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HOP Mad Doctor
13,925 posts
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
HOP Mad Doctor
13,925 posts
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted:
Right. So.
While I was in England, we came up with this idea. You see, there are certain things that you can get in some countries, but not in others. And that sucks if you happen to live in a country where you want a certain thing, but can't get it.
For example, I love Smarties. Can't get them in the U.S. BamBam loves black beans, but can't get them in the U.K.
Sooooooooooooooo...
Let's set up an exchange system. This thread will be a sort of "want-ad" thread where someone wanting a certain good from a certain country can post what they want and then can arrange with someone else (preferably by PM's so as to avoid cluttering this thread) to arrange a trade. For example, BamBam would send me a case of Smarties and I would send her a few pounds of dried black beans (or York Peppermint Patties or Twinkies or whatever else she might want).
There is ONE RULE: nothing illegal. Please show respect for Malcolm and for all of us and keep any illegal activities off the board.
As for the logistics, that is for you and your trade partner to figure out. For inexpensive trades (Smarties for York Peppermint Patties), you probably don't want to exchange money. However, for something expensive (like absinth) you probably want to arrange to send money to the person who's going to buy it unless you're sending them a lot of Vegemite.
Do people understand the basic idea?
(Oh, and about the legality of absinth: it's legal to possess in the U.S., but not to sell.)
Right. So.
While I was in England, we came up with this idea. You see, there are certain things that you can get in some countries, but not in others. And that sucks if you happen to live in a country where you want a certain thing, but can't get it.
For example, I love Smarties. Can't get them in the U.S. BamBam loves black beans, but can't get them in the U.K.
Sooooooooooooooo...
Let's set up an exchange system. This thread will be a sort of "want-ad" thread where someone wanting a certain good from a certain country can post what they want and then can arrange with someone else (preferably by PM's so as to avoid cluttering this thread) to arrange a trade. For example, BamBam would send me a case of Smarties and I would send her a few pounds of dried black beans (or York Peppermint Patties or Twinkies or whatever else she might want).
There is ONE RULE: nothing illegal. Please show respect for Malcolm and for all of us and keep any illegal activities off the board.
As for the logistics, that is for you and your trade partner to figure out. For inexpensive trades (Smarties for York Peppermint Patties), you probably don't want to exchange money. However, for something expensive (like absinth) you probably want to arrange to send money to the person who's going to buy it unless you're sending them a lot of Vegemite.
Do people understand the basic idea?
(Oh, and about the legality of absinth: it's legal to possess in the U.S., but not to sell.)
-Mike
Certified Mad Doctor and HoP High Priest of Nutella
A buckuht n a hooze! -Valura
member
165 posts
Location: Halifax, NS
165 posts
Location: Halifax, NS
Posted:
canada has all the good stuff...
smarties
absinthe ( if you know where to look )
i don't know what black beans are ( unless they are just black beans )
often said by people who visit
" dig the fuckin candy isle "
instead of smuggling everyone should come visit canada ..
oh and for the record in the USA
it is illegal to import absinthe.
canada has all the good stuff...
smarties
absinthe ( if you know where to look )
i don't know what black beans are ( unless they are just black beans )
often said by people who visit
" dig the fuckin candy isle "
instead of smuggling everyone should come visit canada ..
oh and for the record in the USA
it is illegal to import absinthe.
thats right i look like an albino ape that has had a bad day.. go ahead say something stupid... i dare ya !
member
1,591 posts
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada.
1,591 posts
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada.
Posted:
I want funky girl ceral, or ceral bars or any other funky girl products.
PS-Im not capable of paying for anything (or buying something for exchange with, and then paying for shipping) so this is like a want ad in advance or something.
I want funky girl ceral, or ceral bars or any other funky girl products.
PS-Im not capable of paying for anything (or buying something for exchange with, and then paying for shipping) so this is like a want ad in advance or something.
member
339 posts
Location: Central coast / Sydney, Australia
339 posts
Location: Central coast / Sydney, Australia
Posted:
aparently theres some peanut butter dip dunk stuff in america.. cant remember exactly what the details are, but when it was described to me, my mouth watered... ill get back to you. anyone have an idea??? mmmmm, peanut butter.
aparently theres some peanut butter dip dunk stuff in america.. cant remember exactly what the details are, but when it was described to me, my mouth watered... ill get back to you. anyone have an idea??? mmmmm, peanut butter.
Fire... A bushmans telly
old hand
725 posts
Location: Chester, UK
725 posts
Location: Chester, UK
Posted:
Vla is the greatest commodity going, but fortunately for me I already have a regular supply coming in. Yay!
mmmm vla......
Vla is the greatest commodity going, but fortunately for me I already have a regular supply coming in. Yay!
mmmm vla......
Spoiling Christmas for small children since 2003.
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Mistress of Pink...Multicoloured
6,140 posts
Location: Over There, United Kingdom
Mistress of Pink...Multicoloured
6,140 posts
Location: Over There, United Kingdom
Posted:
What a wonderful idea!
But i dont really know what other countries have that Uk don't. (Except Mikado chocolates but i have my own supply of those comming in!)
Alice
What a wonderful idea!
But i dont really know what other countries have that Uk don't. (Except Mikado chocolates but i have my own supply of those comming in!)
Alice
Never pick up a duck in a dungeon...
Monkey Wrangler
183 posts
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
183 posts
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
Posted:
I'm not sure the practicality of it, but I want Krispy Kreme donuts.
Also, ivan is right, just come to Canada.
I'm not sure the practicality of it, but I want Krispy Kreme donuts.
Also, ivan is right, just come to Canada.
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the henna lady
6,193 posts
Location: WNY, USA
the henna lady
6,193 posts
Location: WNY, USA
Posted:
NYC tried this years ago with T-shirts we didn't want too...like a clothing exchange so that we can all wear each other's funky threads (and we discussed signing them, so you would know the origination). Might be fun to revive that in this thread as well.
On Absinthe...Mike, it is illegal to import absinthe without paying a duty on it however. And in some states, possession of it is illegal. People need to really be careful with the whole alcohol-legalities thing, so I would rather just leave that off the list please.
Other than that....have at!
Reminder: All personal shipping details need to be shared in a secure manner, not directly on the board.
[ 03. March 2003, 10:59: Message edited by: Pele ]
NYC tried this years ago with T-shirts we didn't want too...like a clothing exchange so that we can all wear each other's funky threads (and we discussed signing them, so you would know the origination). Might be fun to revive that in this thread as well.
On Absinthe...Mike, it is illegal to import absinthe without paying a duty on it however. And in some states, possession of it is illegal. People need to really be careful with the whole alcohol-legalities thing, so I would rather just leave that off the list please.
Other than that....have at!
Reminder: All personal shipping details need to be shared in a secure manner, not directly on the board.
[ 03. March 2003, 10:59: Message edited by: Pele ]
Pele
Higher, higher burning fire...making music like a choir
"Oooh look! A pub!" -exclaimed after recovering from a stupid fall
"And for the decadence of art, nothing beats a roaring fire." -TMK
HoP Mechanical Engineer
729 posts
Location: OK, USA
729 posts
Location: OK, USA
Posted:
Just a little FYI for my friends... I work at a company called Amurol Confections as an intern. It is a sub-company of Wrigley. Essentially, I am the gum guy! Bubble Tape is our main product, but we also deal in hard candy, multiple other types of gum, squeeze pops (deliciously decadent) and other novelties. Wrigley Products only, but I am able to get them at a very reasonable price when I don't just get em for free, so if anyone likes American gum chances are I can get it.
As for myself, I am addicted to Transformers. The more complex, the better. However, the best stuff is in Japan right now... can anyone hook a brother up?
Just a little FYI for my friends... I work at a company called Amurol Confections as an intern. It is a sub-company of Wrigley. Essentially, I am the gum guy! Bubble Tape is our main product, but we also deal in hard candy, multiple other types of gum, squeeze pops (deliciously decadent) and other novelties. Wrigley Products only, but I am able to get them at a very reasonable price when I don't just get em for free, so if anyone likes American gum chances are I can get it.
As for myself, I am addicted to Transformers. The more complex, the better. However, the best stuff is in Japan right now... can anyone hook a brother up?
What hits the fan is not evenly distributed.
NYC
9,232 posts
Location: NYC, NY, USA
9,232 posts
Location: NYC, NY, USA
Posted:
Wasn't me who started it Pele. I forget who it was but it never did happen.
Wasn't me who started it Pele. I forget who it was but it never did happen.
Well, shall we go?
Yes, let's go.
[They do not move.]
member
517 posts
Location: Sheffield, England
517 posts
Location: Sheffield, England
Posted:
Anyone like drum & bass in the US?
There is a US D&B producer in the called Hive
I love his stuff but can't find it in the uk. However, I can get plenty of excellent UK d&b so I'd like to do some kind of swap? I'm really after an unmixed cd of his most driving, dancable tunes (an album or whatever) but vinyl is fine too.
JoDerry@another.com
Anyone like drum & bass in the US?
There is a US D&B producer in the called Hive
I love his stuff but can't find it in the uk. However, I can get plenty of excellent UK d&b so I'd like to do some kind of swap? I'm really after an unmixed cd of his most driving, dancable tunes (an album or whatever) but vinyl is fine too.
JoDerry@another.com
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HOP Mad Doctor
13,925 posts
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
HOP Mad Doctor
13,925 posts
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted:
Is that why Spiral handed me my T-shirt in person?
Is that why Spiral handed me my T-shirt in person?
-Mike
Certified Mad Doctor and HoP High Priest of Nutella
A buckuht n a hooze! -Valura
member
382 posts
Location: Southampton
382 posts
Location: Southampton
Posted:
Apart from that he's been doing a few tunes for a number of EP's,look out for the damaging new Sector 4 EP on Advanced recordings.
Hope that helps Jo, give me a PM if you need any dnb related info.
quote:If you want any Hive tunes on vinyl visit www.chemicalrecords.co.uk or www.redeyerecords.co.uk and there's plenty there. I recommend getting his newest with Keaton called 'The Plague' (flipside is the resolution) it's on Renegade Hardware and it's a really flithy little number, right up your street if you were a fan of Surreal Killer!
Originally posted by Jo:
Anyone like drum & bass in the US?
There is a US D&B producer in the called Hive
I love his stuff but can't find it in the uk. However, I can get plenty of excellent UK d&b so I'd like to do some kind of swap? I'm really after an unmixed cd of his most driving, dancable tunes (an album or whatever) but vinyl is fine too.
JoDerry@another.com
Apart from that he's been doing a few tunes for a number of EP's,look out for the damaging new Sector 4 EP on Advanced recordings.
Hope that helps Jo, give me a PM if you need any dnb related info.
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