Originally Posted by stevo
"why the hell is "trade show equipment" cheaper for them to transport than a bike of same size, weight, and packaging? this is such BS!"
its not, but they do set their ticket prices based upon personal and business luggage. Bicycles are considered 'sporting equipment', which they kinda view as 'unnecessary' for travel.
havent travled with my bike much, but have traveled extensively with my surfboards and have heard/seen it all. Beware - sporting equipment is typically not reimbursable for damages.
I travel extensively each winter/spring with my ski equipment and not only do they not charge extra but they allow an extra bag for boots (so thats a ski bag, bootbag, and 1 piece of luggage). Skis and skiboots are sporting equipment too so why the different treatment?