What kind of bike are you looking at? I know a few triathletes and bike shops in the Nuremberg-Erlangen area (some 30-40km away), tell me a bit more of your intended set-up and I can see if someone can help you out...

Also, where are you flying into? Frankfurt, Munich, Nurenberg?

Cheers,


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I'm in Roth. What size of bike would you need? I might get you in contact with some LBS.
Or I could do you a favour (store your bike at my house) if you can do me a favour (send me a pm if interested).

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I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time like tears in rain.

Have you thought about the possibility to leave the bike at another sports guys place. Would only make sense to find someone living airport area. Maybe you can ask on triathlon-szene.de

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Awesome, thanks! I'm on a pretty stock 56cm 2012 Cervelo P2, so probably as similar to that as possible I guess. I could travel with my wheels, saddle, and helmet.

Flying into Frankfurt, but then out of Nuremberg so let's just pretend Nuremberg.

Not a bad idea, thanks.

Bavarian_Frank is your go-to man.

@Frank: do you know whether Radsport Buchstaller rents bikes? They carry Cervelo, so the OP could get exactly the same bike, minimizing fit issues.

If that doesn't work, ping me again.

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They don't do it officially but sometimes they have a few used bikes available or they borrow one from a local athlete ...

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I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time like tears in rain.

Hi there!

I signed up for Roth 2014 and I have the same plans you did (travel around after the race). What did you ended up do? Did you rent a bike or take yours? Can you tell me? I would like to rent the bike or leave it in Nuremberg (at the airport maybe). In case you rented, could you tell me from whom (the shop contact details)?

Appreciate your input!

Regards
Gui Moraes

Hello. I am also wondering what you decided to do with your bike for Roth. I am trying to plan my post-race travels too and any suggestions for storing bikes would be great! Thanks.

I bought a used Trico bike case to bring my bike with me. We were staying in a house and the owner let my friend store his bike there afterwards. I wasn't going home after returning to Nuremberg though so I shipped the case back home via FedEx, which in a case of corporate brilliance ended up costing me $0 - they quoted me X dollars to ship it, I shipped it, they called and following conversation ensues:

"Sir, it's actually X+350 dollars"
"no way, I'll pay what I was quoted"
"I'm sorry I cannot offer any discounts, your bill has been adjusted"
"I will pay what I was quoted, or else I'm taking the money back guarantee since you guys delivered 1 hour late"
"You would be entitled to that sir"
"Really though, I'd like to pay what we agreed on"
"I'm sorry sir I can't do that, but I can honor the money back guarantee"
"ok, I'll take all my money back..."

Anyway, not much specific advice here, but I'm sure you could figure out something where you stay or at a train station or airport for storage. Good luck, Roth was amazing!

I think the airport storage will work just fine (i am counting on that).
Anyway, good to know that things work out just fine and that Roth was amazing! I cannot wait to race there!
take care!

I wouldn't pay to leave my bike at the airport, if they even allow that. Luggage storage is always very pricey. Try the HI hostel in central Nuremberg?

Unless you are staying in Roth, you will need a vehicle for the race. I suggest renting a wagon (estate) and taking your bike with you on your travels. The upgrade to a wagon will be cheaper than storage.

Send an e-mail to TriBike Transport....if they get enough of us they will service this race and the problem is solved.

You are going to LOVE that race! I am psyched to return.

Do you have any inside tracks to decent air fares?

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+1. Holy crap airfare to Europe is expensive right now.

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Flew to Roth to race last year (from the US), and my bike was damaged beyond repair once I arrived in Germany. Was able to rent a bike from one of the vendors at the expo, and they did a great job setting me up on such short notice. Look up Laufrad Hannover, as they were the ones who supplied me with my bike. Getting a Blue Triad two days before the race was a nice help!

I am very interested in renting a tt bike for Roth challenge 2017. I am travelling from Australia for 1st time. I would need a 58cm bike . Can you help with this?

Hi Frank can you put me in touch with anyone who may loan or rent a 58cm tt bike for 2017 roth. ? Thanks in advance [reply][/reply]

I was there 2 years ago and rented a bike for 3-4 days to tour around, and watch the race. I rented a bike from 2 wheel Mueller. They are a local shop and they gave me a pump and repair kit as part of the rental as well. Might be worth reaching out to them.

Thanks I will check that out