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MagiKelly
31-08-2005, 21:15
Second Hammock Group Buy
Okay I give in. The reserve list for these has now grown to the level where another buy has become almost inevitable. The information is the same as the first post in this thread
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/community/showthread.php?t=7510 (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/community/showthread.php?t=7510)
With the exception of price. The last time the price worked out at £16 including postage and PayPal fees. Now the postage worked out at a little more than I had allowed for but a lot of people paid by cheque so it balanced out in the end. Because I am not making any money on there the price may fluctuate because of exchange rates, delivery charges etc. The best thing is to work on the principal that the Hammocks will cost between £17 - £19 each. If you expect these figures it should only be good news when the hammocks arrive, hopefully.
Now before anyone confirms anything one of out members WorldExplorer sells hammocks on ebay. See an example here
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-DD-CAMPING-HAMMOCK-Enclosable-Weighs-just-730g_W0QQitemZ5235586564 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-DD-CAMPING-HAMMOCK-Enclosable-Weighs-just-730g_W0QQitemZ5235586564)
A few members have ordered these and seem very happy with them. Nick has offered to sell these to BCUK members for £15 including postage. This is quite a bit cheaper than the group buy ones. I have not personally tried one of Nick’s hammocks so can’t make any comments but I want this offer out in the open before I spend £500 ordering hammocks from Bali. Don’t get me wrong I am happy to do the group buy but I do not want people feeling oblidged to buy one of the group buy hammocks when they would prefer one of Nick’s.
So now that is out of the way here are the provisional names I have so far
2 Big Lizard
2 JamesOConnor
1 jem seeley
1 hobo
1 strollon
1 2blackcat
1 sheperd
1 JFW
1 Dave
2 Culicoidis
2 Scruff
1 slimey
1 Phil562
1 Bothyman
1 m6nut
3 Angus Og
1 Daniel
1 Tantalus
2 Oakleaf
1 Match
1 Halo
1 Andyn
2 ilovemybed
2 Povarian
1 Hedgehog
1 Bikething
1 Sean13
2 M@rk
So that is 38 I need 3 to replace the ones that went by “accident” in the first group buy. There at least 4 names on BB so ther is only 5 at most left. So if you want one or if your want to change your order from the number above, post a note here.
PS Any Mods reading this PLEASE do not merge this with the first thread as I will never keep track, thanks
hi MagiKelly
pm sent can i have 2 intotal
thanks adam
I'll take (another) 1. :)
MagiKelly
31-08-2005, 21:59
List updated. Only 7 left!
Tantalus
31-08-2005, 22:06
oooh now i have a boat, thanks John
you rock :D
Tant
jamesoconnor
31-08-2005, 22:59
hi there, would it be ok if i ordered 2, as opposed to 1.
regards
james
MagiKelly
01-09-2005, 09:28
hi there, would it be ok if i ordered 2, as opposed to 1.
regards
james
List updated. Still 7 left as one person dropped out, having bought one of Nick's.
Hi I would like 2
Thanks :)
Just to confirm that I'd like to keep my name on this list - Its the extra length and width that makes this hammock desirable to me (6'4") over the one nick's offering - although that too looks like a nice hammock!
MagiKelly
01-09-2005, 15:48
List updated. 5 left.
Hi John,
Do these hammocks come in a stuff bag of any description?
Also, what rope have people got/used for these? As i don't believe it comes with any?
I'd still like to stay on the list, but thanks for highlighting some other possibilites.
Andy
MagiKelly
01-09-2005, 16:04
Hi John,
Do these hammocks come in a stuff bag of any description?
Also, what rope have people got/used for these? As i don't believe it comes with any?
I'd still like to stay on the list, but thanks for highlighting some other possibilites.
Andy
If you have a look through the original thread you should see that there is a pocket attached to the hammock in the middle. The hammock all goes inside this pocket for storage. For hanging the hammock I recomend climbing tape. I use 19mm tape, it is kinder to the trees and plenty strong.
Sorry my bad. I had a quick browse but there was pages of it :D
Thanks for the speedy answer.
Hi, just confirming I would like to stay on the list for 1!
Cheers,
Dan
wildrover
01-09-2005, 22:57
Hi Magikelly
I'm just new here.
I've followed the the other group buy with great interest.
Would it be possible for me to order one as part of this group buy ?
Thanks,
wildrover
For hanging the hammock I recomend climbing tape. I use 19mm tape, it is kinder to the trees and plenty strong.
Hi John,
Can i ask roughly how much tape i would need? I found a supplier of the type of tape you mentioned at needlesports.com. Can anyone suggest anywhere else as a good supplier of tape off the role.
Thanks.
Can i ask roughly how much tape i would need? I found a supplier of the type of tape you mentioned at needlesports.com. Can anyone suggest anywhere else as a good supplier of tape off the role.
Thanks.
Hi,
I bought webbing from Pennine Outdoor (http://www.pennineoutdoor.co.uk/accessories.asp?sid=17) . Very good service!!
I bought 12m of the 25mm webbing. And that only came to £9.70 including postage. I've used it on my hammock a few times and no problems, works great!
If you do order from here though, or anywhere, add a note to the order to say you want 12 metres in one continuous roll (as I didn't and ended up receiving a 7 metre roll, and a 5 metre roll).
Hope this helps,
Dan
If there's still one going can I order it? I don't see me using it but I suspect son#1 might :rolleyes:
Cheers,
Toddy
MagiKelly
02-09-2005, 09:36
Okay the current list is
2 Big Lizard
2 JamesOConnor
1 jem seeley
1 hobo
1 strollon
1 2blackcat
1 sheperd
1 JFW
1 Dave
2 Culicoidis
2 Scruff
1 Phil562
1 Bothyman
1 m6nut
3 Angus Og
1 Daniel
1 Tantalus
2 Oakleaf
1 Match
1 Halo
1 Andyn
2 ilovemybed
2 Povarian
1 Hedgehog
1 Bikething
1 Sean13
2 M@rk
1 wildrover
1 Toddy
1 JohnC
So that is now 40, plus my 3, 4 on BB so only 3 left.
As to the question about tape I find 5m at each end to be plenty but if you go for 6m (12m total) the extra may come in handy.
Okay the current list is
1 slimey
Hi,
Sorry to be a pain but could you remove me from the list. I quite like the look of Nick's hammocks and I'll be getting one of his.
Thanks anyway, much appreciated.
Simon.
MagiKelly
02-09-2005, 11:28
Hi,
Sorry to be a pain but could you remove me from the list. I quite like the look of Nick's hammocks and I'll be getting one of his.
Thanks anyway, much appreciated.
Simon.
Absolutely no problem at all. List now edited.
Hello there John,
If there has been a cancellation may I take up one of the hammocks?
Many thanks if it's possible.
JOhn C
MagiKelly
02-09-2005, 15:39
Hello there John,
If there has been a cancellation may I take up one of the hammocks?
Many thanks if it's possible.
JOhn C
You could have ahd one even without the cancellation as there was / is a few left.
List now edited and there is still 3 left.
Ogri the trog
03-09-2005, 17:50
MagiKelly,
Just back in the country and sweated my way through the first "Group buy" post.
So, sorry for the late addition, I'll take one if there is a spare.
Tremendous effort by the way, and thanks...
Ogri the trog
if you still have some of these i would also take 2 .thanks for the effort.
wanderinstar
04-09-2005, 12:19
John, I would like 2 if possible.
Ian.
Hello
I would like one please.
regards
dave
MagiKelly
04-09-2005, 19:13
Final list
2 Big Lizard
2 JamesOConnor
1 jem seeley
1 hobo
1 strollon
1 2blackcat
1 sheperd
1 JFW
1 Dave
2 Culicoidis
2 Scruff
1 Phil562
1 Bothyman
1 m6nut
3 Angus Og
1 Daniel
1 Tantalus
2 Oakleaf
1 Match
1 Halo
1 Andyn
2 ilovemybed
2 Povarian
1 Hedgehog
1 Bikething
1 Sean13
2 M@rk
1 wildrover
1 Toddy
1 JohnC
1 Ogri the trog
2 gill
2 wanderinstar
1 Dhole
We are actually slightly over but I will pass on the three I was going to take. Payment getting transferred tomorrow, should arrive by Friday and the hammocks should be here around a week after that.
Just give us a shout when you want some money John. Thanks.
MagiKelly
05-09-2005, 14:55
Just give us a shout when you want some money John. Thanks.
As with the last time I will wait till they arrive before asking for any money.
MagiKelly
07-09-2005, 09:36
As an update the manufacturer was initially out of stock but has today completed making our hammocks (really your hammocks as I am not getting any from this batch). FedEx are collecting them today so I should have them next Monday or Tuesday. I will make sure I have the envelopes in so these can go out as soon as the money is sorted out. I am actually amazed they have recieved the money already. I actually suspect he may just be sending out the hammocks in advance of the money arriving because he trusts us after the first buy.
Speaking of money I do not know the final price yet as I have still to see what the Duty etc comes too. I still expext it to be around the £17 mark.
your a star John. Looking forward to having it (the hammock) in my grubby little hands.
Cheers
JFW
MagiKelly
07-09-2005, 10:41
You'll be able to get yours at the Meet Up as well and save yourself even more money.
Can I get mine then too? :D
I'll be bringing my single hammock along with me (same style) so I can do a compare of comfort etc.
MagiKelly
07-09-2005, 12:31
Can I get mine then too? :D
I'll be bringing my single hammock along with me (same style) so I can do a compare of comfort etc.
No problem, just remember you need rope or tape to hang it.
wildrover
10-09-2005, 17:21
John, I know it might be a hassle but would there be any chance that I could Pay for the Hammock by cheque?
Wildrover
MagiKelly
10-09-2005, 17:29
John, I know it might be a hassle but would there be any chance that I could Pay for the Hammock by cheque?
Wildrover
No problem. A few people paid by cheque the last time. Once I have confirmed the price just drop me a PM with your details and I will PM you my address to send the cheque to.
MagiKelly
13-09-2005, 20:20
There here!
Okay I will save you the maths etc. The important points are the prices. The price for those collecting theirs in person at the Scottish Meet up is £13.00. For the rest of you the price posted first class in a luxury plastic envelope :rolleyes: and including PayPal fees is £16.80.
PapPal payments to be made to John-AT-MagiKelly.co.uk replaceing the -AT- with the required symbol. Anyone wanting to pay by cheque, drop me a PM. Now Remember it is VERY important that you inlcude your BCUK name with the payment. for the sake of my sanity.
And this is the final list
2 Big Lizard
2 JamesOConnor
1 jem seeley
1 hobo
1 strollon
1 2blackcat
1 sheperd
1 JFW
1 Dave
2 Culicoidis
2 Scruff
1 Phil562
1 Bothyman
1 m6nut
3 Angus Og
1 Daniel
1 Tantalus
2 Oakleaf
1 Match
1 Halo
1 Andyn
2 ilovemybed
2 Povarian
1 Hedgehog
1 Bikething
1 Sean13
2 M@rk
1 wildrover
1 Toddy
1 JohnC
1 Ogri the trog
2 gill
2 wanderinstar
1 Dhole
bikething
13-09-2005, 20:45
Yaaaaayyyyyyy!!!
I'm off to Paypal !
Cheers John
Hi John,
Payment sent!!
Cheers,
Dan :)
Angus Og
13-09-2005, 20:55
PP sent
Cheers
Paypal payment sent
Many thanks
John
Paypal sent.
Cheers :D
jamesoconnor
13-09-2005, 21:45
hi there john,
can i square you up at the scottish meet?
regards
james
pm sent
see you at the weekend
wildrover
13-09-2005, 23:51
Hi John,
PM sent.
Wildrover
Ogri the trog
14-09-2005, 07:20
Hi John
Paypal & PM sent
Cheers
Ogri the trog
MagiKelly
14-09-2005, 09:29
hi there john,
can i square you up at the scottish meet?
regards
james
Of course, as can anyone else who is going to be there.
Hi John
PM sent
Many thanks
Povarian
14-09-2005, 09:55
PM sent. Ta muchly.
ilovemybed
14-09-2005, 10:08
Payment sent.
Many happy cheers!
Neil
Payment sent, can't wait for the postie.
Cheers John ;)
Payment sent John, thanks very much for organising this again.
wolf man
14-09-2005, 16:08
Hi
a bit late for this order, but if any become available, would love to get hold of 2!
I'd be grateful if youcould put me on the reserve list, cheers.
Wolf man
Payment sent, thanks for sorting all this out. :D
Many thanks Magikelly. PP sent :)
Received today, many thanks now SWMBO has one too and i'm out of the dog house!!!
The dog will be pleased!!
bikething
15-09-2005, 10:40
Arrived this morning, John - Many thanks.
Just need it to stop raining so I can go out and play!
Tantalus
15-09-2005, 12:28
got mine safe and sound, you rock john thanks
postie on the other hand, stuffed it through the window and demolished the blinds
isnt there an IQ test for working for the royal mail ?
Tant
MagiKelly
15-09-2005, 12:38
Glad to hear they are turning up okay. I posted 12 yesterday and I am just off to the post office to post another 16 today.
Hey John, received mine too this morning!!
Thanks a lot!
Dan
John
Received mine this morning, great, fantastic :D
Thankyou very much :D
MagiKelly
16-09-2005, 09:20
Okay, I am off to the Scottsih Meet Up no so no more will be posted till Tuesday. But at the moment there are none outstanding. There about 18 still to be claimed so if you have not done so drop me a PM or payment. Either way I will PM those I have not heard from on Tuesday to see if they still want them, if not I will contact those on the reserve list.
Angus Og
16-09-2005, 09:49
Got mine Thursday :D
Cheers John
wanderinstar
16-09-2005, 21:11
John,
PPjust sent off. Thank you very much. Cant wait.
Ian.
wildrover
16-09-2005, 22:34
Postie delivered it today.
Fantastic.
The only problem is that I now wish I had asked for more than one.
Now, if you are in the mood to do another group buy........
Seriously though John thanks for all the hard work.
Wildrover
Povarian
17-09-2005, 00:13
Hammocks arrived today. Thanks once again. I could mamage a few more if there's another group buy...:rolleyes:
Graham
Hi There,
Was wondering if there is a possibility of ordering a hammock?
If so then give us a call via this means or on 07931 448867.
Cheers,
Craig.
Hammock recieved Friday, it' great looks better than I thought it would.
Cheers for organizing John :)
Ogri the trog
18-09-2005, 21:16
MagiKelly,
What a star! It arrived while I was away and, though I opened the package last night, I didn't open the hammock till today. Tan and forest green - I couldn't have asked for a more suitable scheme. Had it roughly rigged today so the kids and I could try it out - its brilliant fun.
Thanks John, much appreciated.
Ogri the trog
Magic!!
got my two on friday and am over the moon with them.
thanks ever so much!
ps. any spares i'll take another ;-)
Hi John, got mine today, many thanks once again for the hard work and organisation you have put into this.
MagiKelly
19-09-2005, 22:05
The only problem is that I now wish I had asked for more than one.
Now, if you are in the mood to do another group buy........
Hammocks arrived today. Thanks once again. I could mamage a few more if there's another group buy...:rolleyes:
ps. any spares i'll take another ;-)
Good grief people. How many hammocks can you guys use? I may post a tentative third buy thread to see if there really is that much interest. If I had thought that there was going to be this much interest I would have spoken to Tony and got them to put the BCUK logo on them.
Put me down for a spare one..... ;)
maybe u ought to look at becoming the sole uk wholesaler/ importer :D
ilovemybed
20-09-2005, 15:28
Mine have arrived - many thanks!
Was disappointed the postie hadn't arrived with them before I departed on my trip to Craig Rossie over the weekend. But then I was reminded when I got there that there are no trees anywhere near the proposed camp site...
Yep and one of my colleague spotted me opening mine and wants one now too....
So a third buy would be amazing! :D :D :D :D
I would have spoken to Tony and got them to put the BCUK logo on them.
Dude if you do that for the third buy sign me up for 2 :)
If you do another buy, or have any spare from this one, please put me down for one.
Andy
MagiKelly
20-09-2005, 16:48
maybe u ought to look at becoming the sole uk wholesaler/ importer :D
I'm beginning to feel like I already am:rolleyes: . I still have some of the second buy to get sent out but once that is done I will once again guage interest and see if a third buy is viable.
As to the BCUK logo there are anumber of issues with this. First I would need Tony's permission and second the minimum order goes up to about 500 or so. Of course if you are minded to take the existing logo off and sew on a BCUK badge (available from the shop;) ) that would do the trick. In fact now that I have thought of it, that is what I am going to do tonight.
Of course if you are minded to take the existing logo off and sew on a BCUK badge (available from the shop ) that would do the trick. In fact now that I have thought of it, that is what I am going to do tonight.
Theres a shop on BCUK? I thought it was just a dead link! How would one get to the shop?
John,
hammock arrived today thanks very much for all your effort. Just have to persuade my wife to let me put up a couple of hooks in the living room..........
Cheers
JFW
Povarian
24-09-2005, 13:07
Good grief people. How many hammocks can you guys use?Erm... Got mine back now the rest of the family have them as well... and then there's the rest of the extended family, other friends who've seen them etc, etc
Do I get commission as a saleman? :D
MagiKelly
26-09-2005, 13:51
Erm... Got mine back now the rest of the family have them as well... and then there's the rest of the extended family, other friends who've seen them etc, etc
Do I get commission as a saleman? :D
You can have the same commission I get as the importer :rolleyes:
payment sent thanks magikelly
halo :)
Moonraker
27-09-2005, 11:51
Good grief people. How many hammocks can you guys use? I may post a tentative third buy thread to see if there really is that much interest. If I had thought that there was going to be this much interest I would have spoken to Tony and got them to put the BCUK logo on them.
I'm up for a couple for a third order ;)
If the is to be a "Third Group Buy" then I would love to order another one.!! ???
MagiKelly
27-09-2005, 15:36
:rolleyes:
Still to hear from a couple of people about if they still want a Hammock then I will post a thread about a possable third buy.
wolf man
27-09-2005, 15:46
Put me down for two, if you do another group buy.
Cheers :D
I keep whinging about a Hennessy; *If* you do a further group buy, could I have one of these, just to try out hammock sleeping?
not sure if i already said but i'd love a couple more please.
bombadil
29-09-2005, 16:20
Likewise, next buy I'd love one too!
MagiKelly
29-09-2005, 16:29
Okay I give in. The Third group Buy thread is now here
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/community/showthread.php?t=8288
I have posted all the hammocks from the second group buy except for 2blackcat, dhole and i think maybe Hedgehog (need to check my list at home). I sent PM's to these guys about two weeks ago so if they do not reply in the next week i will add their hammocks to the pot. This may reduce the numbers for the third buy but we will just need to see how that pans out.
recieved my hamock this morning john thanks again :) :) :) :) :)
halo
MagiKelly
11-10-2005, 12:36
Okay everyone should have recieved theirs by now. Well everyone who has paid that is. I am just checking as I found out that one had gone missing in the post. I have sent out a replacement but want to be sure there are no others missing.
2blackcat
19-10-2005, 17:55
Thanks MagiKelly
Mine arrived this morning
No chance to check it yet though
Sorry for the delay