Here's How to Protect Your Ride.

Traveling with a bike can lead to some of the best memories you’ll ever create… just ask me, riding in another part of the world on YOUR bike is amazing! But, it can also lead to a lot of stress. At the end of the day, for a lot of us, our bikes are like a child. Pampered more than ourselves sometimes, you want to make sure that your baby stays properly protected whilst traveling. Unfortunately in my time traveling I have learned the importance of a good travel case like the EVOC Bike Bag Pro.

Riding locally with friends is amazing and makes for some good times. However, if you ask me about the best times I’ve had on my bike, it’s been riding new, far-fetched places with those same riding buddies. Memories that last a lifetime, like ripping World Cup DH tracks in Austria, gravel adventures out in Kentucky, making random friends in bike parks across Europe… all while riding my own bike. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of dropping into a new trail in a different part of the world on the bike you know and love.

Side Note: I have rented bikes plenty of times when I couldn't bring my own or thought it would be a better idea. EVERY SINGLE TIME that I have done this, it has ended up being more expensive and less enjoyable than riding my own bike. (If you are only riding 1 day on your trip, then it may just make more sense to rent)

The Travel Dilemma: Excitement vs. Stress

Like mentioned, stress can be had when flying with your bike and making sure your bike stays protected. Unfortunately, I have seen some poor packing jobs and some less than protective cases fail on both my own and customer bikes, so I have been able to narrow down to my favorite case, the Evoc Bike Bag Pro. It’s easy to pack, pretty lightweight, and very protective. And I’m telling you these are the 3 features you want.

Easy to Pack: More Time Riding, Less Time Wrenching

This is so awesome is because any person can do it, and any person can do it QUICKLY. Packing a bike before a trip is easy with the excitement… but who wants to spend 2-3 hours packing the bike on the last night of your vacation? No one. That’s where an easy-to-pack case really makes a difference. The Evoc Bike Bag Pro has some awesome features that make this a breeze:

• Bike Stand Pro: This integrated stand allows you to mount your frame securely, making it easy to work on and pack.

• Minimal Disassembly: You only need to remove your wheels, pedals, and handlebars. That's it. No messing with your cockpit setup or seat height.

• Separate Wheel Compartments: Padded, external pockets with disc protection keep your wheels safe and away from your frame.

Lightweight: Dodge Those Excess Baggage Fees

This is becoming much more of a thought with many airlines now treating sporting equipment like a normal checked bag: It's included if the entire weight is under 50lbs. Austrian Airlines and Southwest are great examples of airlines that won’t charge more for your bike, as long as the entire bag is under their weight limit for a standard checked piece of luggage. This is an amazing industry change that’s happening, especially considering I have spent well over a few thousand in fees to travel with my bike. A lightweight case means you can also add more stuff in, like spares, riding clothes, pads, tools, etc. The Evoc Bike Bag Pro weighs in at just over 21 pounds, leaving you plenty of wiggle room for all your gear.

Protective: Your Bike's Bodyguard

This is the feature that matters most, because who wants to show up on vacation with a broken bike? A rigid mounting platform, plenty of padding, wheel and rotor protection, these are just a few of the features that make this case so protective. I am careful when loading my bike into my car and handing it over to the airlines. All this to see my main man, Claus the baggage handler, throwing my bike onto a loading truck like Steph Curry making a 3-pointer. The point is, you may take care and handle your bike gently, but the airlines don’t - so invest in a nice bike bag. The Evoc Bike Bag Pro has you covered with:

• Hybrid Construction: A combination of a hard-shell bottom and a soft, padded top gives you the best of both worlds: protection and collapsibility for easy storage.

• Molded Bottom Case with Aluminum Slide Rails: This provides a super-stable base and adds another layer of protection.

• Frame Pad: Extra padding for your frame to prevent scratches and dings.

So, next time you're dreaming of that bucket-list riding destination, don't let the thought of traveling with your bike hold you back. With a high-quality bike bag like the Evoc Bike Bag Pro, you can rest assured that your bike will arrive safe and sound, ready for whatever adventures you have in store.

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