Originally Posted by
Tourist in MSN
At least my last trip finally generated enough baggage fee savings that my S&S couplers and S&S Backpack case were finally paid for.
I think I had only just made enough trips to justify my same purchase when my S&S bike died an early death. I've been debating the wisdom of having my new frame cut in half, but between Delta and American(I think?) now allowing bikes at no extra charge, it seems like it might not be worth it. Also I flew my new frame with me to Pittsburgh a few weeks ago, and the ease of reassembling a bike that had not been completely split in half was definitely welcome.
Originally Posted by
indyfabz
Shipped the bike. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that my large LHT weighs 35 lbs. as equipped. Maybe I will have the shop weigh it\ next time I take it in. Throw in the racks, empty fuel bottle, stove and the weight of the box and I'll bet I am over 50 lbs.
I have definitely been able to get my my Troll, with rear rack, into a cardboard box and keep it under, but close, to 50lbs. Close enough that I relocated some of my tools to my other bag, just to be certain everything was under the limit. I can't quite see getting my bike and touring gear into one 50 lb bag and a carry on, but when not touring, I was able to get my bike and a week's clothing into my S&S case and a carry on.