Brian, have you considered buying a few used road bikes in Germany and selling them back to a shop when your done? Though the Origamis look like a good urban commuter, they do not appear like something you'd want to do many miles on. You can also break down a road bike completely and have it re-assembled and dis-assembled at a bike shop. I tore one down for a friend; used shrink and bubble wrap and a duffle and he flew Southwest with it as checked luggage.