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ErikC

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Bowling Ball Express
« on: April 19, 2008, 02:26:40 PM »
How many have used BBE this year?  The BBE website says that if you want to ship it 1 to 6 days before your tourney date to use no longer than 3 day delivery.  But if I make a shipment on UPS for the box size and weight, ground takes 2 days (KC to Albuquerque).  Those who have used it, how many days did it take your stuff to get there or back?  Thanks.

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ThongPrincess

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Re: Bowling Ball Express
« Reply #1 on: April 19, 2008, 10:35:29 PM »
I shipped from SoCal to Alb.  I dropped off the case Tuesday before the pick up time and it was scheduled to arrive Thursday.  I didn't get there until Monday and everything was there.

For the return trip, I packed everything up Thursday early afternoon and my case arrived at my home Monday.  With no Sunday delivery, I assume it was a 3 day travel.  I did not pay any extra, just the regular shipping rate.
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Re: Bowling Ball Express
« Reply #2 on: April 20, 2008, 01:21:27 PM »
Shipped from GA, 4 days there and 4 days back. Guys working BBE were very helpful with packing and unpacking. Will continue to use each year, especially with new baggage policies being implemented by the airlines.
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Re: Bowling Ball Express
« Reply #3 on: April 20, 2008, 02:08:38 PM »
Not knowing what BBE charges, but if you work with a company that uses FEDEX/UPS to ship packages. You might see if you can ship it to and from your work. The rates might be a little less. Last year I was in Indiana and shipped them back to Seattle through my work going 2-day and it cost me a little over $28 and this was for a 4ball tote.
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ThongPrincess

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Re: Bowling Ball Express
« Reply #4 on: April 20, 2008, 02:55:25 PM »
2 2ball totes and 4 balls cost $49 going and $46 coming.  I changed one of the balls and didn't include the carrying straps on the way back which may have accounted for the slightly lower charge.

It was definitely nice not having to lug all the bowling equipment through the airport.  I had one ball with me, the shoes and accessory bag in a Storm roller that looks like a suitcase.

Next year Vegas and the following in Reno, I'll probably drive, but Orlando I'll be shipping equipment again.
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ErikC

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Re: Bowling Ball Express
« Reply #5 on: April 20, 2008, 03:30:24 PM »
Thanks for the info.  Shipping there isn't bad for me, but my PBA Experience starts on Monday and I wont be able to ship back from ABQ until Thursday.  Almost ready to go, leave in 2 weeks.

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