Hi Everyone,
I am thinking of doing another group order from Kensfish. Their website is:
http://www.kensfish.com/
All orders over $75 gets free shipping. I am thinking of going down to Ogdensburg, NY to pick it up sometime late July or early August. According to the last order, here's a list of additional cost:
- gas money is around $20 so we could split the cost.
- shipping is free at this point since we are above $75.
- HST of 13% on the entire at the border.
- receivership fee of $5 per box of item. I will calculate the amount for each person based on how much and what type of item(s) each of us orders. I'll try to be as fair as possible :)
Here's what we have so far:
FishBuddy:
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-food-feeders/kens-premium-krill-pellet-40-mm.html
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-food-feeders/kens-premium-spirulina-sticks.html
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-filters/ati-hydro-sponge-filter-3.html
lucius:
1. 1 x Eheim Skim 350 Surface Skimmer
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-filters/eheim-skim-350.html
2. 3 x Seachem Flourish Tabs (40 Count)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/seachem-flourish-plant-tabs.html
3. 1 x Seachem Flourish Excel (4 Litre)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/seachem-flourish-excel.html
4. 1 x Sechem Flourish (2 Litre)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/seachem-flourish.html
5. 8 x 20 Water Tight Bags 3 Mil Thick (100 Count)
http://www.kensfish.com/shipping-supplies/820-water-tight-bags-3mil-thick.html
6. Current Satellite Freshwater LED 24-36 Inch (One)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-lighting/current-satellite-freshwater-led-24-36-inch.html
tigger:
API PH Test kit (1x - $3.49)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/test-kits/api-ph-test-kit.html
API GH & KH Test kit (1x - $5.49)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/test-kits/api-gh-kh-test-kit.html
Marina Hang On Breeding Box Medium (1x - $5.95)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-breeding-supplies/marina-hang-on-breeding-box-medium.html
Marina Floating 3 in 1 Breeding Trap (1x - $3.95)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-breeding-supplies/marina-floating-3-in-1-breeding-trap.html
JW 3 inch Brine Shrimp Net (1x - $0.99)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-fish-nets/jw-3inch-brine-shrimp-net.html
ATI Hydro Sponge Filter #3 (1x - $6)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-filters/ati-hydro-sponge-filter-3.html
Deep Blue Air Control Kit (1x - $1.45)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/air-supplies/deep-blue-air-control-kit.html
Whisper 20 Air Pump (1x - $7.55)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/air-pumps/whisper-20-air-pump.html
Whisper 40 Air Pump (1x - $9.55)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/air-pumps/whisper-40-air-pump.html
Golden Pearls 5-50 Microns (1x 0.5lb - $9.95)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-food-feeders/golden-pearls-5-50-microns.html
8 x 20 Water Tight Bags 2 Mil Thick (100 count - $7)
http://www.kensfish.com/shipping-supplies/820-water-tight-bags-2mil-thick.html
daworldisblack:
1 x http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-lighting/current-satellite-plus-freshwater-led-24-36-inch.html
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-filters/ati-filter-max-1.html x 1
2 x Deep Blue BioMaxx Nano Filter AEDB88700 $15.90
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-filters/deep-blue-biomaxx-nano-filter.html
1 x Deep Blue SolarFlare Gooseneck LED 6700K AADB42892 $12.95
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-lighting/deep-blue-solarflar-micro-suction-mount-goosneck-led-6700k-daylight.html
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/fluval-plant-stratum.html x 1(16.7lbs)
newhobby
1) http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-food-feeders/kens-premium-sinking-pellets-oxytetracycline-25mm.html (2lbs)
2) http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/fish-food-feeders/kens-premium-floating-cichlid-pellets-35-mm.html (2lbs)
3) http://www.kensfish.com/parts-fittings/eheim-suction-cup-4pack.html (1)
4) http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/aquarium-lighting/current-satellite-freshwater-led-24-36-inch.html (2)
kenouboom
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/seachem-flourish-excel.html (500ml 7.99$)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/seachem-flourish.html (500ml 7.99$)
http://www.kensfish.com/aquarium-supplies/plant-supplies/seachem-flourish-plant-tabs.html(10 count 6.99$) x2
PM sent
Is this still on ?
Quote from: daworldisblack on July 16, 2013, 02:10:05 PM
Is this still on ?
Yes, it is still on. I've been busy lately so didn't get an update on the list. So far, 5 people shown interest in it, including myself. I am still planning to do the order by end of July and pick it up early August.
PS: I've just updated the list.
Quote from: FishBuddy on July 16, 2013, 09:27:10 PM
Yes, it is still on. I've been busy lately so didn't get an update on the list. So far, 5 people shown interest in it, including myself. I am still planning to do the order by end of July and pick it up early August.
PS: I've just updated the list.
Hi,
I plan to order 2 of "Marineland LED Double Bright Strip 24-36 Inches", I wonder if it is safe from damage during shipping? Is it worth it? Thanks.
Quote from: FishBuddy on July 16, 2013, 09:27:10 PM
Yes, it is still on. I've been busy lately so didn't get an update on the list. So far, 5 people shown interest in it, including myself. I am still planning to do the order by end of July and pick it up early August.
PS: I've just updated the list.
Awesome! Will PM you soon!
Quote from: new_hobby on July 17, 2013, 09:13:04 AM
Hi,
I plan to order 2 of "Marineland LED Double Bright Strip 24-36 Inches", I wonder if it is safe from damage during shipping? Is it worth it? Thanks.
I got one of these the last time round and it was packed well! Only tubes should be of concern but even then, they came in fine the last time round so you should be good!
Quote from: daworldisblack on July 17, 2013, 10:11:22 AM
Awesome! Will PM you soon!
I got one of these the last time round and it was packed well! Only tubes should be of concern but even then, they came in fine the last time round so you should be good!
Are you using it for plants? I was thinking about buying a light fixture for a possible future planted tank but wasn't sure if it would be adequate or not.
Quote from: lucius on July 17, 2013, 12:30:31 PM
Are you using it for plants? I was thinking about buying a light fixture for a possible future planted tank but wasn't sure if it would be adequate or not.
Not the greatest. There are folks who use it - I have it on a low-light tank with ferns, mosses and some not to light-demanding plant but there are other ones on there. The Current Satellite + looks promising and I might get one - again better for a low-light set up rather then a high light set-up. All depends on how high your tank is. T5HO or a Finnex/BuildMyLED fixture may be better if its a taller tank and you are going to have higher-light demanding plants.
FYI ...Big Als USA is having an awesome sale on almost everything til the end of July. Even better prices in some cases to kensfish. If you pay by pay pal, they'll ship anywhere in the US. www.bigalsonline.com (http://www.bigalsonline.com)
Quote from: FishBuddy on July 16, 2013, 09:27:10 PM
Yes, it is still on. I've been busy lately so didn't get an update on the list. So far, 5 people shown interest in it, including myself. I am still planning to do the order by end of July and pick it up early August.
PS: I've just updated the list.
Hi FishBuddy,
What is the method of payment in advance?
I'd possibly get some Hydor powerheads but not sure which size.
Don't hold up for me.
If I figure it out in time I'll let you know. I posted in DIY/Equipement if you care to help me decide ;)
Quote from: magnosis on July 18, 2013, 01:23:36 PM
I'd possibly get some Hydor powerheads but not sure which size.
Don't hold up for me.
If I figure it out in time I'll let you know. I posted in DIY/Equipement if you care to help me decide ;)
Buy them from a local salty sponsor like Ray, or Az...you won't get them much cheaper than they sell them for and you don't have to wait.
Okay thanks for the tip!
List updated....
Quote from: daworldisblack on July 17, 2013, 12:37:17 PM
Not the greatest. There are folks who use it - I have it on a low-light tank with ferns, mosses and some not to light-demanding plant but there are other ones on there. The Current Satellite + looks promising and I might get one - again better for a low-light set up rather then a high light set-up. All depends on how high your tank is. T5HO or a Finnex/BuildMyLED fixture may be better if its a taller tank and you are going to have higher-light demanding plants.
I see you decided on the Current Satellite Freshwater LED 24-36 Inch fixture also. 8)
List updated... I am thinking of placing the order on Sunday evening....
:)
this is the final list (except for myself :) of course).... I'll be ordering soon....
Order has been placed.....
Thanks for organizing this. :)
Thanks John :)
Just noticed that they dropped the price of the light fixture that daworldisblack and I picked out and it's also out of stock now. Hopefully, we were able to get our order in on time and hopefully, we got the lower price. ;D
THANK YOU ;D
Awesome Sauce John! Thanks!
Quote from: lucius on July 31, 2013, 04:08:32 PM
Just noticed that they dropped the price of the light fixture that daworldisblack and I picked out and it's also out of stock now. Hopefully, we were able to get our order in on time and hopefully, we got the lower price. ;D
You got the lower price of $59.95... The shipment has been packaged already and waiting to be picked up by UPS.... Bottom line is: YOU GOT THE LIGHT......
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Just to give u an update on this... 2 of the packages have arrived. Still waiting for 1 more package; schedule to arrive early next week.. Looks like I'll go pick it up near the end of next week...
Its like Christmas. Waiting to open your gift :)
All packages have arrived at Ogdensburg... I will be heading there sometime this week to pick them up..
Also, I am in the process of creating a spreadsheet and will send each of you the total costs.
About pickup the products, how do you guys want to handle it? I am thinking of meeting all of you one evening somewhere near Barrhaven (may be a shopping mall parking lot?) and do it all at once...
This way it'll save some time and I don't have to sit around at different time/date waiting for each of you to show up :) You could always have someone else pick up your stuff for you if you are not available at the specified time/place.
Sounds good.
The parking area in front of Home Depot, bordering Strandherd, should be pretty quiet on a weeknight with plenty of room.
I'm good with anywhere and anytime :)
Shawn
Quote from: lucius on August 05, 2013, 10:22:32 PM
Sounds good.
The parking area in front of Home Depot, bordering Strandherd, should be pretty quiet on a weeknight with plenty of room.
Sounds like a great idea.... During the evenings, there's usually a huge empty parking lot further away from the store so we could meet there...
Good News!
Your stuff have finally arrived home safe and sound :) I went to Ogdensburg late this afternoon and just came back not long ago. Everything went smoothly at the border as there's no lineups...
Over the next few days, I'll be totalling up the cost for everyone and will send you a PM on how much you owe me.
Also, I am planning to meet up with you this Friday evening at 7pm or so at the Home Depot parking lot in Barrhaven so that you could come and pick up your orders. If you cannot make it, you could have someone else pick up your order. Please bring exact change as I will not be carrying any change with me.
Stay tuned...
The next three days will probably be the longest three days ever! ;)
Can somebody post the address of that Home Depot please. I am not familiar with that area.
A big thank you to John for doing this for all of us.
We could meet here:
https://maps.google.ca/maps?q=45.267491,-75.753019&hl=en&ll=45.267457,-75.752229&spn=0.001971,0.005284&sll=45.267423,-75.751725&sspn=0.001971,0.005284&t=h&z=18
See you Friday at 7 :)
Quote from: Shawn84 on August 07, 2013, 12:12:14 PM
See you Friday at 7 :)
Yipper..... I'll see you all at 7pm on Friday...
Thanks John for doing the group order. Sorry if my air pump was too heavy for you :p It was nice seeing everyone there and had a nice chat about fish :)
Quote from: Shawn84 on August 09, 2013, 09:35:17 PM
Thanks John for doing the group order. Sorry if my air pump was too heavy for you :p It was nice seeing everyone there and had a nice chat about fish :)
Yeah, I'll *always* remember that crazy huge air pump that you've bought and the fact that it caused us all kinds of grief as we are all waiting patiently for that thing to arrive from California :) :)
It was indeed we had a nice chat about fish. We should really do this more often. Perhaps in our next order, we'll meet up as usual and then we could go somewhere afterwards for supper/lunch and chat more about fish and plants at the same time.
Good to see everyone as well and I get to meet some new faces...
Thanks again.