Re: Styrofoam Wine Shippers-Where to buy?

Apr 06, 2004 1 Replies

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Its the shipping that jacks the price up.


To the OP,

1) I agree that as a generality styrofoam shippers are overkill for a move. Millions of cases of wine are shipped worldwide in regular cases. Of course I want my wines I order from CA via a common carrier shipped in styrofoam, because they're likely to be flipped and tossed. But if you're moving yourself, or hiring movers, regular 12 pack cardboard cases taped securely and labeled FRAGILE - THIS END UP should be sufficient.

2) If you really think you need styrofoam shippers, try a retailer with a mailorder business. I forget what part of NJ you're in. Certainly Wine Library uses good shippers. Don't bother with Garys or Supercellars, I think they use those "Spirited Shipper" cardboard and peanut combos.

3) If you're going to be in NYC any time soon, my friend Arv is posting that he's trying to get rid of shippers:
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0511 or email me and I'll put you in touch.

Dale

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