A Question About Trading

mintjellie · Post by **mintjellie** » Fri Oct 02, 2009 5:39 pm

I was just wondering if anyone ever traded with another first-time trader when they were trading for the first time themselves.

I've received a BM from an Alberta BA about setting up a trade. But we're both noobs. Obviously, this is risky, since for all I know I could get ripped off. The guy has no history of trading by which I could check into what kind of reputation he holds.

I really don't know what to do here.

Any good stories about noobs trading with noobs? Any horror stories.

Also, with winter coming, does that limit the amount of time I have to say yes or no? Cold weather would cause the beer to freeze during shipping, right?

Timmy · Post by **Timmy** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 11:46 am

It's kind of a leap of faith on both parties parts.

I have only traded once and it went very well for me? The other guy had to wait as the original package I sent shattered cause I didn't pack it properly. It sucked cause I had to buy some very expensive beers twice.....

Just try it out I'm sure it will be fine. A guy will get blacklisted pretty fast if he rips someone off.

Bobsy · Post by **Bobsy** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 2:20 pm

Unless you're sending something that's insanely expensive or that you won't be able to get again, its worth the risk. I've traded with guys in Alberta many times and I can tell you its probably best to get 'er done soon so none of the bottles freeze.

Also make sure you get a tracking number and a signature on delivery if you're concerned.

mintjellie · Post by **mintjellie** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 5:31 pm

i think i just might do this.

SteelbackGuy · Post by **SteelbackGuy** » Sun Oct 04, 2009 5:35 pm

For shizzo you should. Why not give it a whirl? You may end up with pretty neat beers that are new and exciting to try. Plus, you can revel in the fact that you are committing a crime. It'll be our little secret.