Post by: KDawg77 on January 04, 2007, 12:35:15 AM
Thanks
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No, my name is not Prince and I'm not particularly funky.
Edited on 1/4/2007 9:34 AM
Post by: Goof1073 on January 04, 2007, 08:46:45 AM
However, I will utilize the service again this year as it's a heck of alot easier than trying to take them all with you.
Only piece of advice would be to pack the balls well (I utilize the ball pouches that come with Dynothane equipment, but a buff-a-ball would work too) and place them into tote bags which go into the overshipper. That way you don't have to even take the empty bags with you...just open up your box and get walking.
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-Chris: DJ's Pro Shop : Auburn, MA
Post by: Monster Stitch on January 04, 2007, 08:50:23 AM
I agree what Goof1073 said. Take a 4 ball box, put two, two ball totes and your
supplies in the box and tape the crap out of it. I'd say bring your shoes with you in your luggage just incase there is a delay in shipping.
Post by: Goof1073 on January 04, 2007, 08:57:03 AM
...don't ship your shoes or other personal gear with the balls.
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-Chris: DJ's Pro Shop : Auburn, MA
Post by: mumzie on January 04, 2007, 11:26:08 AM
TAKE YOUR MEASUREMENTS WITH YOU!!!
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Post by: bowl400 on January 04, 2007, 11:54:15 AM
Post by: rge on January 04, 2007, 12:11:15 PM
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Post by: KDawg77 on January 04, 2007, 12:29:45 PM
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No, my name is not Prince and I'm not particularly funky.
Post by: bass on January 04, 2007, 01:24:06 PM
Took like 5 days to get out there and the same on the way back.
Makes airline travel much easier.
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: bass on January 04, 2007, 01:24:06 PM
Took like 5 days to get out there and the same on the way back.
Makes airline travel much easier.
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: KDawg77 on February 06, 2007, 11:25:20 AM
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No, my name is not Prince and I'm not particularly funky.
http://www.myspace.com/lefthandedhammerpride
http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?mp=418&ms=2006&s=2006-2007
My dumbass 2004 Masters finish (tied for 292 with Gene Vincent):
http://www.pba.com/results/rrscores.asp?Year=&TournamentID=148&RoundID=2
Post by: 5BoardsShort on February 06, 2007, 11:28:05 AM
Post by: KDawg77 on February 06, 2007, 11:29:07 AM
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No, my name is not Prince and I'm not particularly funky.
http://www.myspace.com/lefthandedhammerpride
http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?mp=418&ms=2006&s=2006-2007
My dumbass 2004 Masters finish (tied for 292 with Gene Vincent):
http://www.pba.com/results/rrscores.asp?Year=&TournamentID=148&RoundID=2
Post by: KDawg77 on February 06, 2007, 11:39:34 AM
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No, my name is not Prince and I'm not particularly funky.
http://www.myspace.com/lefthandedhammerpride
http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?mp=418&ms=2006&s=2006-2007
My dumbass 2004 Masters finish (tied for 292 with Gene Vincent):
http://www.pba.com/results/rrscores.asp?Year=&TournamentID=148&RoundID=2
Post by: 9orbetter on February 06, 2007, 11:51:59 AM
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Post by: bass on February 06, 2007, 01:33:07 PM
Did you use the bowling ball express?
Or did you ship them to your hotel.
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: KDawg77 on February 06, 2007, 01:36:37 PM
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No, my name is not Prince and I'm not particularly funky.
http://www.myspace.com/lefthandedhammerpride
http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?mp=418&ms=2006&s=2006-2007
My dumbass 2004 Masters finish (tied for 292 with Gene Vincent):
http://www.pba.com/results/rrscores.asp?Year=&TournamentID=148&RoundID=2
Post by: bass on February 06, 2007, 01:54:04 PM
The cost was $51 one way.
Not the worst price in the world.
Figure it is better than letting the baggage handlers use them as throw toys.
LOL
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: Badger856 on February 06, 2007, 02:00:04 PM
Where in Wi and how many balls did you quote?
Post by: scotts33 on February 06, 2007, 02:09:46 PM
Good luck at State Mike. Hummmmm there big lefty!!!
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Scott
Post by: bass on February 07, 2007, 07:12:58 AM
Based it off of a 65lb. weight and the longest ground shipping.
I've packed 2 2 ball totes the last couple of Nationals.
Saves me the hassles during airline travel.
Scott33,
Probably just taking my 6 balls that I plan on taking to Nationals to State this year.
Might save me some headaches.
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: bowl868 on February 07, 2007, 09:38:05 AM
Post by: bass on February 07, 2007, 01:09:25 PM
Let me know how those shipping plans work out for you.
I'll be basically be doing the same exact thing about 4 weeks after you.
Also let me know how MSN airport was.
I'll be flying out of there it saved me around $70 per ticket compared to MKE,ATW or GRB.
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: rob_mil13 on February 07, 2007, 01:22:44 PM
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Post by: bass on February 07, 2007, 02:09:26 PM
too long of a drive.
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: rob_mil13 on February 07, 2007, 02:24:29 PM
Besides, I hear Nebraska and Wyoming are two of the most scenic states in the country.....you know, if you like hundreds of miles of nothing to look at......
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"I feel sorry for people that don't drink, when they wake up in the morning that's the best they're going to feel all day" - Frank Sinatra
Post by: bowl868 on February 08, 2007, 01:27:23 PM
Actually we are flying out of Midway on Southwest. Direct flights to Reno for $218, and friend owns a limo company, so he'll take us and pick us up for a decent rate.
Post by: bass on February 08, 2007, 02:21:05 PM
my group just couldn't pass up the deal we got thru travelocity.
casino and flight combo.
i get stuck doing the legwork.
no benny's.
but i'm use to it after dealing with bfi.
lol
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If it doesn't have DT or RG stamped on it.
Just leave it in the bag.
Post by: shipper50 on April 29, 2007, 08:55:09 AM
Shipper
Post by: al_g on April 29, 2007, 12:18:19 PM
As far as ball cleaners. I put mine in with the 2 balls I checked at the airline counter and had no problems. As far as I know that rule only applies to carry-on items.
As a note, you probably do not need to buy extra insurance through BBE. They will automatically insure up to $500 I believe - you might want to check on the exact amount BBE insures for. Myself and others in my group didn't know this and were charged more than we were expecting on the way out but the people at BBE were nice and refunded the extra money we'd paid for the "extra" insurance.
Post by: stone8 on May 01, 2007, 12:41:38 PM
al_g is correct, shipments are automatically insured for up to $500, anything with a declared value over $500 will be charged extra insurance. I believe the it costs $1 per every extra $100 insured.
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