USPS inconsistency

RevSmoke · 05-26-2010, 03:11 PM

OK, I sent off a package on May 21 via Priority Mail with DC#. Then, sent off another on May 24, same deal.

Why is it that the first one is still enroute, passing through Birmingham, Alabama? Oh yeah, it is from Embarrass, WI to Montour Fall, NY. Now my map skills may not be the best, but there is some serious side-tracking taking place to get there. Here's that one.

Processed through Sort Facility, May 26, 2010, 1:46 pm, ROCHESTER, NY 14606
Processed through Sort Facility, May 24, 2010, 5:14 pm, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222
Processed through Sort Facility, May 23, 2010, 3:31 pm, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222
Processed through Sort Facility, May 21, 2010, 10:12 pm, OAK CREEK, WI 53154
Acceptance, May 21, 2010, 9

9 am, EMBARRASS, WI 54933

On the other hand, the other package was going to Dunellen, NJ - leaving here on the 24th, and it is already there.

Out for Delivery or Available at PO Box, May 26, 2010, 8

5 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Sorting Complete, May 26, 2010, 7:55 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Arrival at Post Office, May 26, 2010, 6:02 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Processed through Sort Facility, May 25, 2010, 10:17 pm, KEARNY, NJ 07032
Processed through Sort Facility, May 24, 2010, 10

9 pm, OAK CREEK, WI 53154
Acceptance, May 24, 2010, 3:12 pm, EMBARRASS, WI 54933

I am thoroughly amazed by the routing and timing of these two packages.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

md4958 · 05-26-2010, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

OK, I sent off a package on May 21 via Priority Mail with DC#. Then, sent off another on May 24, same deal.

Why is it that the first one is still enroute, passing through Birmingham, Alabama? Oh yeah, it is from Embarrass, WI to Montour Fall, NY. Now my map skills may not be the best, but there is some serious side-tracking taking place to get there. Here's that one.

Processed through Sort Facility, May 26, 2010, 1:46 pm, ROCHESTER, NY 14606
Processed through Sort Facility, May 24, 2010, 5:14 pm, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222
Processed through Sort Facility, May 23, 2010, 3:31 pm, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222
Processed through Sort Facility, May 21, 2010, 10:12 pm, OAK CREEK, WI 53154
Acceptance, May 21, 2010, 9

9 am, EMBARRASS, WI 54933

On the other hand, the other package was going to Dunellen, NJ - leaving here on the 24th, and it is already there.

Out for Delivery or Available at PO Box, May 26, 2010, 8

5 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Sorting Complete, May 26, 2010, 7:55 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Arrival at Post Office, May 26, 2010, 6:02 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Processed through Sort Facility, May 25, 2010, 10:17 pm, KEARNY, NJ 07032
Processed through Sort Facility, May 24, 2010, 10

9 pm, OAK CREEK, WI 53154
Acceptance, May 24, 2010, 3:12 pm, EMBARRASS, WI 54933

I am thoroughly amazed by the routing and timing of these two packages.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

I love the fact that there is activity in Dunellen today

Ask Tom about the package he sent out for the troop support contest... it went back and forth about 3 times before finally getting delivered.

SmokeyJoe · 05-26-2010, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

Out for Delivery or Available at PO Box, May 26, 2010, 8

5 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
Sorting Complete, May 26, 2010, 7:55 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812
... Peace of the Lord be with you.

No answer for you Todd... but I am a little apprehensive for the Clark Family.

RevSmoke · 05-26-2010, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SmokeyJoe

No answer for you Todd... but I am a little apprehensive for the Clark Family.

Seriously, there is no reason to believe that this has anything to do with anybody on this board. Yes, the first one that is taking a continental tour is indeed a package bound for Mr. Just in exchange for some Club Stogie materials, I will concede that point - however, there is nothing stating that this has anything to do with the Clarks.

I think you are jumping to conclusions.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

mithrilG60 · 05-26-2010, 03:41 PM

Pah, I sent off a package to Virginia on May 7th and according to the tracking info it's been in n Seattle since the 11th. Good thing I paid for the 5 day delivery option

RevSmoke · 05-26-2010, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mithrilG60

Pah, I sent off a package to Virginia on May 7th and according to the tracking info it's been in n Seattle since the 11th. Good thing I paid for the 5 day delivery option

Doh!!!

Eleven · 05-26-2010, 03:50 PM

I have noticed several times that the tracking was sketchy. My latest tracking is by far the worst.

Now granted, its going to Belgium. But apparently the USPS contracts private companies to handle mail going to Belgium, and they in turn go through the customs process. Check out this one

CP135425017US

replicant_argent · 05-26-2010, 04:32 PM

I sent a package to Maryland recently... Well, actually, NOT recently. I sent it almost 2 months ago... It got there 3 days ago. The package, which wasn't large, about the size of a med flat rate box took almost 2 months to get there.
Good rule of thumb for shipping ANYTHING USPS.... DO NOT USE PARCEL POST.
I was disappointing a brother, and it went out with some other stuff. I thought to myself, "yeah, parcel post will be fine, might take a couple extra days to get there." Really didn't think anything of it. Note to self: Make a conscious effort to send priority, or first class if you can. I felt like a schmuck, and he probably felt like I was trying to screw him. I was, of course in contact with him through the time, and was ready to send replacement items, but he had great class and patience with me and USPS.

DPD6030 · 05-26-2010, 04:48 PM

Even priority packages don't get delivered in the 2-3 days sometimes

Could we get our money back for the postage for these?

68TriShield · 05-26-2010, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by replicant_argent

I sent a package to Maryland recently... Well, actually, NOT recently. I sent it almost 2 months ago... It got there 3 days ago. The package, which wasn't large, about the size of a med flat rate box took almost 2 months to get there.
Good rule of thumb for shipping ANYTHING USPS.... DO NOT USE PARCEL POST.
I was disappointing a brother, and it went out with some other stuff. I thought to myself, "yeah, parcel post will be fine, might take a couple extra days to get there." Really didn't think anything of it. Note to self: Make a conscious effort to send priority, or first class if you can. I felt like a schmuck, and he probably felt like I was trying to screw him. I was, of course in contact with him through the time, and was ready to send replacement items, but he had great class and patience with me and USPS.

That was a bit a of a fiasco but it happens from time to time.
disclaimer:Pete was not sending to me.

markem · 05-26-2010, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPD6030

Even priority packages don't get delivered in the 2-3 days sometimes

Could we get our money back for the postage for these?

I do not think that priority is guaranteed for a specific time interval. The USPS web site says that they usually deliver in 2-3 days for priority. However, many have experiences of a lot longer. If you want it to be guaranteed by a certain date, you need to purchase that specific service.

RevSmoke · 05-26-2010, 04:58 PM

These were both Priority Mail with DC#s.

mithrilG60 · 05-26-2010, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

Doh!!!

Ya

At least it's an unannounced bomb and not a WTS or WTT transaction so, while really annoying to me, he has no idea there's a package stuck somewhere in the void trying to make it to him and therefore isn't really affected by it. Ignorance is truely bliss in this case

icehog3 · 05-26-2010, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by md4958

I love the fact that there is activity in Dunellen today

Ask Tom about the package he sent out for the troop support contest... it went back and forth about 3 times before finally getting delivered.

This was my recent adventure, Todd....like being on a see-saw.

That being said, I generally have great service from USPS 99.9% of the time.

Quote:

Sorting Complete, May 20, 2010, 8:09 am, BETHEL, OH 45106
Arrival at Post Office, May 20, 2010, 7:47 am, BETHEL, OH 45106
Processed through Sort Facility, May 18, 2010, 4:32 pm, CHICAGO, IL 60701
Processed through Sort Facility, May 18, 2010, 2:51 am, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
Processed through Sort Facility, May 17, 2010, 5:57 pm, CHICAGO, IL 60701
Processed through Sort Facility, May 16, 2010, 10:17 am, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
Processed through Sort Facility, May 15, 2010, 8:02 pm, CHICAGO, IL 60701

DPD6030 · 05-26-2010, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markem

I do not think that priority is guaranteed for a specific time interval. The USPS web site says that they usually deliver in 2-3 days for priority. However, many have experiences of a lot longer. If you want it to be guaranteed by a certain date, you need to purchase that specific service.

Yup, I think I'm SOL Mark.

"With two-to-three-day delivery to most locations, Priority Mail services are your choice for fast, affordable shipping"

Mugen910 · 05-26-2010, 07:47 PM

I will take USPS over Fedex anyday...
Posted via Mobile Device

14holestogie · 05-26-2010, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mugen910

I will take USPS over Fedex anyday...
Posted via Mobile Device

...and I call

on the jumping to conclusions on the Clark reference!

Eleven · 05-26-2010, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mugen910

I will take USPS over Fedex anyday...
Posted via Mobile Device

...only if your package ISN'T going to Belgium.

larryinlc · 05-26-2010, 09:40 PM

Things that come to mind. There is no gaurantee on prority mail delivery time. The first package was sent mostly over a weekend. During this time frame, you'll get postal lite from both government postal employees as well as contractors. Contractors, who transport mail from post office to post office, only work half schedules on the Sundays. Also, depending on final destination, your package will be routed to different sort facilities. Don't even try to figure out how the USPS system works...it'll make your head hurt.

Larry

05-26-2010, 03:11 PM	#1
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,861 Trading: (51)	USPS inconsistency OK, I sent off a package on May 21 via Priority Mail with DC#. Then, sent off another on May 24, same deal. Why is it that the first one is still enroute, passing through Birmingham, Alabama? Oh yeah, it is from Embarrass, WI to Montour Fall, NY. Now my map skills may not be the best, but there is some serious side-tracking taking place to get there. Here's that one. Processed through Sort Facility, May 26, 2010, 1:46 pm, ROCHESTER, NY 14606 Processed through Sort Facility, May 24, 2010, 5:14 pm, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222 Processed through Sort Facility, May 23, 2010, 3:31 pm, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222 Processed through Sort Facility, May 21, 2010, 10:12 pm, OAK CREEK, WI 53154 Acceptance, May 21, 2010, 99 am, EMBARRASS, WI 54933 On the other hand, the other package was going to Dunellen, NJ - leaving here on the 24th, and it is already there. Out for Delivery or Available at PO Box, May 26, 2010, 85 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812 Sorting Complete, May 26, 2010, 7:55 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812 Arrival at Post Office, May 26, 2010, 6:02 am, DUNELLEN, NJ 08812 Processed through Sort Facility, May 25, 2010, 10:17 pm, KEARNY, NJ 07032 Processed through Sort Facility, May 24, 2010, 109 pm, OAK CREEK, WI 53154 Acceptance, May 24, 2010, 3:12 pm, EMBARRASS, WI 54933 I am thoroughly amazed by the routing and timing of these two packages. Peace of the Lord be with you. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

05-26-2010, 03:41 PM	#5
mithrilG60 Feeling at Home Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Geoff Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada Posts: 733 Trading: (2)	Re: USPS inconsistency Pah, I sent off a package to Virginia on May 7th and according to the tracking info it's been in n Seattle since the 11th. Good thing I paid for the 5 day delivery option

05-26-2010, 03:50 PM	#7
Eleven Solid As The Sun Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Scott Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,859 Trading: (23)	Re: USPS inconsistency I have noticed several times that the tracking was sketchy. My latest tracking is by far the worst. Now granted, its going to Belgium. But apparently the USPS contracts private companies to handle mail going to Belgium, and they in turn go through the customs process. Check out this one CP135425017US __________________ CA: putting the 'man' in bromance since 2008! --markem.

05-26-2010, 04:32 PM	#8
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: USPS inconsistency I sent a package to Maryland recently... Well, actually, NOT recently. I sent it almost 2 months ago... It got there 3 days ago. The package, which wasn't large, about the size of a med flat rate box took almost 2 months to get there. Good rule of thumb for shipping ANYTHING USPS.... DO NOT USE PARCEL POST. I was disappointing a brother, and it went out with some other stuff. I thought to myself, "yeah, parcel post will be fine, might take a couple extra days to get there." Really didn't think anything of it. Note to self: Make a conscious effort to send priority, or first class if you can. I felt like a schmuck, and he probably felt like I was trying to screw him. I was, of course in contact with him through the time, and was ready to send replacement items, but he had great class and patience with me and USPS. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

05-26-2010, 04:48 PM	#9
DPD6030 Shepard of the sheeple Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: The Mitten Posts: 7,166 Trading: (151)	Re: USPS inconsistency Even priority packages don't get delivered in the 2-3 days sometimes Could we get our money back for the postage for these?

05-26-2010, 04:58 PM	#12
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,861 Trading: (51)	Re: USPS inconsistency These were both Priority Mail with DC#s. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

05-26-2010, 07:47 PM	#16
Mugen910 I <3 Huy Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Location Location: First Name Posts: 8,387 Trading: (106)	Re: USPS inconsistency I will take USPS over Fedex anyday... Posted via Mobile Device

05-26-2010, 09:40 PM	#19
larryinlc Angry Packer Fan Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Starvalley Posts: 325 Trading: (15)	Re: USPS inconsistency Things that come to mind. There is no gaurantee on prority mail delivery time. The first package was sent mostly over a weekend. During this time frame, you'll get postal lite from both government postal employees as well as contractors. Contractors, who transport mail from post office to post office, only work half schedules on the Sundays. Also, depending on final destination, your package will be routed to different sort facilities. Don't even try to figure out how the USPS system works...it'll make your head hurt. Larry