Originally Posted by
cmcanulty
I was looking at the swift, they list the folded size as 21.5" X 10"X 30" Is that accurate? Just looking at the picture of it folded and knowing the tires are 20" the folded size seems wildly optimistic. Otherwise it would be one of the smallest folds. Has anyone packed it in a samsonite oyster? If so please tell what needs to be removed. I use fenders and racks also.
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Post #10 shows photos. I travel frequently with my single speed Swift. My wife's new Dual-drive Swift takes a bit more fidgeting, but it also fits in an Oyster. For me, in my experience, it's less an issue of meeting the airlines spec than being able to take the first available taxi at my destination. Arriving with larger hard cases often means waiting for a MUCH larger taxi at a MUCH higher price.