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Standard 10" Hard Case (edge pull style)

   
Flip out handle and 2 wheels on the narrow side.

 10" Standard Hard Case

This case provides the best protection for airline use and since it pulled by it's narrow side, it's very maneuverable in tight places.. This is the case to choose if you have a place to store the case once you reach your destination. It has a silver-gray high density polyethylene shell, two locking latches, heavy duty recessed ball bearing wheels and a flip out handle for easy pulling or pushing. For maximum protection we recommend that up to 4 compression members be used with this case. Case dimensions are 26" x 26" x 10"  (click here for a dimensioned drawing of the case interior) which meets the typical airline standard maximum size limit of 62" combined (length + width + thickness). 
Made in the USA

The standard case has an improved wheel configuration that greatly improves stability when being pulled. Our old style case was more stable when being pushed rather than being pulled.  To convert an older push style case to a pull style case, click here. 

 12" and 14" Standard Hard Cases (OVERSIZE)


This photo compares our 10" hard case to the 12" and 14" oversize versions. 

Our standard hard case is also available in both 12" and 14" oversize versions but they do not meet airline size requirements.  These cases are designed to accommodate bicycles (typically tandems or recumbents) that won't fit in a 10" case. For tandems that won't fit in a single 10" case, we normally  recommend two 10" cases instead of using an oversize case. That way, the extra space in each case can be used for miscellaneous items and clothing and since there are normally 2 people traveling with a tandem,  you won't get charged for an oversize case. Since many airlines add a fee for cases that weigh over 50 pounds, be especially careful to check the weight of an oversize case before you get to the airport since it's very easy to exceed the weight limit. 
Made in the USA


Deluxe Hard Case (side pull)

  
Telescopic pull handle and 4 wheels along the long edge

10" Deluxe Hard Case

This case is the same basic construction methods and functionality as our standard hard case and the inside dimensions are the same as the 10" case. It has 4 wheels located on the wide edge of the case so it's very stable when being pulled.  We also added a telescopic pull handle. The ribs on one face were added to protect the center section that houses the pull handle. Although the basic case is 26"x26"x10", the ribs add another inch to the 10" height of the case.  Technically this case is oversize however some airlines ignore feet and ribs when measuring so they accept it without charging for oversize. The same 10 inch compression members that are used with our standard case work with this case.
Made in the USA

12" Deluxe Hard Case (OVERSIZE)

Our deluxe hard case is also available in a 12" oversize version but it does not meet airline size requirements.  This case is designed to accommodate bicycles (typically tandems or recumbents) that won't fit in our 10" case. For tandems that won't fit in a single 10" case, we normally  recommend two 10" cases instead of using an oversize case. That way, the extra space in each case can be used for miscellaneous items and clothing and since there are normally 2 people traveling with a tandem,  you won't get charged for an oversize case. Since many airlines add a fee for cases that weigh over 50 pounds, be especially careful to check the weight of an oversize case before you get to the airport since it's very easy to exceed the weight limit.
Made in the USA


All of our cases are small enough to fit in the front seat of a compact truck.


Some trailer options offered by others


S and S suitcase and Bob trailer combination. Available at: Tandems East


An Around the World test of the Bilenky's trailer/suitcase is complete and now this marvel is in production. Thanks and congratulations go out to David & Kiki of merry old England for all their help in the testing of the Bilenky one wheeled wonder.



The Turtle Tow by Bilenky Cycle Works

Description provided by Bilenky Cycle Works:

The turtle tow is single 16" wheel trailer custom fabricated to be used in conjunction with an S & S hard case; the chassis can be removed from the case and are packable into the case with most of a coupler single bike. (you will need some type of collapsible soft pack or wheel bag for your bike's rear wheel.
The design features: 4130 tubing, ball bearing headset, and internal tubular bracing, external anodized aluminum edging for the hard case - distinguishing this from currently available standard one-wheel trailer modifications. Our new lower pricing for the trailer unit is $395; $675 complete with hard case. 

Please contact Bilenky Cycle Works to purchase this item.


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