Just a reminder that sign-up has been in progress for a week.
Trading is open to all Brethren, but time is running out to sign up for participation.
If you are interested in the Cinco de Mayo trade round please visit the Trading Post Trade 51 in progress....
http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=243911
What is a Trading Post Trade Round?
A trade round is somewhat similar to the "Secret Santa" pairings that are common with workplace, Large Group, or large Family Gathering Christmas Parties where you are paired to exchange gifts with another person, but without the seasonal limitation. We have a trade round three or four times a year, some having a theme, while others are just general trades. Some are BBQ trades and sometimes we have Hot Sauce trades. We do this to "spice" things up a little to try and break up the monotony of just a simple trade all the time. This trade is theme based on "South of the border".
Ever wanted a chance to try a something different from another part of the country? Here is your chance and the concept is really simple.
The trades are open to all residents of the United States including Hawaii and Alaska, as well as those who have an APO/FPO address. Sorry but other international traders are not permitted due to the high costs of International Shipping Rates and even in some cases Custom fees and Brokerage fees which may also be applied. But this does not prevent two individual Brethren from having an international trade privately with each other. We just don't want to force a trader to incur the extremely high cost of shipping a package internationally. Use caution because we have had some these types of trades turn out to be a one-way trade, receiving nothing in return.
Simply sign-up for a trading account at
http://www.ncgrimbo.com/BBQ_Sauce_Trade/ShowRounds.Aspx Using your Brethren Name. Once the account is created and you receive your password, you then enter your shipping information and your preferences. You then enter into the current trade round and click to participate in the trade.
The computer will then pair you with someone else from another part of the country. The idea is that You will go out and purchase items sold only in your area or region. In return your trading partner has also purchased a local or regional items. You then ship your packages to each other and everyone will receive new products to experiment and cook with.
I have had some great items including salsa, rubs, and sauces that I would have never known about if it weren't for these trades. Many good things have landed on our table, as well as some really outstanding things that I have almost become addicted to.
It's like Christmas in July ..... ummmm in this case ..... April, where you simply exchange a box with another Brethren. It's a lot of fun and we have all received some great items to try. The worst that can come from this is that at least you tried something new and you will have pushed the envelope of your personal flavor profile.
The cheapest form of shipping is the use of the US Post Office. Some use USPS Priority Flat Rate Boxes, "if it fits - it ships", however the cheaper rates are found with the Regional Flat Rate Box B. These are almost the same size as The Large Priority Flat Rate Box, but they ship at a cheaper rate schedule.
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