Sorry, OT, but since this was brought up...
I've read that the Ritchey case measurements for their "breakway" new bike actually exceed the limit permitted by the airlines by an inch or two. I don't know how carefully they measure at airports these days but it's possible you might not avoid the extra charges.
Angel Garcia Long Valley, NJ
> Another option which would allow one easy access by plane is the use of
> couplers on the TT and DT and/or the new style Richey frame that allows
for a
> very small package...a very nice package indeed.
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> Don Keenan
> Longmont, CO 80503