Noob looking for knowledge

Discussion in 'Trade Talk' started by Trooper, Nov 24, 2012.

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  1. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Hello BA world, and thanks for the warm welcome so far,
    Here is my thought. I am a new trader, I am in search of No White whales. I am a so cal hop snob looking to try as many small breweries beers as possible. I have access to some great brews to trade with, Firestone Walker, Stone, Bruery, etc
    And and all advice on getting started is great,
    Trooper
     
    #1 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  2. cfh64

    cfh64 Pooh-Bah (2,070) Aug 16, 2005 Texas
    Pooh-Bah Trader

    Welcome, start here. He mentions most everything, if not everything, you need to know. Have any specific questions at ANY time, feel free to PM me or ask here. Generally speaking, most people on here will be more than willing to help and offer great advice.

    http://alewatcher.blogspot.com/2010/11/new-trader-tips.html

    P.S Welcome to your new addiction :slight_smile:
     
    #2 cfh64, Nov 24, 2012
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  3. ilovermont

    ilovermont Initiate (0) Jul 18, 2012 Vermont

    Start small. Trade locals for locals. $4$.

    Try to find a patient experienced trader to help show you the ropes. Be prepared to ship first for your first few trades.

    Refer to www.seekabrew.com when in doubt about distribution.

    Good luck.
     
    #3 ilovermont, Nov 24, 2012
  4. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Man thank you Ilovermont and cfh64 for two amazing references. The warm welcome continues. And I am just saying but I have some amazing brews that are limited distribution.
     
    #4 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  5. DaveHack

    DaveHack Maven (1,433) Mar 28, 2011 Pennsylvania
    Trader

    Your money as you know it...will never be the same.
     
    #5 DaveHack, Nov 24, 2012
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  6. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Thanks for the follow,
     
    #6 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  7. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Oh this is not my first thirsty habit, I use to home brew as well. Lucky for me I have an understanding wife and good eBay skills.
     
    #7 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
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  8. Dat

    Dat Initiate (0) Aug 5, 2007 Texas

    Good eBay skills as in you eBay your beers or you use eBay for your home brewing supplies? :astonished:
     
    #8 Dat, Nov 24, 2012
  9. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    No I sell on ebay and the extra money I make I spend on my thirsty hobbies.
     
    #9 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  10. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    I drink all my beer :slight_smile:
     
    #10 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
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  11. cfh64

    cfh64 Pooh-Bah (2,070) Aug 16, 2005 Texas
    Pooh-Bah Trader

    Whew...I'm glad this was cleared up because I was wondering the same thing and thought "uh oh".
     
    #11 cfh64, Nov 24, 2012
  12. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    No I do not agree with the buying and gouge selling of rare brews. I do have ever love the idea of barter trade so I can try brews that others wise will never get to California. I do how ever bring said brews to dinner at friends houses and show off. :wink:
     
    #12 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
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  13. founder26

    founder26 Initiate (0) Sep 9, 2009 Michigan

    I hope you sell alot on ebay, shipping beer is FREAKING EXPENSIVE! like others have said though start small, look through the beer list as to what beers you want to try and who has them and send some people some messages to set up trades. if you have any questions or possibly wanna set up a trade with me lmk.
     
    #13 founder26, Nov 24, 2012
  14. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Thanks F26, I sent you a follow so to keep in touch. I do sell a lot and ebay and have accounts for shipping FedEx and ups. Kind of all set up in the shipping dept, if you take a look at my profile you can see the styles I am interested in, are there brews out this way you are looking for?
     
    #14 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  15. Kenye

    Kenye Initiate (0) Jun 28, 2012 Oklahoma

    Not into sours?! Blasphemy!
     
    #15 Kenye, Nov 24, 2012
  16. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Lol as so many of my brew friends say, I am just a snob in my styles.
     
    #16 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  17. Steimie

    Steimie Maven (1,428) Jan 7, 2012 Michigan

    COMMUNICATE!! I've tried to help out two brand new traders recently and I'm likely not trading with either of them again. They didn't communicate delays in shipping and/or when their boxes had shipped or when my box had landed. Send a note...it takes 2 minutes.

    Send a box you'd be happy to get.

    These are the things you need to know.
     
    #17 Steimie, Nov 24, 2012
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  18. Trooper

    Trooper Initiate (0) Nov 22, 2012 California

    Thanks Steimie, I will follow that advice, as well I just bought one of those styrofoam shippers, FYI found them at the local Bevmo,
     
    #18 Trooper, Nov 24, 2012
  19. SanFranJake

    SanFranJake Initiate (0) Nov 2, 2012 California

    This was a great thread...a wealth if knowledge!
    Thanks for the info everyone. This will make my BA life a lot easier and more enjoyable.
     
    #19 SanFranJake, Nov 27, 2012
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  20. DanzBorin

    DanzBorin Initiate (0) Apr 11, 2012 Texas

    Trooper,

    Make sure you pack well, spread beer karma, and know that you can't tell FedEx/UPS that you are shipping beer.

    If you need a TX trade partner, let me know.

    But most important is to do this for FUN. Don't worry about rarity and $$$. Fun is what this is all about.
     
    #20 DanzBorin, Nov 27, 2012
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