Managed to pack my bike on my own—wahoo! Can’t wait to unpack this in Cairo and find out whether I did well enough to keep things safe, or screwed up big time. Fingers crossed for now!


Step 1: Take off the front wheel


Step 2: Remove the pedals


Step 3: Remove the seat post


Step 4: Fasten the seat post screw (so it doesn't get lost)


Step 5: Remove the handlebar


Step 6: Screw the handlebar bolt back on (so it doesn't get lost)


Step 7: Protect the frames


Step 8: Stabilize the fork


Step 9: Make sure the chain is on the smallest crank


Step 10: Fasten the handlebar, i.e. tie it firmly to the frame


Step 11: Remove the bottle cages (should have done that upfront)


Step 12: Secure the pedal crank by tying it to the frame


Step 13: Protect the rear derailleur


Step 14: Remove the quick release skewer from the front wheel


Step 15: Cover the wheel hubs


Step 16: Cover and protect any other sensitive parts


Step 17: Build the cardboard box and/or secure the bottom with tape


Step 18: Carefully lower the bike into the box


Step 19: Add the front wheel and any spare non-folding tires


Step 20: Reinforce the box near the wheel hubs with additional cardboard to prevent breakage


Step 21: Securely package all loose parts—pedals, front wheel skewer, bottle cages, etc.


Step 22: Add seat post, box with loose parts, bike packs etc.; paper and foam for protection


Step 23: Close the box, and use lots of tape to reinforce corners and hand holds


Step 24: Tape name, contact and flight details on both sides of the box


Step 25: Arrange special airport transport (as the box may not fit into a normal car)
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