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CasaDooley 03-04-2010 11:33 AM

How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
There seems to be a lot of negative feelings towards the USPS in this thread:http://http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=29306

I have a question for those that do not like nor use USPS; How do you send a (cigar) bomb out? Is there a cheaper/better way to go that you use? Also, how do you send your packages to the troops and would you be willing to spend more for shipping to get you "special" packages from over seas via UPS, FedEx or DHL?
Thanks for your replies.:ss

Razorhog 03-04-2010 11:38 AM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Good question. I drove by both a fedex and ups drop off box this morning and wondered the same thing. UPS or Fedex might have some sort of online shipping like USPS's click 'n ship, but actually have a tracking number that is worth a crap.

14holestogie 03-04-2010 11:38 AM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Let me say that I use USPS almost exclusively and the lack of Saturday delivery won't change that.

If I had to choose from the rest as an alternate, I'd go UPS for a couple of reasons. Never had an issue with them and by shipping from work, I get about a 30% discount on posted rates. :)

aich75013 03-04-2010 12:13 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
I haven't had any issues with USPS. I don't ship much though. Mostly what I have shipped has been for CA. Better tracking would be nice, but the current method works ok.

Mugen910 03-04-2010 12:14 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
+1 USPS
Print online and save a few cents..

Smokin Gator 03-04-2010 12:17 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
I use USPS exclusively and will continue to do so. The don't provide "tracking." It is delivery confirmation and works for that. Doesn't bother me in the least!!

Footbag 03-04-2010 01:04 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
I still use USPS. Even though they only offer DC, not tracking, the package still arrives faster.

Otherwise, UPS ground.

ucla695 03-04-2010 01:09 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
I always use USPS. The automated kiosks are great - hardly ever a line, easy to use and I get a confirmation number. Gotta like the Priority boxes too...perfect for cigars. :)

CigarNut 03-04-2010 01:11 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
I have been using the USPS for all my shipping recently and it is very convenient -- particularly the after-hours drop-off, which UPS and FedEx do not offer me.

Volt 03-04-2010 01:18 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
USPS and only use priority any more when it is a box split or trade. For a bomb - 1st class is just fine. It's going to get to most people in the same amount of time anyway. I asked the question on the DC# bit way back in a another time and site. Still not sure why folks get all wrapped around it. It's not for tracking and really doesn't prove a box of cigars were shipped. Only that a label was purchased....

Skywalker 03-04-2010 01:19 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Hand delivered in person is alway the best!!!:D

bobarian 03-04-2010 01:46 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Razorhog (Post 781758)
Good question. I drove by both a fedex and ups drop off box this morning and wondered the same thing. UPS or Fedex might have some sort of online shipping like USPS's click 'n ship, but actually have a tracking number that is worth a crap.

Please try to use complete sentences, you are very difficult to understand. If you are saying that the USPS DELIVERY CONFIRMATION NUMBER is not good for tracking, then you are correct. Because its not a TRACKING NUMBER! :rolleyes:

NCRadioMan 03-04-2010 04:03 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
With the millions of packages and letters the USPS handles everyday, I think they do pretty dang good job.

I also agree with Darrell, hand deliveries rule! :tu

Mugen910 03-04-2010 04:10 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by NCRadioMan (Post 782031)
With the millions of packages and letters the USPS handles everyday, I think they do pretty dang good job.

I also agree with Darrell, hand deliveries rule! :tu

Hand deliveries suck! I prefer the "you touched the cigar...it's yours now!" :r

The Poet 03-04-2010 04:11 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
The first, and most important step, is to make sure you have my address correct. :ss

T.G 03-04-2010 04:13 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by CasaDooley (Post 781755)
Also, how do you send your packages to the troops

You don't really have a choice there. It's pretty much USPS or not at all. FedEx, UPS and DHL will only deliver to physical street adresses.

Razorhog 03-04-2010 04:16 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by bobarian (Post 781883)
Please try to use complete sentences, you are very difficult to understand. If you are saying that the USPS DELIVERY CONFIRMATION NUMBER is not good for tracking, then you are correct. Because its not a TRACKING NUMBER! :rolleyes:

LOL, no joke! I just read that and shook my head... Must have been a lack of caffeine at the time!
Even with the lack of tracking, I still use the USPS. The Click 'N Ship is very convenient.

NCRadioMan 03-04-2010 04:20 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Mugen910 (Post 782038)
I prefer the "you touched the cigar...it's yours now!" :r

Well, that is the rule brudda. :r

68TriShield 03-04-2010 04:23 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
I use USPS Priority exclusively.

CasaDooley 03-04-2010 05:12 PM

Re: How do you send your (cigar) Bombs?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by The Poet (Post 782039)
The first, and most important step, is to make sure you have my address correct. :ss

:r


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