This "contest" was inspired by previous "Chains" most notably the contest/link "http://www.tradingcardcentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=293925" by Marc (msw_sportscards).
THE CONCEPT: is very simple I ship off a package to the first person in the list of participants, that person after oohing and aahing at the contents picks one, two or more cards (how many they please if any) from the stack, replaces those cards with different cards and ships the stack to the next person on the list. If they wish they may add more cards to the stack, provided only cards are shipped, (Marc's original chain got some snags when people started adding memorabilia and full card sets to the package making shipping costs phenomenal) Then the next person does likewise (the oohing and aahing, the picking, the replacing, the shipping) until the package gets to the last person on the list who after the aforementioned sequence of actions (the oohing and aahing etc...) then returns the package to me. Hopefully I will then quickly start up a new chain to keep this fun process ongoing.
Last chain the main rule was the replacement card had to be a different year from the card it was replacing. That doesn't need to be followed this time I think it confused things a bit more. Most of the time the replacement card will be a different year anyway.
The only real rule is if you take something out it must be replaced with something approximately equal in value, quality, cardness.
There is no time limit for how long you keep the chain stack, but try to keep things moving so it doesn't get stale. The last round averaged about a week (6 to 7 days) turnaround time which was good. Holiday shipping caused a bit of a delay but nothing major.
Delivery Confirmation is not required but it is requested so that the group can track where the package currently is.
This probably goes without saying but when your turn is getting close please PM the next person in line to get their mailing address if you don't already have it.
PARTICIPANTS (aka: Chainlinks):
July/Aug 2013 Package
START OF CHAIN:
00: redwing40 (Paul) Confirmed
01: bajmurray (Brian) Confirmed
02: WestCoastSkinsFan (Sam) Confirmed
03: Boston5761 (Justin) Confirmed
04: jtrsteel15 (Confirmed)
[package]
05: ayerhead18 (David) Confirmed
06: redwing40 (Paul) Captkirk42 (Kirk) Confirmed
:END OF CHAIN
NOTES:
UPDATE:
Package seems to have stalled. Basically have to close down this round. I might post a new round with some management changes in a few days.
Package was last delivered to tjrsteel15
Looks like Justin currently has the package and it seems to be stalled. Destination?
Paul has dropped out, I will be the new end of the chain.
This current round (July/Aug 2013) is being run by Paul (redwing40).
Hey, I just sent it out Thats fine, at least Brian will get his Habs
Lets go Members! Join in!
ILL TAKE THE A SPOT
I'm looking forward to another round!
Any more takers Today?
Count me in
Welcome to the group Justin and Jeremy!
Any updates on how this is going for folks (who's got what, etc)?
I'll throw in some basketball when the package comes around my way this time.
Bringing this back to the top! If need be I can start a new one and get together a package to send out first
Any inputs from other member's welcomed
Okay, got the go ahead from Kirk to restart this, but not sure what members would want back in, so I will wait till July 1st to hear from anyone who has any interest in joining back in.
If enough participants I will put together another 4 sport package together for this one, if not I will start a Hockey Chain in another thread!
Please respond by July 1st, Thanks
I'm in for either one.
Still in.
In if it's Hockey so be it if it is any that is OK too.
Like to see more members joining in this Time, this will be a great round of cards going out!
This is whos in so far, anyone else?
01: redwing40 (Paul) Confirmed
02: bajmurray (Brian)Confirmed
03: hugeeaglesfan (Spencer)
04: WestCoastSkinsFan (Sam)Confirmed
05: wytmka (Jeremy)
06: Boston5761 (Justin)
00: Captkirk42 (Kirk)Confirmed
Hmm, like to see some long time members join in, would like to say names but if you read this, join in!
Last day to sign up folks, anyone else want in? I will post up with scans, 1st rounds of cards by July 4th!
Okay, I'm going to get this going with 4 members including myself, Anyone will still be able to join in, but will be last on the list!
I have been really busy at home dealing with Family issue's and my self not feeling good of late, so try to get some scans up of what I have for the 1st round going out to bajmurray by the end of the weekend!
I will try my best to provide a nice 4 sport lot and will continue hosting till Kirk takes it back over, hope to have fun with this!
Here's the order of mailing!
01: redwing40 (Paul) Confirmed-(Sending)
02: bajmurray (Brian)Confirmed
04: WestCoastSkinsFan (Sam)Confirmed
00: Captkirk42 (Kirk)Confirmed
01: redwing40 (Paul)
Pm going to Brian shortly!
Thanks guys for joining back in!
Paul,
I updated the first post to reflect the current status of this July package.
I would be in for this too
Still in
anyway I can get added to this month's chain. sounds quite fun and keeps this place alive
New mailing Order!
00: redwing40 (Paul) Confirmed-(Sending)
01: bajmurray (Brian)Confirmed
02: WestCoastSkinsFan (Sam)Confirmed
03: Captkirk42 (Kirk)Confirmed
04: Boston5761 (Justin) (Confirmed)
05: jtrsteel15 (Confirmed)
06: ajerhead18 (Confirmed)
07: redwing40 (Paul)
Okay we have 7 members Confirmed in, Anyone esle?
first page updated using post #37 list.
Package Mailed out as of today! DC# sent to bajmurray (Brian)
Its in a small flat rate box, It included DC# plus $50 insurance on it, which is included with the cost, $5.80 if we keep it in the same box!
Im out guys, Make sure Kirk gets the package at the end! Please dont send the package back to me, enjoy and have fun!
I received the package a couple of days ago.
I decided to keep 3 cards:
Justin Verlander jersey
Matthew Corrente Auto
Colton Sceviour Auto.
I have added in the 5 cards in this scan:
http://s576.photobucket.com/user/bajmurray/media/TheChain001_zpsef71636e.jpg.html
Needless to say, the bottom 2 are with Sam in mind!
The package will go out to WCSF next week!
Thanks for the update Brian. Those are some cool additions.
First post getting status update.
The package was mailed yesterday, so it should arrive any day now!
Package received!
I've decided to take only one card: the Redskins triple GU. I've replaced that with...
http://s162.photobucket.com/user/westcoastskinsfan/media/Autos/football1557.jpg.html
A Bowman Brady Quinn auto, #/199! I did a bit of research and hopefully, this is still a bit of a "targeted" addition.
Cards are re-packed and will be heading out shortly.
According to the DC# (9400109699938732761159), The Chain has reached it's next destination!
Kept only the Brady Quinn auto and added an auto and a gu.
Package will go back out tomorrow.
Justin currently has the package, but needs the next address. I'm trying to work some magic to get this chain going again. Looks like ayerhead18 (David) maybe the next recipient.
Stay Tuned Kids.
Sorry guys I kind of forgot about this. I sent him my address.
Hey guys what is the current status of the package?
Who has it right now?
PM's going out to Boston5761 and jtrsteel15!
Okay, Justin sent me the DC# last night, The package was mailed out on the 4th of Sept. to jtrsteel!
Priority Mail 2-Day Delivered September 6, 2013, 6:27 am ERIE, PA 16541
jtrsteel has yet not PM'ed me back on the package that he received, I will send another and if I dont get a response by the weekend, I will send a PM to one of our MODs!
Does anyone know that if you have insurance on the package, can you claim it as lost or stolen?
Since we are nearing the end of this chain package link I will start up a new link sometime over the weekend for sign-ups.
Hopefully we can get this one finished up before the next one begins.
Updates??
Just PM'd tjrsteel15 inquiring about the status of the package.
Looks like this chapter is probably done. I'll try to post a new round in a day or two. I'll make a change or two in the management of things.
Kirk, I never got a PM back from him
Disappointed that it ended up at a dead end like this, Count me in for another round, with new restrictions that is.....I will throw replacement cards in when the package comes my way, bad call on trust on my end guys, my bad!
Hopefully we can still keep this going!!!
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