Thanks for the tips! Just an aside/fun fact: though the USPS is a public service, it is not "taxpayer funded." A little known fact is that the postal service is actually fully self-funded through its own sales of postage and other services!
You may need to hit the Google machine bro. The USPS has lost about $90B since 2007 and was granted a $50B lifeline from the government. Given that the government has zero money...USPS has been funded indirectly with tax payer dollars.
0:54 I just want to clear something up Regie, the boxes are not taxpayer funded. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. The boxes are paid for by the Priority Mail shipping postage that you use to ship those same boxes. That's why you aren't supposed to use them for non Priority Mail uses. Other than that, you did a great job- it was an absolutely excellent video, thank you! Liked and subscribed.
Thanks for the kind words. 😄 Does USPS no longer receive tax brakes and other government subsidies? I thought this was all well established but maybe that is no longer the case: fortune.com/2015/03/27/us-postal-service/amp/
@@RegieCollects Your video says the boxes are taxpayer funded. They are part of the USPS's operational budget, which is not generally taxpayer funded. The cost of the boxes is a part of the postage paid when customers mail Priority Mail packages. (Analogous to "free shipping," which is not really free- it's hidden in the price of the item.) . . . As far as your Fortune article, I'm happy to debate you on that. The 3 items listed in the article aren't direct payments to the USPS with taxpayer funds. (For ex. Shapiro considers UPS and FedEx not being able to use mailboxes as something that's worth $14B. Thing is, that's an intangible asset. It's not the same as $14B of taxpayer funds going into the USPS coffers annually.) And, any discussion of USPS's finances wouldn't be complete without mentioning their unusual pension funding requirements (hint: search for "USPS Fairness Act"). Basically, it's complicated. But, back to the main point: no, the "free" boxes are not subsidized by taxpayers, and it's not accurate to say that. They are paid for by postal customers.
100% Solid advice. I've adopted this approach myself, more or less, and have fortunately never had a problem with books arriving damaged. It really mitigates many scenarios where books get damaged in transit. And no evil popcorn required. Good stuff as always Regie.
Hey Reg really good video. Like Trev the Shipping Guru, I also have been working in the shipping industry for 28+ years. I just wanted to say a few quick things without being too long. First you can never use too much tape on your box. I suggest at least three wrap around for first wrap and then a cross wrap. I know print outs for the recipients address is the norm but I also suggest writing the address on the box as well as the return address, on both boxes. I noticed you didn’t mention, unless I missed it, invoicing. I would like to suggest using two invoices. One wrapped with the brick of books and one on top. I make these suggestions without a long explanation only due to what I see happen to package every day.
You're like the friend everyone needs that knows something about something and doesn't need to check the Google. How do I do this? Well, lets talk to Regie. Thanks man!
Regie and fellow viewers, just fyi, a typical comic book short box that can hold 125 to 150 raw comics, fits perfectly inside a CGC shipping box that typically holds 25 stabbed comic books. It's spectacular for shipping raw comic books in bulk. Take care.
A button down??? You own others shirts than Tees????😲😲😲 great video. There is some restrictions for international shipping using single purpose plastic. The bubble wrap and cellophane wrap is becoming more and more a no no for shipping. I have found that newsprint paper CLEAN BLANK newsprint paper works for the cellophane and there are more recyclable " bubble wrap type" products available.
You can make the best tutorial in the world, but if you're apparel changes from the norm, nobody will see it!🤣 Great info and great packing job! Minus those poor cuts 😉
Reggie - please, I beg you with tears in my eyes, offer to teach Marvel and other Indie publishers (ex IDW) how to ship comics to comic shops! The double box with bubble wrap is already used by DC and hardly any issues. Just found out last night that my LCS is not going to have enough Marvel comics for subs this week due to damage. :( It’s not going to be the best day of the week for a lot of people.
I don’t think publishers technically ship comics. It’s the printers and fulfillment centers like Diamond, Lunar, etc. My printer for Isolation for example shipped copies of the book to LCS that placed large orders. They know how to ship for sure. They had an inner / outer box, bubble wrap and shrink wrap. Sorta what I showed in this video.
@@RegieCollects totally agree about my mistake. Diamond was the one who sent the books to my LCS that didn’t survive (at least not in full). Needless to say - Diamond might need a trainer.
The USPS boxes are not paid by taxpayers, the cost is included in the flat rate you pay to ship the boxes. And I believe for that reason, if you are using extra boxes or flat rate envelopes for internal packaging, you can be fined by the government. Even if it was taxpayer paid 'free' boxes, I am not a huge fan of my taxes going toward your internal packing material. I gave up using Flat Rate boxes for Cubic Shipping when shipping comics. You can buy thicker boxes that are comic book sized from companies like U-line. You can buy 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 and 0.5 cubic feet boxes to ship cheaper than the flat rate boxes if you use free online postage software like pirateship to gain access to the commercial postage rates. The different height boxes allow you to ship different amounts of comics from 16-70 raw books with plenty of bubble wrap. No extra coardboard or packing material needed.
Can you point me to the provision in the terms of use that speak to this because I haven’t seen it? You cannot use envelopes as packing material nor can you tape boxes together but using a box within a box isn’t something that I’ve seen as a restriction. Thanks in advance for sending this over. Additional: I do believe that the USPS is receiving about $50 billion over the next decade because it has been losing money in the billions since 2007. Considering that the government has zero money, the post office is indeed receiving taxpayer dollars (indirectly).
I love the cling wrap to keep the bundles tight, but I'm not sure it would be easy on CGC to undo all the wrap without overhandling the books you want to keep pristine. What is your experience with that Regie?
@@RegieCollectsIn general, how much would you charge for shipping a priority mail large box? I'm asking because I know someone that says paying over $10 for shipping for comics is too much. And from my experience, shipping a USPS Medium box is around $14-$15. Thanks for getting back to me!
Ah ok. A lot depends upon the shipping service that you use ( USPS direct, Shippo, Shipstation, Pirate Ship, etc.). A medium flat rate is no more than $15, large flat rate is $20. I charge less for first class, etc. The person that you’re talking with my use Media Mail which I refuse to use. My goal with shipping is to get the box as quickly and safely to its destination. Media mails transit time is slow and puts the shipment at risk for damage. IMO
@@RegieCollects Thank you man, yeah his argument makes it seem like people (I guess referring to us) are asking way too high for shipping because we use priority boxes for big lots. He said he was able to fit 16 books in 2 gemini's and fit them in a legal flat rate envelope for just over $7. I question the safety of those books because I doubt they have any other protection inside the gemini mailer. Thanks again man, I always go to your channel for tips and advice!
I also use a Gemini Mailer and legal flat rate combo. It works really well. I use the smaller Gemini mailer so I can't fit 16 books inside of mine. You asked about larger boxes so that's where I focused my initial comment. The Gemini Mailer / legal flat rate is an inexpensive way to get books where they need to go cheaply. I use boxes for larger quantities of books and or slabs.
As someone whose job is shipping Cards/Comics, this was a fantastic video. 👊
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This is an incredibly smart and cost effective method to ship a lot of comics. Adding it to my arsenal.👍🏻👍🏻👊🏻
Thanks for the tips! Just an aside/fun fact: though the USPS is a public service, it is not "taxpayer funded." A little known fact is that the postal service is actually fully self-funded through its own sales of postage and other services!
You may need to hit the Google machine bro. The USPS has lost about $90B since 2007 and was granted a $50B lifeline from the government. Given that the government has zero money...USPS has been funded indirectly with tax payer dollars.
0:54 I just want to clear something up Regie, the boxes are not taxpayer funded. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. The boxes are paid for by the Priority Mail shipping postage that you use to ship those same boxes. That's why you aren't supposed to use them for non Priority Mail uses. Other than that, you did a great job- it was an absolutely excellent video, thank you! Liked and subscribed.
Thanks for the kind words. 😄 Does USPS no longer receive tax brakes and other government subsidies? I thought this was all well established but maybe that is no longer the case: fortune.com/2015/03/27/us-postal-service/amp/
@@RegieCollects Your video says the boxes are taxpayer funded. They are part of the USPS's operational budget, which is not generally taxpayer funded. The cost of the boxes is a part of the postage paid when customers mail Priority Mail packages. (Analogous to "free shipping," which is not really free- it's hidden in the price of the item.) . . . As far as your Fortune article, I'm happy to debate you on that. The 3 items listed in the article aren't direct payments to the USPS with taxpayer funds. (For ex. Shapiro considers UPS and FedEx not being able to use mailboxes as something that's worth $14B. Thing is, that's an intangible asset. It's not the same as $14B of taxpayer funds going into the USPS coffers annually.) And, any discussion of USPS's finances wouldn't be complete without mentioning their unusual pension funding requirements (hint: search for "USPS Fairness Act"). Basically, it's complicated. But, back to the main point: no, the "free" boxes are not subsidized by taxpayers, and it's not accurate to say that. They are paid for by postal customers.
It’s a throwaway comment. 🤷🏾♂️🤣 Glad that you enjoyed the video overall.
There are few things more professionally satisfying than properly packaged comics.
100% Solid advice. I've adopted this approach myself, more or less, and have fortunately never had a problem with books arriving damaged. It really mitigates many scenarios where books get damaged in transit. And no evil popcorn required. Good stuff as always Regie.
Say no to popcorn!
Sold and shipped my first comic book slab. Thanks for the advice👌🏽
Boom. Congratulations.
look at those pinstripes... 😄 my brother lookin sharp.. great how-to video as well. thanks!!
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Reggie, teaching people to ship bricks of product through the USPS.
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Once again, cool video, Regie!
Thanks for the packing tips!
Hey Reg really good video. Like Trev the Shipping Guru, I also have been working in the shipping industry for 28+ years. I just wanted to say a few quick things without being too long. First you can never use too much tape on your box. I suggest at least three wrap around for first wrap and then a cross wrap. I know print outs for the recipients address is the norm but I also suggest writing the address on the box as well as the return address, on both boxes. I noticed you didn’t mention, unless I missed it, invoicing. I would like to suggest using two invoices. One wrapped with the brick of books and one on top. I make these suggestions without a long explanation only due to what I see happen to package every day.
Thanks for the added tips. 👊🏾
You're like the friend everyone needs that knows something about something and doesn't need to check the Google. How do I do this? Well, lets talk to Regie.
Thanks man!
LOL. I try brother. :-)
Wow- thanks for sharing Regie- good idea-
Regie and fellow viewers, just fyi, a typical comic book short box that can hold 125 to 150 raw comics, fits perfectly inside a CGC shipping box that typically holds 25 stabbed comic books. It's spectacular for shipping raw comic books in bulk. Take care.
Absolutely true!
A button down??? You own others shirts than Tees????😲😲😲 great video. There is some restrictions for international shipping using single purpose plastic. The bubble wrap and cellophane wrap is becoming more and more a no no for shipping. I have found that newsprint paper CLEAN BLANK newsprint paper works for the cellophane and there are more recyclable " bubble wrap type" products available.
Thanks for the video. Box in a box!
Fantastic Tutorial 🔥
You can make the best tutorial in the world, but if you're apparel changes from the norm, nobody will see it!🤣
Great info and great packing job! Minus those poor cuts 😉
🤣😆
Reggie - please, I beg you with tears in my eyes, offer to teach Marvel and other Indie publishers (ex IDW) how to ship comics to comic shops! The double box with bubble wrap is already used by DC and hardly any issues.
Just found out last night that my LCS is not going to have enough Marvel comics for subs this week due to damage. :( It’s not going to be the best day of the week for a lot of people.
I don’t think publishers technically ship comics. It’s the printers and fulfillment centers like Diamond, Lunar, etc. My printer for Isolation for example shipped copies of the book to LCS that placed large orders. They know how to ship for sure. They had an inner / outer box, bubble wrap and shrink wrap. Sorta what I showed in this video.
@@RegieCollects totally agree about my mistake. Diamond was the one who sent the books to my LCS that didn’t survive (at least not in full). Needless to say - Diamond might need a trainer.
Great video bro
The USPS boxes are not paid by taxpayers, the cost is included in the flat rate you pay to ship the boxes. And I believe for that reason, if you are using extra boxes or flat rate envelopes for internal packaging, you can be fined by the government. Even if it was taxpayer paid 'free' boxes, I am not a huge fan of my taxes going toward your internal packing material. I gave up using Flat Rate boxes for Cubic Shipping when shipping comics. You can buy thicker boxes that are comic book sized from companies like U-line. You can buy 0.2, 0.3, 0.4 and 0.5 cubic feet boxes to ship cheaper than the flat rate boxes if you use free online postage software like pirateship to gain access to the commercial postage rates. The different height boxes allow you to ship different amounts of comics from 16-70 raw books with plenty of bubble wrap. No extra coardboard or packing material needed.
Can you point me to the provision in the terms of use that speak to this because I haven’t seen it? You cannot use envelopes as packing material nor can you tape boxes together but using a box within a box isn’t something that I’ve seen as a restriction. Thanks in advance for sending this over.
Additional: I do believe that the USPS is receiving about $50 billion over the next decade because it has been losing money in the billions since 2007. Considering that the government has zero money, the post office is indeed receiving taxpayer dollars (indirectly).
Nice shirt in the intro
Good info
I love the cling wrap to keep the bundles tight, but I'm not sure it would be easy on CGC to undo all the wrap without overhandling the books you want to keep pristine. What is your experience with that Regie?
I’ve been using the method for years sending books to CGC.
How much would something like that cost to ship?
Depends on the service that you purchase the postage from. I typically pay $15 for a medium flat rate shipper.
How much would you charge for shipping this?
This video is more than a year old. What is this referring to?
@@RegieCollectsIn general, how much would you charge for shipping a priority mail large box? I'm asking because I know someone that says paying over $10 for shipping for comics is too much. And from my experience, shipping a USPS Medium box is around $14-$15. Thanks for getting back to me!
Ah ok. A lot depends upon the shipping service that you use ( USPS direct, Shippo, Shipstation, Pirate Ship, etc.). A medium flat rate is no more than $15, large flat rate is $20. I charge less for first class, etc. The person that you’re talking with my use Media Mail which I refuse to use. My goal with shipping is to get the box as quickly and safely to its destination. Media mails transit time is slow and puts the shipment at risk for damage. IMO
@@RegieCollects Thank you man, yeah his argument makes it seem like people (I guess referring to us) are asking way too high for shipping because we use priority boxes for big lots. He said he was able to fit 16 books in 2 gemini's and fit them in a legal flat rate envelope for just over $7. I question the safety of those books because I doubt they have any other protection inside the gemini mailer. Thanks again man, I always go to your channel for tips and advice!
I also use a Gemini Mailer and legal flat rate combo. It works really well. I use the smaller Gemini mailer so I can't fit 16 books inside of mine. You asked about larger boxes so that's where I focused my initial comment. The Gemini Mailer / legal flat rate is an inexpensive way to get books where they need to go cheaply. I use boxes for larger quantities of books and or slabs.
What are you wearing !!!!!
Work attire. Had to give a work presentation.
I don’t like the way you’re using that box cutter it looks dangerous you should put it down lol slow down you’re going to fast lol
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