Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail

papajohn67 · 12-21-2009, 07:10 PM

Out went the package Priority Mail last Tuesday, Washington State to Texas. Makes me feel all warm & fuzzy to check the DC and continue to see that the Post Office accepted my package on the Dec. 15th.........and?

When are they ever going to offer a real tracking system?

Fishbeadtwo · 12-21-2009, 07:17 PM

USPS equals unusually slow package service

markem · 12-21-2009, 07:22 PM

Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated.

I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well.

pnoon · 12-21-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated.

I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well.

Which is why I pay my postage online and get the DC for free - cuz it ain't worth

.

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

markem · 12-21-2009, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

When people are willing to pay for it. Don't think that is going to happen any time soon.

Kreth · 12-21-2009, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

Maybe after they figure out how to charge postage for e-mail? I don't see them adding services anytime soon.
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JaKaacH · 12-21-2009, 07:50 PM

Seems like some branches track better than others.
Seven different entries on the progress of this package sent out last Friday.

http://trkcnfrm1.smi.usps.com/PTSInt...00000024251823

Secret Santa · 12-21-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Fishbeadtwo

USPS equals unusually slow package service

Charlie, keep an eye out for the post man today.... could be making a delivery from the North Pole

papajohn67 · 12-21-2009, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated.

I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well.

Your correct as to the DC shuffle but the same day I also sent a package to "stitch" and on the PO site using the DC# it showed La Conner, WA to Federal Way, Wa, to the PO in Eager, AZ & finally that it was delivered.

Life will go on & it will most likely show up but I'm losing what little Xmas spirit is left in me.

Fishbeadtwo · 12-21-2009, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by papajohn67

Your correct as to the DC shuffle but the same day I also sent a package to "stitch" and on the PO site using the DC# it showed La Conner, WA to Federal Way, Wa, to the PO in Eager, AZ & finally that it was delivered.

Life will go on & it will most likely show up but I'm losing what little Xmas spirit is left in me.

Buck up John! Just remember, Santa is watching.......YOU!!!!!

wayner123 · 12-21-2009, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Which is why I pay my postage online and get the DC for free - cuz it ain't worth

.

But John's question is still valid. When will the USPS provide a tracking service?

They do provide tracking for a cost. Last time I checked, only USPS Express (their version of overnight service) is the only one with true tracking. The Express service is much more expensive. It also requires that you have the receiver to sign (you can opt out, but then you lose any insurance on it).

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 11:05 PM

1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal.

Azpostal · 12-22-2009, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal.

kaisersozei · 12-22-2009, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JaKaacH

Seems like some branches track better than others.
Seven different entries on the progress of this package sent out last Friday.

http://trkcnfrm1.smi.usps.com/PTSInt...00000024251823

My luck with DC info seems to vary by which local post office I use to start. If it's downtown Richmond near my office, the DC info doesn't show up until after the package is delivered, if at all. If I use the one close to my home, I get much more detailed info. Not sure if the two correlate 100% of the time, but it seems that way.

stitch · 12-22-2009, 12:16 PM

John sent his christmas cheer to me ! ...
And I'm putting it to good use.

icehog3 · 12-22-2009, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by kaisersozei

My luck with DC info seems to vary by which local post office I use to start. If it's downtown Richmond near my office, the DC info doesn't show up until after the package is delivered, if at all. If I use the one close to my home, I get much more detailed info. Not sure if the two correlate 100% of the time, but it seems that way.

Thus the name "delivery confirmation", Gerard...any other info prior to delivery is a unpaid bonus.

68TriShield · 12-22-2009, 02:22 PM

I get excellent service from USPS.It must be my smile

icehog3 · 12-22-2009, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 68TriShield

I get excellent service from USPS.It must be my smile

It absolutely is.

papajohn67 · 12-22-2009, 03:02 PM

Hot Damn...the USPS website shows my "Priority Mail" package made it to Dallas, TX today. Might even have been delivered...........................

8 days, not bad for "Priority Mail", eh?

RevSmoke · 12-22-2009, 04:05 PM

USPS - that means it is a government entity. What did you expect, service like provided in the public sector where real people have to offer a real product or they'll go find another product? Did you expect Fed Ex? UPS?

(sorry, momentary rant there)

12-21-2009, 07:10 PM	#1
papajohn67 Reprobate From The 101st Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 911 Trading: (62)	Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Out went the package Priority Mail last Tuesday, Washington State to Texas. Makes me feel all warm & fuzzy to check the DC and continue to see that the Post Office accepted my package on the Dec. 15th.........and? When are they ever going to offer a real tracking system?

12-21-2009, 07:17 PM	#2
Fishbeadtwo Another nut j0b Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: Washington, the state Posts: 1,175 Trading: (9)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail USPS equals unusually slow package service __________________ This white coat is a little tight...?

12-21-2009, 07:22 PM	#3
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,623 Trading: (47)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Sorry John, it is a delivery confirmation service, not a tracking service. I often have packaged show as just dropped off until they arrive at the destination and even then (if they didn't scan it) it sometimes never gets updated. I've experienced this same sort of thing with other shippers as well. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

12-21-2009, 07:50 PM	#7
JaKaacH ROCK Chalk JAYHAWK K U Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Living in the golden age of ignorance in power. Posts: 1,363 Trading: (32)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Seems like some branches track better than others. Seven different entries on the progress of this package sent out last Friday. http://trkcnfrm1.smi.usps.com/PTSInt...00000024251823 __________________ --Anger Management Graduate-- WHAT the F^#% you looking at???

12-21-2009, 11:05 PM	#12
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,308 Trading: (60)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail 1000+ miles for under $6...I stlll think it's a deal. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

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stitch Saddle Maker And Cowboy Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Diamond K Ranch Posts: 720 Trading: (34)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail John sent his christmas cheer to me ! ... And I'm putting it to good use. __________________ Cowboy Wisdom: Ifin' ya get to thinkin yourself a might bit important, Try tellin someone else's dog what to do.

12-22-2009, 02:22 PM	#17
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,194 Trading: (40)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail I get excellent service from USPS.It must be my smile

12-22-2009, 03:02 PM	#19
papajohn67 Reprobate From The 101st Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 911 Trading: (62)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail Hot Damn...the USPS website shows my "Priority Mail" package made it to Dallas, TX today. Might even have been delivered........................... 8 days, not bad for "Priority Mail", eh?

12-22-2009, 04:05 PM	#20
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,849 Trading: (51)	Re: Just Venting....USPS Priority Mail USPS - that means it is a government entity. What did you expect, service like provided in the public sector where real people have to offer a real product or they'll go find another product? Did you expect Fed Ex? UPS? (sorry, momentary rant there) __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"