Hi Paul,
Whilst bike boxes can be handy, I’ve heard too many bad stories – like this one.
In your case though, you’re right, you were stuck – I will add this scenario to the post and Taking Your Bike Overseas ebook!
I think a good lesson here is, if possible, arrange your trip around using a bike bag, which probably means you’ll need to leave it somewhere on arrival (airport storage locker) or take it with you.
Great insights, hope the insurance looked after your friends bike!
Tim
