-31-09, 08:48 PM
ship it in a wood crate to avoid serious damage. i dont see it costing more than 200$
AnthonyG
05-31-09, 08:58 PM
Ask these people for a quote, http://www.packsend.com.au/

I think the cost will be prohibitive but you can always ask.

Anthony

nila
06-01-09, 02:20 PM
wouldn't the wooden crate add a lot to the weight of shipping it?
mev
06-01-09, 07:31 PM
While not the quickest or least expensive...

Seems to me it would be funnest to ride it most of the way :)

More seriously, do you have any chances of going back to Sydney for a visit for other reasons? You might then take it with you on the return.