help for shiping fee frome the usa.

Post by **joco** » Mon Feb 16, 2009 12:34 pm

hi all.

i am looking for stuff in USA..but dont want to get rip by those shiping fee etc.

how you guys get your'' usa'' stuff.???

usely get my stuff local but those stuff cant be locate localy.

any tips or connexion etc.

joco

Post by **Todd B.** » Mon Feb 16, 2009 12:49 pm

Joco,

The whole UPS thing is a consumer rip off. Have your order shipped using US Postal Service if the company you're dealing with provides it as an option. The shipping fees are somewhat lower than UPS, but you won't get hit with the big brokerage fee that you unexpectantly find added to your bill when you receive your package.

If they won't ship via USPS I would look for another company that will.

Another option that I've heard is that you can have packages shipped to the UPS store in Ogdensburg, where you can pick it up (for a fee). You'd have to look into this option as it's only something I've heard through the grapevine.

Cheers,
Todd

Post by **plncrzy** » Mon Feb 16, 2009 12:51 pm

when you order from the USA... you have to get it via USPS... courier service charges a crazy brokerage fee.

OR

you can have the item shipped to a UPS store in Ogdensburg and you have to drive there to pick it up... The ups store ussually charges $5.00 for handling the item.

Post by **Wall-I-Guy** » Mon Feb 16, 2009 1:47 pm

Definitely use USPS hands down.

The one thing to consider, ask them about USPS (air) vs USPS (ground) sometimes the difference is minimal and worth a few extra bucks to get it here faster.

I have had far too many parcels sent this way like, I just recieved a meat grinder through the USPS ground service, no problems at all.

Post by **joco** » Mon Feb 16, 2009 3:33 pm

thanks all.

i want to orde some spearfishing stuff..

so might kind off heavy.,,mabe 2 or 3 pound.

and long up to 6 feet long.

i have rip before before.by ups.big time..no more.

usps are ok..but still have to pay tax at the border witch is ok.

thanks again.

joco

Post by **Todd B.** » Mon Feb 16, 2009 3:44 pm

Well there's always the possibility of having to pay tax/duty, but at least you don't get whacked with that $30+ brokerage fee!

Post by **rodbreaker** » Tue Feb 17, 2009 5:09 pm

I have alot of experience with ordering from the u.s.First off,if the item is 20.00 or less in value,there is no duty.You can order via UPS...as long as you opt for the expedited service(usually around 40 bucks)if you go with any other ups service,you WILL get burned.So...if your buying something expensive and large..go with the expedited from ups.You still have to pay duty on some items but there will be no suprises in brokerage fees.
Best to stick with USPS,but be prepared to wait!!I have waited 2 and a half months for items to arrive that way.Funny thing is items coming from china only take 10 days?

Post by **joco** » Tue Feb 17, 2009 7:54 pm

will try to find a way.

or try to find somebody that stay on that side or hesle.

i dont care paying some tips.

joco

Post by **Billy Bones** » Wed Feb 18, 2009 8:35 am

Hey Joco

I just got two Cannon Mini-Mag downriggers from the USA. Cost of shipping via US Postal Service was $62.00. They arrived in perfect condition and had to pay $ 36.00 in taxes. My advice is US Postal Service. They can carry larger percels and no rip off on brokerage fees. If you can get the shipper to mark your item as a gift, you might even save on the taxes, if below $ 100.00. If your item is made in the USA, NAFTA comes into play and there is no duty. Have your shipper send you the customs declaration number and you can track it via Canada Post. The riggers arrived in one and a half weeks.

Hope this helps.

Joco, spearfishing stuff might not be able to ship via international postal service. Check the postal regs before ordering.

Billy Bones

Post by **Troller** » Wed Feb 18, 2009 9:30 am

Hello Joco, I have not imported that much personally from the US. When I have, I have had good luck with the US postal service. I used the premium service for tracking reasons. If you need help give my customs broker a call for advice.
The number is 613-925-4271 they are located Johnstown at the bridge to Ogdensburg NY. This is their business. They have helped some of my friends with other questions.

Dave

Post by **john c** » Sun Feb 22, 2009 12:49 pm

whenever i ship from the states i ship to ups in ogdensburg. they charge a 5 holding fee, bridge fee 3 each way and only about 45 min from ottawa
closer then most fishing spots.

Post by **Bondo** » Mon Feb 23, 2009 11:30 pm

Joco, this is the place in Ogdensburg NY. It is called the Corporate Center. 5 bucks to have things shipped there. Just register with them and they will give you a client number.
http://www.corp-center.com/index.php

Post by **bardern** » Tue Feb 24, 2009 8:19 am

Bondo wrote:Joco, this is the place in Ogdensburg NY. It is called the Corporate Center. 5 bucks to have things shipped there. Just register with them and they will give you a client number.
http://www.corp-center.com/index.php

this is just the ticket! thanks for the link Bondo!!!!!!!

Post by **HereMyGo** » Tue Feb 24, 2009 8:22 am

bardern wrote:
Bondo wrote:Joco, this is the place in Ogdensburg NY. It is called the Corporate Center. 5 bucks to have things shipped there. Just register with them and they will give you a client number.
http://www.corp-center.com/index.php
this is just the ticket! thanks for the link Bondo!!!!!!!

Bondo you've used this place before?

It's a smart idea for sure on their part I'm just wondering how your dealings with them in the past were?

Post by **Jimmy_1** » Tue Feb 24, 2009 8:23 am

I have my stuff shipped to my brothers in New Jersey.

He comes up to visit his kids 1-2 a month. He opens the packaging and so it doesn't look like any goods.

I save a BUNDLE.

Got my downriggers coming soon!

J