Buying supplies at boat shows

[LIforrelaxin]

Originally Posted by Winnisquamer

Amazon prime is ridiculous! I abuse Amazon like its going out of style and even when I don't use prime I still get my items in like 2-3 days tops. Really don't know how I used to live before being able to order things so easily!

How quickly you get things from Amazon really depends on your location, and where they have items located..... Common things are in warehouses all over the country, and generally come very fast even with out prime. More specialized items however often come from across the country or even from outside the country.... And believe me prime is worth the extra cost, to know that if the prime label is attached, you get it 2 days no questions asked....

[VitaBene]

Originally Posted by LIforrelaxin

How quickly you get things from Amazon really depends on your location, and where they have items located..... Common things are in warehouses all over the country, and generally come very fast even with out prime. More specialized items however often come from across the country or even from outside the country.... And believe me prime is worth the extra cost, to know that if the prime label is attached, you get it 2 days no questions asked....

Between the 2 day shipping and all of the TV/ Movies, it was a no-brainer for us!

[PaugusBayFireFighter]

Originally Posted by VitaBene

Between the 2 day shipping and all of the TV/ Movies, it was a no-brainer for us!

Downloading all my photos from my iPhone/iPad onto Amazon Prime photos is a big storage saver. Prime also allows you to 'borrow' kindle books from other kindle owners.

In Seattle Washington you can now get booze delivered to you in ONE HOUR with Amazon Prime.
http://bgr.com/2015/08/27/amazon-pri...ohol-delivery/

[Descant]

I've bought lines, fenders, etc on the last day of the NE Boat show when the shop just didn't want to load stuff on to the truck and take it back. You have to barter not just pay the sticker price.

[Rich]

Boat show prices... check what you are buying. Gimicks and gadgets are often over priced. Regular supplies may not be very over priced as we tend to know more about what we normally buy.

Bring your smart phone, check online prices when at the show. If you can get it significantly cheaper on Amazon or Defender, then as the vendor if they want to meet online prices, or if they are close to the price, just buy it from them to support your local guy.

When I've purchased things at a show that were being pushed hard, or with a lot of demo time, they tend to be very over priced, sort of like the snake oil hawkers of the old days.

I phone gets a lot of work checking prices lately when I shop, especially at shows.

[Descant]

OP said "New boat owner". If you bought from a dealer, take the list to them and see if they'll offer a package.

As you use the boat more, preferences may change. Don't overbuy just because it's fun.

Put your list on Amazon. Maybe you'll get Father's Day presents? Throw a "Christening Party" and let folks know where you're registered. Duplicates are good. Two anchors & line, two charts, etc.

Using a local dealer means easy return/swap. Parafunalia is nice about this, even if you special order. Maybe a clerk who will say "Not many people buy these, try this" Sometimes upselling, but often good advice.

What's your vessel name? You can get embroidered stuff at the NE Boat show while you are at the show. Also, almost anything with the name on it from www.vistaprint.com.

[Patofnaud]

Originally Posted by Descant

Put your list on Amazon. Maybe you'll get Father's Day presents?

That's what I did prior to Xmas, now I can't wait for Spring. Santa was nice.