Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail

papajohn67 · 12-21-2009, 06:10 PM

Out went the package Priority Mail last Tuesday, Washington State to Texas. Makes me feel all warm & fuzzy to check the DC and continue to see that the Post Office accepted my package on the Dec. 15th.........and?

When are they ever going to offer a real tracking system?

Fishbeadtwo · 12-21-2009, 06:17 PM

USPS equals unusually slow package service

markem · 12-21-2009, 06:22 PM

Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated.

I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well.

pnoon · 12-21-2009, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated.

I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well.

Which is why I pay my postage online and get the DC for free - cuz it ain't worth

.

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

markem · 12-21-2009, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

When people are willing to pay for it. Don't think that is going to happen any time soon.

Kreth · 12-21-2009, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

Maybe after they figure out how to charge postage for e-mail? I don't see them adding services anytime soon.
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JaKaacH · 12-21-2009, 06:50 PM

Seems like some branches track better than others.
Seven different entries on the progress of this package sent out last Friday.

http://trkcnfrm1.smi.usps.com/PTSInt...00000024251823

wayner123 · 12-21-2009, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Which is why I pay my postage online and get the DC for free - cuz it ain't worth

.

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

They do provide tracking for a cost. Last time I checked, only USPS Express (their version of overnight service) is the only one with true tracking. The Express service is much more expensive. It also requires that you have the receiver to sign (you can opt out, but then you lose any insurance on it).

papajohn67 · 12-21-2009, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated.

I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well.

Your correct as to the DC shuffle but the same day I also sent a package to "stitch" and on the PO site using the DC# it showed La Conner, WA to Federal Way, Wa, to the PO in Eager, AZ & finally that it was delivered.

Life will go on & it will most likely show up but I'm losing what little Xmas spirit is left in me.

Fishbeadtwo · 12-21-2009, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by papajohn67

Your correct as to the DC shuffle but the same day I also sent a package to "stitch" and on the PO site using the DC# it showed La Conner, WA to Federal Way, Wa, to the PO in Eager, AZ & finally that it was delivered.

Life will go on & it will most likely show up but I'm losing what little Xmas spirit is left in me.

Buck up John! Just remember, Santa is watching.......YOU!!!!!

Secret Santa · 12-21-2009, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Fishbeadtwo

USPS equals unusually slow package service

Charlie, keep an eye out for the post man today.... could be making a delivery from the North Pole

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 10:05 PM

1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal.

Azpostal · 12-22-2009, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal.

Chris. · 12-22-2009, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal.

I have to agree with you. I pay $5.65 with delivery confirmation almost every time I mail cigars out. They usually arrive within 3 days as well! Not bad IMO. I pay for DC# for my peace of mind more than anyone else. This way, I know it was delivered.

RevSmoke · 12-22-2009, 03:05 PM

USPS - that means it is a government entity. What did you expect, service like provided in the public sector where real people have to offer a real product or they'll go find another product? Did you expect Fed Ex? UPS?

(sorry, momentary rant there)

drob · 12-22-2009, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

USPS - that means it is a government entity. What did you expect, service like provided in the public sector where real people have to offer a real product or they'll go find another product? Did you expect Fed Ex? UPS?

(sorry, momentary rant there)

Totally uncalled for. If you have such a problem with the gov't, why don't you find another one.

stevieray · 12-22-2009, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

USPS - that means it is a government entity. What did you expect, service like provided in the public sector where real people have to offer a real product or they'll go find another product? Did you expect Fed Ex? UPS?

(sorry, momentary rant there)

I guess Postal employees aren't real people.

ucla695 · 12-22-2009, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by strider

While I wouldn't say better I have found usps priority to usually be very prompt at a great price point. I also have no complaints.

Me too!

bobarian · 12-22-2009, 07:09 PM

I've had very good service from USPS this season. One day delivery in the same zone. Several packages sent Coast to Coast in 3 days.

Have had some bad luck this year as well. One pass with several hundred dollars in CC's lost and another package lost as well.

But overall those Postal workers are some of the hardest working people in the business. Cant imagine trying to deliver packages after last weekends blizzard.
Kudos to all the postal employees.

cigarlvr · 12-22-2009, 05:30 PM

I agree at this time of the year it has to be poor at best. I just got 2 boxes of tat tubes from NH to NJ and it took 6 days. When not in season they offer great service and can get packages in 2 days even from TX. I think at this time of the year you need to send UPS or Fed Ex they seem to be the only ones that dont have a slow down and work there employees to death to get stuff all over in the same time fashion no mater when.

12-21-2009, 06:10 PM	#1
papajohn67 Reprobate From The 101st Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 911 Trading: (62)	Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Out went the package Priority Mail last Tuesday, Washington State to Texas. Makes me feel all warm & fuzzy to check the DC and continue to see that the Post Office accepted my package on the Dec. 15th.........and? When are they ever going to offer a real tracking system?

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Fishbeadtwo Another nut j0b Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: Washington, the state Posts: 1,175 Trading: (9)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail USPS equals unusually slow package service __________________ This white coat is a little tight...?

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markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,647 Trading: (47)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated. I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

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JaKaacH ROCK Chalk JAYHAWK K U Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Living in the golden age of ignorance in power. Posts: 1,363 Trading: (32)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Seems like some branches track better than others. Seven different entries on the progress of this package sent out last Friday. http://trkcnfrm1.smi.usps.com/PTSInt...00000024251823 __________________ --Anger Management Graduate-- WHAT the F^#% you looking at???

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icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,782 Trading: (60)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail 1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

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RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,875 Trading: (51)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail USPS - that means it is a government entity. What did you expect, service like provided in the public sector where real people have to offer a real product or they'll go find another product? Did you expect Fed Ex? UPS? (sorry, momentary rant there) __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

12-22-2009, 07:09 PM	#19
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail I've had very good service from USPS this season. One day delivery in the same zone. Several packages sent Coast to Coast in 3 days. Have had some bad luck this year as well. One pass with several hundred dollars in CC's lost and another package lost as well. But overall those Postal workers are some of the hardest working people in the business. Cant imagine trying to deliver packages after last weekends blizzard. Kudos to all the postal employees.

12-22-2009, 05:30 PM	#20
cigarlvr Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 289 Trading: (11)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail I agree at this time of the year it has to be poor at best. I just got 2 boxes of tat tubes from NH to NJ and it took 6 days. When not in season they offer great service and can get packages in 2 days even from TX. I think at this time of the year you need to send UPS or Fed Ex they seem to be the only ones that dont have a slow down and work there employees to death to get stuff all over in the same time fashion no mater when.