Flight to Seoul

I accumulated a lot of mileage pay for stuff on behalf of my company on my CitibankPremierMiles Visa Credit Card. So I booked this trip way in advance with 45000 miles thru Delta's frequent flyer program. The only direct flight is on Korean Air, booking direct segments will help keep the tax and surcharge portions low. I paid S$25 for the redemption and another $70+ for passenger fees, taxes and other surcharges.

I called Korean Air in advance regarding my intention to bring along a bicycle. Korean Air mentioned that although I can only check in 23kg, but when it is a bicycle, 32kg is allowed. That said, only 1 check-in bag is permitted. 2nd check-in bag will cost US$100 per segment - US$200 in total.

After considering my options, I decided to go with just a backpack and as little things as possible. In between the bike's frame and the bag's base, there's some space, so I stuffed my shoes and biking clothes there. I also had a handlebar bag on my bike which consists of my pedals, pedal spanner, inner tube and some small tools. Bike bag weighed 23kg going to Seoul and 25kg coming back.

Another level to packing light, everyone from Korean Air was shocked that I did not have another bag.

I also had some torque and multitools in my hand-carry bag. As I packed my travelling bag into my bigger backpack in advance for the ride. So I had a multitool and was stopped at the security check in Singapore. They did not allow my multitool on board, but after telling them I really needed it, Changi security bought me to Korean air and without a second word, the crew popped my multi-tool in a paper envelope (hard like those used by courier companies) and checked it in.

I got the multitool back during baggage collection at Seoul. As it turned out, I needed it on day 4 to tighten the bolt after adjusting my handlebar position, so thanks to these helpful people!