Close Sesame

Works about as well as open sesame in case you were wondering.

There is not nearly enough directions nor pictorals for this tricky little past time....oh yes, it went waaaaaaaaay past time.

First, take all parts off frame that come apart. Leave the welded bits as they will be hard to reattach on the other side.

Then, carefully place all pieces into case being extra careful with the cables. It would be even better if you were traveling with someone so you could play this bike version of Trangoes against a competitor.

Be super careful to include ALL necessary parts. If you can't ride a unicycle here, I'm gonna guess you still won't be able to on vacation. Pack BOTH wheels. Include tools. Hand tightening pedals and allen bolts isn't super effective on turning parts.

DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT treat this like ordinary luggage. Please refrain from sitting on case and jumping to close and lock. You will definitely want to, but think of the spokes.

You WILL want to open it back up and put something in you forgot. I don't recommend it. Carry it in your luggage. If you feel tempted, zip tie it shut, duct tape it, super glue it if you have to. DO NOT REOPEN THE CASE.

Remember you have to put it together on the other side. IF you manage to do this, STOP riding a day early. You will need the entire last 24 hours to redisassemble the bicycle into the case for its return trip home.

Might I recommend Craigslist? You can peruse your choices before you go and retrieve it upon arrival. You could re list it immediately and try to sell it before you leave to come back home. Or just leave it. It would probably cost less than the luggage airfare and would save you two days!