Yes, then you should be able to check your bike as baggage with no additional cost. I guess I didn't really specify fully when the airline would require you to ship as cargo. Its not necessarily when you have more than 2 checked bags. Most airlines will allow you to ship it as a 3rd checked bag at an additional cost but it is not nearly as high as the air cargo price. The poster who mentioned the $80 figure was pretty much right on for what most carriers will charge for the 3rd checked bag. They generally won't require you to ship it as cargo unless its over 75 lbs or exceptionally bulky. The airline I worked for did have bike boxes and tape. I'm pretty sure thats standard amongst most other airlines as well. I'd just recommend calling them directly and speaking to a customer service rep. to make prior arrangements and to inquire as to their specific policy. Also, I'd make sure to arrive early enough at the gate to allow for disassembly and packing of your bike.