KNOWLEDGE BASE: Sending different bike types
Every bicycle is unique, and different bikes sometimes require different handling and packing considerations. This guide covers everything from road bikes and mountain bikes to gravel bikes, e-bikes, tandems, children’s bikes and more, helping you understand the best way to transport your particular bicycle.
Can you transport a road bike?
Yes, we do. Road bicycle transport with #bicyclecouriers. For example, to the DC in Swellendam. Which is a road bike race. But Heinrich and I made a proper weekend of it. cycling from Stellenbosch to Swellendam on our MTB’s. I sent up my boxed road bike ahead so that it was ready and waiting at the guest house when we arrived. I could happily ride the DC on a fast bike and then back to Stellenbosch the next day on the MTB. Now you can also have the best of both worlds. Where can we send your road bike next?
Can you transport a mountain bike?
Yes, we do. MTB transport with #bicyclecouriers. And the best example is for the ABSA Cape EPIC which we tend to do every year. Send your bicycle from anywhere in the country to the nearest bike shop to the start line. Straight to your hotel to arrive even before you do. Or just send your MTN down to CPT for the weekend while you fly down from JHB. Or to DBN for the holidays. The possibilities are endless. Where can we send your MTB next?
Can you transport a gravel bike?
Yes indeed. Gravel bike transport across SA with #bicyclecouriers. How about this for an example. We went to hike the Outeniqua route from Sedgefield onwards. But decided to first cycle there from Stellenbosch. So, cycle one-way and send your boxed bike back from Sedgefield while we start with the hike. Brilliant. And you can do the same. Or send your gravel bike to the start of the Garden Route GR Giro. Where can we send your gravel bike today?
Can you transport a TT bike?
Certainly. Tri bike transport to your next IRONMAN® or triathlon, with #bicyclecouriers. Whether we send 120x time trial bikes to the 70.3® event in DBN. Or a single boxed TT bike to wherever and whenever you like it for training. Ad hoc bicycle transport is what we do best. And we collect every single weekday. With or without tri bars. You decide. Now where can we send your TT bike today?
Can you transport a triathlon bike?
Yes, we do. TT bike, tri bike, or triathlon bike. A bike by any other name, but for the same sport. #bicyclecouriers will happily send your triathlon bike to a training ride or race around the lagoon at the West Coast national park at Langebaan, or anywhere else for that matter. Whether it has tri bars or not, we can send your bicycle from (A) to (B) across the country. Now where can we send your triathlon bike today?
Can you transport a BMX?
Yes! BMX transport in SA with #bicyclecouriers. We recently send some from the GOAT’s shop, Greg Minnaar cycles in PMB to JHB. And from Centurion to Sandbaai. And we can send a BMX to wherever you need it. Whether you are a pro rider or a weekend warrior or bought one as a present. So where can we send your BMX today?
Can you transport a kid’s bike?
Yes, we do many kids bicycles. We’ve even had multiple kids bikes securely packed 2 bikes into 1 large box by a competent local bike shop. #bicyclecouriers saved the sender 50% on shipping charges in that instance. The definition of Kids bikes can be as tiny as a balance bike up to something as substantial as a XS adult 27.5 MTB. Which would go into a std sized bikebox. Where can we send your kids bike today?
Can you transport a balance bike?
Yes, quick and easy. And for balance bikes with no gears and no complicated parts we’ve sent them wrapped before. Ie no boxing but properly bubble-wrapped multiple times. And handlebars turned sideways ie wheel and frame and handlebar in the same direction to reduce the overall width of the bike for sending. Bought the best ever present for your new little person? Then where can #bicyclecouriers send his or her balance bike today?
Can you transport an e-bike?
YES! We send many, many ebikes. Because they are heave and cumbersome to lug around or put on a Bikerack. And you can’t fly with them. But you need your steed at the race. Or the be free and outside on your holiday. So Ebike transport has naturally become a big part of our #bicyclecouriers operation. And the best news is that you don’t pay more to send your Ebike. Standard box side. Standard price. Irrespective of the extra weight. Quick and easy. Where can we send your Ebike today?
Can you transport a fat bike?
Yes, of course. We do transport fat bikes. Although it seems like that fad has passed. And gravel bikes and ebikes are the new ‘in’ thing. The one thing about fat bikes is the tire size. They are massive. So, the boxes tend to be either wider or just filled up completely. And the fat bike weight doesn’t really matter because we work on the boxed bike volumetric weight which tends to always exceed the actual weight. Meaning you don’t pay more because you send a heavier bike. Same low #bicyclecouriers rate for everyone. Now where can we send your fat bike today?
Can you transport a tandem?
Yes, often. We do transport tandem bikes. Especially to local races like the Argus (nee CTCT), 947 Ride JHB, Amashova in DBN and more. Tandems also go into cardboard bike boxes. Oversized versions are long enough the fit the frame sans the wheels. Alternatively, two smaller cardboard bikes boxes slide over each other to provider that little extension to make it fit. Easily, safely, and securely. Use #bicyclecouriers to send that tandem to your next Cape Town Cycle Tour.
Can you transport a folding bike?
Indeed. Which brings us to remember that very special custom titanium bike of friend and pilot, Vernon. Complete with hydraulic decouplers for the brake lines. And electronic everything else so no wires. Which means the frame can easily be split into two triangles and neatly fits in a square bike box no larger than a set of road bike wheels. Just wider. Local or abroad, where can #bicyclecouriers send your folding bike today?
Can you transport a cargo bike?
Yes. In fact, one of the very first bicycles we at #bicyclecouriers transported for a catering company up in JHB was an adult tricycle used for selling ice creams or similar. And that opened the doors to us frequently sending catering equipment and full truck loads for said company. So yes, we certainly can send cargo bikes and similar. Where can we send your cargo bike today?
Can you transport a recumbent?
Yes. #bicyclecouriers can deliver your recumbent from (A) to (B) across South Africa. PS, the (relatively) most recumbents I remember on a ride was on LEL (the 1400km odd bike ride from London to Edinburgh and back to London. But yes, we can most certainly deliver a recumbent locally, despite the increased dimensions. Just share the details and we can get a price. Now where can we send your recumbent bicycle today?
Can you transport a unicycle?
Yes. Easy. Unicycles take up less space than a conventional bicycle. Saddle down and pedals off and it takes very little space indeed. Whether you are sending a unicycle to the circus or off to CPT for the next Cycle Tour in march each year. #bicyclecouriers is here to assist. Now where can we send your unicycle today?
Can you transport carbon bikes?
Yes. Most. In fact. A Good question would be: Out of all the bikes we send at #bicyclecouriers, which percentage are carbon frames? It seems that in total, one third to just over half of all bikes being sold are aluminium. But if you move into top tier and race bike categories can carbon extend to over 80% of the market. Let’s go 5050. We do send many carbon bikes each and every day. And where can we send your carbon bike next?
Can you transport custom bikes?
Yes, we do. #bicyclecouriers can transport your custom bike. But what is a custom bicycle? A custom bicycle is a tailor-made bike built entirely around a rider’s specific body measurements, riding goals, and component preferences. Unlike mass-produced stock bikes, custom builds avoid compromises by offering highly personalized geometry, materials, and parts designed to fit your unique riding style. Where can we send your custom bike today?
Can you transport vintage bikes?
Yes indeed! We treat every bike at #bicyclecouriers send equally important. Despite its age or current state. All bikes receive the same stellar service levels. Irrespective of where we are sending it. For example, just ask regular bicycle couriers customer Shane from Benoni about vintage and classic bike projects. Remember my Peugeot Rapport from the 80’s? Now where can we send your vintage bike today?
Can you transport handcycles?
Yes, we do! #bicyclecouriers also sends the buggies for Warriors. To the 947 RideJHB. And the Amasova in DBN. And the PE Herald in the friendly city. More than that – we don’t just send then, we also pilot one. With pride. So that these warriors can also take part. And we want to show the rest of the country what is possible with the right attitude. Now where can we send your handcycle or buggy today?
Can you transport adaptive bikes?
Yes, we can! With #bicyclecouriers. What is an adaptive bike? An adaptive bike is a modified or specially designed cycle that allows individuals with disabilities, injuries, or mobility challenges to experience cycling. Same as above, we’ve sent the buggies all across the country before. And will hopefully continue to do so. Now where can we send your special bike today?
