Tim Parr

OK, so we've got this situation, where if you're a size XL, you're in luck.

To make a long story short, we made too many size XL in some key styles this year, and we need to sell them at 50% off so the inventory gets back into alignment with the rest of the sizes. We've got short sleeve Merino jerseys, Merino shirts, Lycra jerseys, etc.

So here's the deal....if you ping me at tim@swobo.com , I'll send you a code that you can use on our site to get the 50% off.

I thought this board might appreciate such an offer, so I hope you guys enjoy.

Thanks.

Tim

no1mad 

1. Shouldn't this be in the Marketplace?
2. Why not just post the code in the coupon section?

I realize that those two sections don't have the traffic as this forum, but people do check them out. All it would take would be for one or two people to see your coupon code or notice in the classifieds, then word of mouth would take over.

EDIT: Thread title is misleading. Your not looking for XL riders, your looking for XL buyers.

Richard_Rides

Just re-label them medium and large. That's what Performance and Nasbar do.
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socalrider

I see why he posted in Clyde section but it would be best if the 50% off applied to XL and XXL jerseys and shirts.

danarnold

"You're" not "your" This is getting tedious. 'Your' is possessive. "you're" is a contraction for 'you are.' This is not just a nit pick. This kind of fractured English is jarring if not confusing to the literate.

bretgross

Thanks!
I confess, errors jump off the page at me and I try to ignore them -- but they're (not "there" or "their") so distracting. Especially in a post that's 'correcting' another post. = )
But then I wonder if maybe an occasional correction might help those who really want to do better but don't know. Maybe later we can point out the uses and abuses of our friend, the apostrophe.

BTW, Thanks for the post about the clothing. I'm going to check it out. If it's not what I want, I'll move on....

danarnold

Yes. I really don't like making these corrections. Maybe it's because you usually see them when someone is arguing and points them out to make a personal put down, which was not my intent.

BTW, I have two Swobo merino wool jerseys. Very reasonably priced around $40 from Backcountry. I really like wool and these are bargains.

Redskin8006

So how do the Swobo marino wool jerseys hold up to machine washing? Just curious because I've had some wool stuff in the past that shrunk after washing (gentle cycle, cold water, etc.). I'm a little leery of buying wool garments for that reason. That said, looks like Swobo has some nice stuff as long as it stays true to size.

bigtempo

Cool thanks!!!

Peter_C

Ah well, personally - I say thank you for the posting! I think it was a nice thing to do myself.

My only wish was that he had 50% off 3XL and 4XL - then I would be thrilled as well!

As for the marketplace vs here? I would never see it if he had posted it there. So posting it here gets it to the right people. If this was something he, they, whatever - did every day it would get rather $PAM-like, but I do not (personally) think a 50% off offer is EVER $PAM.

Of course, I do not make the rules here either, just stating my thoughts upon seeing the post.

So, thank you "Tim Parr".

gypz

can anyone other then me not get swobo's site to open?

dlester

I get the generic Apache web site that you get when you do a base installation of that web engine. They have something severely messed up on their site right now.

Perhaps they plan to use the money from the big XL sales promotion to hire a web administrator.

dlester

Today the site doesn't load at all. An overstock of XL clothes seems to be the least of their problems.

salbertiago

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Tim Parr

In reply to the above...

1. Yes, it could have been, and I didn't think of that. I just always feel that the more targeted any communication, the better for everyone involved. I just felt that this location would benefit this audience the best.

2. I'm against posting coupon codes. If a person is in need of what we're offering, then they should email us for the deal. Posted codes become internet spamming tools (used by other people). We'd rather deal with customers one at a time.

Tim Parr

ok.....that's funny. The part about Nashbar...

Tim Parr

Yeah, it's a fine line between what is considered a spam, and what is considered a a genuine offer to a focused group of people who might benefit. I still struggle with it....so all comments and concerns welcomed.

gypz

i sent an email asking for a 1/2 off code................. thank you.

gypz

yup, cant get to the site today at all. hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.........

Jeff Wills

It looks like the site's working for now. Maybe it was everyone shopping in advance of Black Friday.

CB HI

The site loaded fine for me Earlier this morning and again just a minute ago.

Most deals only come to the XS sizing so:
Complaints about an XL good deal are amazing, but I am glad some of you guys are not interested.

CB HI

He only posted here and the Commuter forum, surely knowing who would appreciate the deal the most. I do not really see the big deal with the title. Maybe you thought he was forming a group ride of only XL riders and ended up being terribly disappointed. Whatever.

Peter_C

I am terribly disappointed! No Love for the Fat man!!

Do not know where "Tim Parr" is in the food-chain, but with all the big bucks spend on ads, etc...

Something as simple as a one time one item BIG discount to new shoppers is a great way to get a chance at *hooking* a new customer - just a thought?

Since the site is so tough to get into - how big does their sizes go anyhow? 1-2LX only?

EDIT - no need to reply to me, or for me - Swobo stops at LG to 2XL depending on the item...so, smaller Clydes only need bother looking. Mores the pity, adding another clothing shop to my list would have been nice

Indie

I checked out their sizing info and am laughing so hard at what they think an 'extra large' woman looks like. I haven't had a 34" waist since I was in highschool...

Mr. Beanz

That's pretty silly! I think you were the one "in need" when you came here attempting to dump your product! Now it's "if a person needs what we're offering" we call the shots deal? Sheesh! I'd avopid your offer just for your atitude. So if I get a defect that needs return, then you will say that "I need to kiss your arse" since I'm the one that need your customer service. Sketchy attitude if you ask me, Pfft!

Other dealers have come on to make offers. Very friendly considerate attitudes worth consideration.