Originally Posted by
Doug64
I don't have any experience with disc brakes. I am also wondering about bar end shifters. I have to pack by daughter's LHT for a trip this summer. I am going to try using the pipe insulation on the bar ends, covering the shift lever.
This is the method we use for air travel. The bike and the empty panniers go into the bike box. We empty our panniers into large light weight duffel bag and the empty panniers go on the racks as padding. The duffel bags are checked, and the rackpack and bar bags go as carry on baggage.
A well packed bike can be placed in any position.
You must be flying out of or into the US or have extra bags. We are only allowed 1 bag each, of which our bikes count as and our carry ons. We purchased an extra bag all the way to and fro but it cost a bit. We are envious
Bear