Old 04-09-13 | 11:23 AM
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Bikes: '12 Rodriguez UTB Custom, '83 Miyata 610, '83 Nishiki Century Mixte (Work of Art), '18 Engin hardtail MTB

Originally Posted by imi
Has anyone managed to pack a largish frame 700c S&S bike including racks, fenders and bottle cages into a 26x26x10 box?

The pictures I've seen look more like S&S road bikes without all the other stuff we love to screw on!
First, 700c is not the most suitable wheel size for S&S bike unless you don't mind removing tubes and tires. If you are having a demountable bike built, 26" wheels (ISO 559mm) is the most suitable size. This also makes sense as 26" wheel spare parts are easy to find worldwide. Having said this, it is possible to pack fenders, racks and bottle cages into the S&S case. The rear rack is the only tricky part. You can pack it separetely in another suitcase or in a carry-on (e.g., duffel bag with your clothes.) If the plan is credit card touring, you can get a folding rear rack from Racktime and/or a folding front rack like the Tubus Duo or Salsa Down Under. These will easily fit in the S&S case as they come apart and will just lie flat.

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