Old 09-07-05, 09:14 AM
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High speed trains will generally not check oversize bags, including bike cases. The regular trains will take them, most often requiring a reservation (my experience in France and Spain). Most taxis will not hold bike boxes (even the full-size ones in the US). You'll need to find a mini-van taxicab or rent minivans. I have had excellent luck in Europe with minivans made by Opal, Citroen, Ford, and Reneault fitting up to three full-size bike boxes in the back. However, I have recently obtained a bike built with S and S Machine's BT couplers. The frame is full-size, but collapses to fit into a more standard-sized hard suitcase. It will go anywhere with no reservation or fee. Fits in the backseat or trunk of even the smallest European car. This may be an option for this trip or in the future.
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