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testersbc rbent member Posts: 84	shipping a bike Jul 23^rd, 2014, 12:06pm recently sold my TT rambler. getting ready to ship it. this is the first time shipping a bike. Who is a good carrier? Any suggestions appreciated.
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TonyWard Five Star Member rbent member Posts: 958	Re: shipping a bike Reply #1 - Jul 23^rd, 2014, 1:03pm I have shipped 3 using UPS (never a trike though).... never an issue
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Monkeywrangler22 Five Star Member rbent member Posts: 1308	Re: shipping a bike Reply #2 - Jul 23^rd, 2014, 2:05pm read this thread on brol http://www.bentrideronline.com/messageboard/showthread.php?p=1235015#post1235015
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Re: shipping a bike
Reply #3 - Jul 24^th, 2014, 7:46am

I used Greyhound for my first couple of bikes that I shipped, but switched to Shipbikes when I sold my SXP. The buyer (well his bike shop) was impressed with the shipping and packaging. Get packing advice from Rat Rider! I shipped two boxes for around $60-$70 if I remember correctly. Door-to-door service too! I didn't have to go anywhere to drop it off!! Smiley

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Re: shipping a bike
Reply #4 - Jul 24^th, 2014, 10:33am

I have used Greyhound as well, but not for a trike. Greyhound has terminal to terminal service in most markets and even has door to door in some. It actually is a pretty cost effective way to ship a bike as long as the box meets their size requirements.

A trike might be a bit more difficult. Definitely will need to do some disassembly prior to shipping.

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testersbc rbent member Posts: 84	Re: shipping a bike Reply #5 - Jul 24^th, 2014, 8:26pm yeah I am waiting on a reply from the buyer before I disassemble any futher. looks like I am gonna have to completely strip it down to get it in the box.. looks at the link monkey wrangler sent me think I am gonna use those guys.
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