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At the moment this is just to see if there is adequate and serious interest in a Group Buy of Autosocks , as December time was quite interesting for many of us in attempting to get around.
I need to know who may be interested in a Group Buy before I can approach a supplier and talk discount ( chicken and egg I'm afraid ) so theres no point me approaching a supplier to talk discount before I have an understanding of Volume of interested parties.
So I would suggest putting your name down IF you were or are seriously considering getting a set or two , then I can have an idea.
Good thread here on Autosocks.
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=65949&highlight=snow+socks
I could be tempted TD, depending on the usual of course :)
Any chance of getting a telescopic shovel in the deal too ?
nunzionuk
14-02-2011, 00:34
I would be up for a few sets :)
Dangerous Dan
14-02-2011, 08:27
Two sets here, definitely
Geordie9
14-02-2011, 08:33
DEpending on my funds at the time I would be interested in a set, maybe 2
One for me too please TD.
I keep forgetting about them until its too late and its snowing heavy again.
Cheers
Ness :)
Bardster
14-02-2011, 11:07
Yup a set or two for me please.
Thanks for the interest so far, worth remembering that as this isn't Bushcraft specific kit , maybe worth asking around your nearest/dearest and anyone who had a Snow/Ice related Horror story from Christmas time.
rancid badger
14-02-2011, 12:34
brindley chains were the supplier i used,very good service and a good price too. I don't need any obviously, but highly recommend them as an alternative to chains.
well done for the thought
cheers
"Mr.Fingers & Thumbs":o (RB-Steve)
Spikey DaPikey
14-02-2011, 13:50
Intrested, and so is a friend :)
Paullyfuzz
14-02-2011, 15:23
I'll have some aswell.
Stingray
14-02-2011, 18:06
Me too !
Good reviews for them.
Right , so far thats 20 ish sets as 'interested' and I appreciate everything is dependent on price so at the moment no-one is committing themselves to anything but I need a reasonable show of 'true' interest to make this work.
I have another 4 ( another 6 sets ) interested parties from another website so initial interest is there ,and justifys me getting on the blower and having a chat.
I'm interested in a pair, maybe two depending on price.
Ben Trout
14-02-2011, 23:06
I was looking at them two days ago! Two pairs please.
Hi ,
Definitely one pair , maybe two ( upgrading car within the next 18 months so will check wheel sizes ) and maybe another when my Bro gets back to me .
Cheers , Trev .
PS We came too close to not making it home for the family celebrations that they are one of the things on my need to buy list .
Hi ,
Definitely one pair , maybe two ( upgrading car within the next 18 months so will check wheel sizes ) and maybe another when my Bro gets back to me .
Cheers , Trev .
PS We came too close to not making it home for the family celebrations that they are one of the things on my need to buy list .
My thoughts on them are that they are a useful Car prep to have tucked away in the Boot ( far smaller than Chains ) easy to put on and do they job, anything that can either stop you losing control of your car and causing and recieving exspensive damage is a good thing , and to allow one to get around for important task during the snow and ice.
Although we may suffer Snow and Ice on rare occasions in the UK , when we do suffer them we are mostly poorley prepared for it. Better to get a set now then attempt to locate a set on the day of the Blizzard.
I mentioned snow shovels earlier and came across these tonight if anyone's interested ...
http://www.roofbox.co.uk/scripts/rbvehsel4.php?query=21287&popup=TRUE&emulate=accgen
I've been meaning to pick one up for ages but the only ones I ever saw were in the ski section of outdoor shops. Same sort of thing but nearer £70 a pop. Does anyone have one similar, are they useful ?
:jacked: sorry
Shewie , those Snow shovels , I'm sure I saw them as a point of sale item at either Homebase or B&Q in the last couple of weeks.
HTH.
< here you go big-boy >
http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/nav.jsp?action=detail&fh_secondid=10767701&fh_view_size=10&fh_location=%2f%2fcatalog01%2f en_GB&fh_search=SNOW+SHOVEL&fh_eds=%c3%9f&fh_refview=search&isSearch=true
To be honest i did pick one up and have a quick play whilst waiting to be served , thoughts were that they were a good idea , nice to telescope away and chuck in the boot but ultimately a little flimsy and 'knocked out' for cost , for £10.00 I wouldn't expect much less and far better than nothing but I 'd like to see someone like FYGT get one and redesign it with more durable materials.
man_of_tanith
15-02-2011, 00:24
i could be interested in several sets price depending
i would be interested in 2 sets
Pandabean
16-02-2011, 09:25
I may be interested in a set or 2. Getting a new car soon so the tyre size may change. I will keep an eye on this thread. :)
Hey there,
I would be interested in two sets
Greg
ParaWill
16-02-2011, 10:26
We were issued these for our ambulances and response cars over the bad weather last year. Have to say the one time I used them on an ambulance they worked perfectly!
rancid badger
16-02-2011, 10:34
Well I'm sitting with my thumb up my .....................on my shoulder:p, so thought I'd pop a list together. I've only put numbers on those who sound definite, please feel free to update.
Teedee
shewie
nunzionuk
dangerous dan x2
geordie9
woof
v-ness
bardster
mike-e x2
spikey-da-pikey x2
Tony
paullyfuzz
stingray
spoony
trunks
ben trout x2
trev
man of tanith
atross
pandabean
rigel x2
cheers
R.B.
ps: just to support parawill, these things really are superb, within their limits. They are an excellent alternative to chains but no substitute for snow tyres imho and I've plenty of experience of driving with snow tyres, as every car I've owned (except the current one!:rolleyes:) had a spare pair of rims with M&S tyres fitted.
My next car, will, once again have a set of snow tyres waiting but I'll also be investing in the socks too, as they are amazing on sheet ice, not just snow.
Thanks R.B , Appreciated. Hope you mend sooner than later.
I would be interested in a set of these as well please
Teedee
shewie
nunzionuk
dangerous dan x2
geordie9
woof
v-ness
bardster
mike-e x2
spikey-da-pikey x2
Tony
paullyfuzz
stingray
spoony
trunks
ben trout x2
trev
man of tanith
atross
pandabean
rigel x2
Teepee
jamesc76
17-02-2011, 11:52
Teedee
shewie
nunzionuk
dangerous dan x2
geordie9
woof
v-ness
bardster
mike-e x2
spikey-da-pikey x2
Tony
paullyfuzz
stingray
spoony
trunks
ben trout x2
trev
man of tanith
atross
pandabean
rigel x2
Teepee
Jamesc76
Darkside
17-02-2011, 15:32
Teedee
shewie
nunzionuk
dangerous dan x2
geordie9
woof
v-ness
bardster
mike-e x2
spikey-da-pikey x2
Tony
paullyfuzz
stingray
spoony
trunks
ben trout x2
trev
man of tanith
atross
pandabean
rigel x2
Teepee
Jamesc76
Darkside (poss 2)
Teedee
shewie
nunzionuk
dangerous dan x2
geordie9
woof
v-ness
bardster
mike-e x2
spikey-da-pikey x2
Tony
paullyfuzz
stingray
spoony
trunks
ben trout x2
trev
man of tanith
atross
pandabean
rigel x2
Teepee
Jamesc76
Darkside (poss 2)
Steve 48
rancid badger
18-02-2011, 13:59
I think it might be time to start sorting which sizes people want? then you can approach a supplier.
regards
Steve
Bump for any latecomers. I have started contacting suppliers.
Certainly could be interested, usual thingys accepted of course.. lol 2 sets would perhaps be needed.. ;)
Pandabean
21-02-2011, 20:44
Hi TeeDee. Unfortunately I didnt get a new car so will be looking into March/April for one so I am going to have to pull out for now unless it is delayed until then.
Good luck with the GB and thanks for organising it.
Quick Bump -Have had a fruitful chat with a supplier with regards to being in a position to offer discount to all forum members via an purchase code via the website.
Will keep you posted. But may be wise to have a look to see what Autosocks Code relate to your Tyre size.
Just an Update and to put a nail in this Particular Coffin.
Although I would have thought, in relation to the likely hood of sales during this time of Year and the Potential Quantity involved the max amount of Discount being offered is either 5% of one suppliers list price or 10% off another normal list price.
In light of that , and the high initial cost of these items and the postage cost ontop I don't anticipate enough significant interest to warrant running a GB at these levels of discount ( 5-10% ).
Just want to keep people informed.
Thanks for the update Teedee and we appreciate the effort in trying to get it off the ground
Stingray
11-03-2011, 17:04
Many thanks for trying and I appreciate the time you put into these group buys.
Dangerous Dan
12-03-2011, 21:02
such a shame, thanks for the update Tee
OK , A slight update , there may be hope yet... I'm still waiting on someone to do the translation for me ( as its a scandnavian website ) but there seems to be something that looks a lot like Autosocks but at a fraction of the price ( circa 10 euros ) , for most of us as its a 'maybe' prep I'm guessing a cheaper replica may appease and suit.
Anyway , I'll update when I know more.