Intro:
Before you begin
Step 1:
Assess the task
Step 2:
Start the process
Step 3:
Remove the pedals
Step 4:
Remove the wheels
Step 5:
Drop it in the box
Step 6:
Arrange for shipping

If you can't find a bike box, make one out of large panels from another box found at a furniture or appliance store.

2torial #0579: Learn2 Ship a Bike (Continued) Start the process Pick a part, any part. Let's start with the handlebars, since that box seems just too narrow. Use the appropriately sized Allen wrench (on older bikes an adjustable wrench might be necessary) to loosen the handlebar stem that allows the bars to rotate left to right. Remove the handlebar stem from the frame-it may be necessary to loosen the headset (the two nuts on the top front opening of the frame). After removal, turn the handlebars parallel to the frame, wrap the base in papers and attach with tape to the frame of the bike. Retighten the headset after removal. Next, take the seat post out (loosen by a quick-release or with a wrench), wrap it, and tape it to the side of the frame. This is also a good time to sacrifice an old tee-shirt for the derailleurs. Cut up the shirt and tie the pieces around the front and rear derailleurs, individually. Step 3