American forwarders thread - Stackry, Am-Forward

[chip75]

My order from Kino Lorber arrived about 10 days ago, but was short Career Opportunities, not sure if it's worth waiting (it seems to be in stock)? or sending what's there and leaving Career Opportunities in my locker when it finally arrives.

[drush9999]

My latest stackry delivery took an extra week between New Joisey and Heathrow (over two weeks overall) than it usually does.

[RichL]

I'm using Stackry for the first time and just wondered what others here usually do regarding the "Customs information" section. Am I supposed to list each blu-ray with its value or is "Blu-rays" with a total value acceptable?

I asked Stackry and they said the description is up to me... which doesn't really help! I haven't imported anything for years and I don't want to have to bother customs in the UK unnecessarily when I'm sure they've got more pressing things to worry about than potentially charging me any additional fees! :P

[grahams76]

Originally Posted by RichL

I'm using Stackry for the first time and just wondered what others here usually do regarding the "Customs information" section. Am I supposed to list each blu-ray with its value or is "Blu-rays" with a total value acceptable?

I asked Stackry and they said the description is up to me... which doesn't really help! I haven't imported anything for years and I don't want to have to bother customs in the UK unnecessarily when I'm sure they've got more pressing things to worry about than potentially charging me any additional fees! :P

I just write 'Blurays' and list it as one item and put value of whole lot in both boxes.

[Aclea]

I always go with 'digital discs' and an average unit value.

[EddieLarkin]

Remember to keep the total declared value under $160, even if you have to lie a touch. If the true value is say, £200, and you declare it truthfully, you can expect a £40-50 bill on arrival in the UK.

Though you should weigh this up with the small chance of the box being lost in transit as Stackry will only cover up to the declared value.

[chip75]

Originally Posted by chip75

My order from Kino Lorber arrived about 10 days ago, but was short Career Opportunities, not sure if it's worth waiting (it seems to be in stock)? or sending what's there and leaving Career Opportunities in my locker when it finally arrives.

I emailed KL and they said it was posted in the initial package, it just didn't show up as shipped on my account. I thought about asking Stackry for a picture of the contents, but took KL at their word so I shipped the box over.

Thankfully the BD was in the box and I think the orders complete, I'll double check, but I'm pleased.

I could have had the package a month ago, but I wasn't in a huge rush.

[drush9999]

My last stackry package took just 1 week door to door.

[chip75]

Originally Posted by drush9999

My last stackry package took just 1 week door to door.

Same with mine. Super pleased with the turnaround.

[grahams76]

Stackry shipped a package to me on Monday and it arrived today, five days later, which is a new best.

If any first/timers want to use Stackry and fancy $10 off, PM me for a referral code.

[chip75]

Fantastic turnaround, only issue is that with such service I'm looking at making another order!

[moscone_bail_bonds]

Is anyone experiencing delays with DHL via Stackry?

Currently have a parcel at the 'EN ROUTE TO DHL ECOMMERCE DISTRIBUTION CENTER OR AWAITING PROCESSING' for a week now after shipping without updates and starting to get worried its lost.

[drush9999]

Originally Posted by moscone_bail_bonds

Is anyone experiencing delays with DHL via Stackry?

Currently have a parcel at the 'EN ROUTE TO DHL ECOMMERCE DISTRIBUTION CENTER OR AWAITING PROCESSING' for a week now after shipping without updates and starting to get worried its lost.

I've had DHL packages stuck at one status or another, usually means it's winging it's way across the ocean, and nobody's scanned it for a while. I wouldn't worry quite yet.

[moscone_bail_bonds]

Originally Posted by drush9999

I've had DHL packages stuck at one status or another, usually means it's winging it's way across the ocean, and nobody's scanned it for a while. I wouldn't worry quite yet.

Usually I get the delay from leaving the US DHL to the UK which is understandable as on a plane or such or at customs, starting to worry as DHL haven't scanned it at all at the US warehouse a week after leaving Stackry, my past orders this stage usually took 48 hours or so, even at weekends.

[EddieLarkin]

Just had around $200 worth of discs via Stackry arrive, customs free. They were declared as $105. If they had been declared accurately, it would have likely cost me over £40.

[grahams76]

So for the first time my DHL tracking from Stackry links to something called Yuntrack which has a Royal Mail tracking code. Mildly concerned this won’t work out free of import fees. Also, Stackry charged me $29 for six Criterions with no consolidation nor repacking.

[BarnDoor]

Originally Posted by grahams76

So for the first time my DHL tracking from Stackry links to something called Yuntrack which has a Royal Mail tracking code. Mildly concerned this won’t work out free of import fees. Also, Stackry charged me $29 for six Criterions with no consolidation nor repacking.

I received a package the other day via Yuntrack/RM with no issues - just took a day or so longer than usual since Yodel tend to be quicker.

[duggie walker]

Originally Posted by grahams76

So for the first time my DHL tracking from Stackry links to something called Yuntrack which has a Royal Mail tracking code. Mildly concerned this won’t work out free of import fees. Also, Stackry charged me $29 for six Criterions with no consolidation nor repacking.

But isn't that the point of consolidating - that you will somewhat reduce the weight of the overall package and therefore save a bit on shipping? Admittedly, at $2 for each item consolidated, it won't save you much, if anything. They also state that even a single disc weighs 1lb so the supposed weight reduction is never quite as dramatic as they make it out to be.

But my last two packages with Yuntrack have arrived in six days, much better than Yodel, and have been customs free, so I'm happy enough.

[grahams76]

Originally Posted by duggie walker

But isn't that the point of consolidating - that you will somewhat reduce the weight of the overall package and therefore save a bit on shipping? Admittedly, at $2 for each item consolidated, it won't save you much, if anything. They also state that even a single disc weighs 1lb so the supposed weight reduction is never quite as dramatic as they make it out to be.

But my last two packages with Yuntrack have arrived in six days, much better than Yodel, and have been customs free, so I'm happy enough.

The six Criterions arrived at Stackry in one package/box so there was no need to consolidate.

[duggie walker]

Originally Posted by grahams76

The six Criterions arrived at Stackry in one package/box so there was no need to consolidate.

Oh, I see. Well I guess they have to make a profit somehow so if you don't consolidate, I daresay they take a slice of the shipping.