In my experience I'd have to agree that US shipping charges are ridiculous.
EG:
Anywhere from $300-$600 to ship a bicycle from the US to Aus.
Comparative rates: from Europe $80-$120, from Asia $50-$80 (fair enough its closer), Africa $100-$150
I get the same across the board on all items.
My FinishLine purchases cost me more in postage charges than the sum total of the parts.
