Local beer swap-o-rama!

[blizzard]

Moar photos!

 

[DrPhunk]

I love the idea of rotating the criteria each time! It's personally easier for me to get quality beers in bombers but at $8-12 a piece it was a little over my budget to buy 9 of them for this swap. But I would love to do a smaller 3-5 bomber trade/swap some time soon!

 

[DrPhunk]

sorry for the double post, I let theMan know yesterday that I have not shipped yet, it's going out on Wed though. Had some work stuff come up over the last week. I'm looking forward to my recipient opening it up!!

 

[tflew]

this looks awesome Im looking to get in on the next one

 

[bigmike99]

For this of us remaining I wonder if we can get an idea of when to expect our goodies? I feel like an old dog waiting by the window for its owner to come home....lol

 

[TheMan]

We should see 5 sets of beer hauls today! Maybe just four though... If I have not pmed you letting you know when to expect it...then check your doorsteps! One was even delivered at 8 a.m. this morning...

 

[427Cobra]

Nice!!! Someone should have gotten a package yesterday. Still waiting for confirmation from the recipient.

 

[DrPhunk]

Came home from a long ass night at work to a heavy package from PA in my foyer!! I've got a few things to take care of before I open it up but I'll be posting some pictures soon! The suspense is gonna kill me but if I crack into it now I won't get anything else done!

 

[LovesIPA]

Got mine last night just as my tournament was starting. I couldn't wait to open it but I couldn't. It was the first thing I did this morning though!

Thank you for showing me the right way to package beer for shipment also.

 

[DrPhunk]

Finally got mine opened up! Pretty extreme packaging for cans, but they definitely all made it unscathed nestar:

The only one I have seen before is Ozzy and that was just from a friend on untappd because it stuck out as being an awesome can. I look forward to finding out more about them while I drink them

 

[coldcrash]

Finally got mine opened up! Pretty extreme packaging for cans, but they definitely all made it unscathed nestar:

The only one I have seen before is Ozzy and that was just from a friend on untappd because it stuck out as being an awesome can. I look forward to finding out more about them while I drink them

Glad they all made it there in good shape. Yeah I'm not afraid of a little extra bubble wrap. No idea how that box is being handled from the time I let go until it hits your doorstep.

Hope you enjoy them. Cheers!

 

[427Cobra]

Also glad they all made it LovesIPA. Now I can relax and wait for mine! I meant to include a note with a little tidbit on each brew but forgot to pack it. My two favorites in this shipment for IPA's are Fat Heads Head Hunter and Lavery Dulachan. Look forward to hearing how you like them! Cheers.

 

[dotJerdot]

The brown from Half Acre, WOW! That's one hell of a good beer. I kind of wish I wasn't heading to VT this week/weekend so I could enjoy more of these.

 

[TheMan]

The brown from Half Acre, WOW! That's one hell of a good beer. I kind of wish I wasn't heading to VT this week/weekend so I could enjoy more of these.

Wait till you get to the daisy cutter...

 

[427Cobra]

Direct hit! Thanks a ton LovesIPA! Cannot wait to try some of these.

Busting your b's a little but I was a little shocked that everything made it in one piece!

All bombers too!

 

[LovesIPA]

Direct hit! Thanks a ton LovesIPA! Cannot wait to try some of these.

Busting your b's a little but I was a little shocked that everything made it in one piece!

Yeah... that's what I meant when I said I got a lesson in how to pack beer! When I opened yours I realized that I should have done a better job packing. I was already prepared to send out a couple replacements.

Glad it got there! The Track 7 IPA is one of my favorites.

 

[bigmike99]

There may be more lessons to be had. Apparently mine was 'damaged' by FedEx and was supposed to be delivered today but is in lingo. First time shipping anything like this quantity and I'm thinking the box was kind of tight but everything was shrink wrapped 2x around or more and then another layer or wrap and the a couple sixer boxes on top and bottom.

Anyone ever deal with a exemption from FedEx? I'll make it right either way but I'm so po'd that it didn't get to someone who really deserves it today.

 

[427Cobra]

Yeah... that's what I meant when I said I got a lesson in how to pack beer! When I opened yours I realized that I should have done a better job packing. I was already prepared to send out a couple replacements.

Glad it got there! The Track 7 IPA is one of my favorites.

Ha! Well at least you can enjoy the extras. Thanks again. Will let you know when I get to sample them.

 

[TheMan]

There may be more lessons to be had. Apparently mine was 'damaged' by FedEx and was supposed to be delivered today but is in lingo. First time shipping anything like this quantity and I'm thinking the box was kind of tight but everything was shrink wrapped 2x around or more and then another layer or wrap and the a couple sixer boxes on top and bottom.

Anyone ever deal with a exemption from FedEx? I'll make it right either way but I'm so po'd that it didn't get to someone who really deserves it today.

They will update it eventually....they will either still deliver it, ship it back to you, or worst case...discard the box. Lets hope for the best!

 

[coldcrash]

Thought I'd throw this link on here in case anyone finds it helpful. Pretty good tips for packaging beers for trade.

http://alewatcher.blogspot.com/2010/11/new-trader-tips.html?m=1#Packaging

Also, I think this one may have been posted earlier in the thread.

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f51/tutorial-shipping-beer-93042/

I guess the most important part is making sure none of the bottles have a chance of touching any other bottles or touching the box, and that its packed so nothing can shift.

 

[bigmike99]

I read up on some threads here and ship frequently (not beer). Think the prob may have been box size. I didn't want to go too big with almost 24 lbs worth of goodies so the one I used was just right. Also I bought the ziplock bags to put them in but ended up forgetting that step. Szit

 

[ZamaMan]

Just got my package from jaydog!!! The beer looks fantastic and the descriptions he gave for each beer are awesome thanks for including it. I can't wait to try them but will probably have to post pics tomorrow night since I got a late meeting and presentation to prepare.

Also your packaging was awesome as well =]

 

[jaydog2314]

Just got my package from jaydog!!! The beer looks fantastic and the descriptions he gave for each beer are awesome thanks for including it. I can't wait to try them but will probably have to post pics tomorrow night since I got a late meeting and presentation to prepare for than have to run to a freaking sleep clinic overnight to see if I have sleep apneia.

Also your packaging was awesome as well =]

Sweet glad it's in safe hands now. Enjoy!!

 

[InityBrew]

This is great. Count me in for the next round.

 

[jglazer]

Agreed, I would love to be part of the next round as well ipe:

 

[TheMan]

Keep an eye on the thread, ill announce before I create the next one. That way everyone knows to keep an eye out. It will be first come first serve for joining. We will have more people next time though, so joining should be easier.

 

[jaydog2314]

Need more beer haul pictures!!!

 

[TheMan]

Need more beer haul pictures!!!

I think almost all are up that have been delivered. Two are in limbo due to shipping damage. One will be delivered Saturday. And I think that's it.

 

[InityBrew]

I am definitely in on round 2!

 

[coldcrash]

Hey .Jer.

I would love to get my hands on some NEBC goodies.

If you're interested in a trade, let me know!