[Gerbs]

Anyone used the shop Vac at Costco for around $90 for vacuuming the interior of their car? Is it solid?

[68style]

Using a shop vac in a car interior is like trying to do surgery with a machete haha

[ssjGoku69]

I got that yellow Costco shop vac for around ~$60 when it was on sale.

I think it works well enough as a car vacuum although the hose that comes with it is a bit short and and rigid. I don't use the wiry brush attachment that it comes with though. I got a much softer horse-hair brush attachment from my parent's recently broken vacuum.

But if you're going to end up buying a longer more flexible hose and other attachments, you might as well just shell out the extra for the home depot vacuum: https://www.homedepot.ca/product/ridgid-nxt-53l-14-gal-6-0-peak-hp-wet-dry-shop-vacuum-with-auto-detailing-kit/1001389636?rrec=true

[supafamous]

I got that yellow Costco shop vac for around ~$60 when it was on sale.

I think it works well enough as a car vacuum although the hose that comes with it is a bit short and and rigid. I don't use the wiry brush attachment that it comes with though. I got a much softer horse-hair brush attachment from my parent's recently broken vacuum.

I got the same one - it's a DeWalt right? It's alright for the car but I find the attachments a bit too bulky so I can't get into small spots like between the seat and the centre console. I have an old tiny Armor All shop vac as well that I was going to toss once I got the DeWalt but I'm gonna keep it since it can get into small spaces.

[Great68]

I have the actual shop vac brand (Canadian Tire).

I use the stiff bristle brush for the carpet (Find this works way better than just the normal floor/utility nozzle)

https://media-www.canadiantire.ca/product/fixing/tools/wet-dry-vacuums/0540084/dust-brush-1-25--b4914eb0-87cd-4603-8d2c-b1d532fe9160.png?imwidth=1024

And then use these for dash, soft plastics/fabrics and hard to reach parts

https://media-www.canadiantire.ca/product/fixing/tools/wet-dry-vacuums/0540227/flex-crevice-and-auto-brush-kit-1fd820a4-071f-4e1e-83f3-d1bf57474801.png?imwidth=1024

[immorality]

Using a shop vac in a car interior is like trying to do surgery with a machete haha

This, but my regular vacuum died so I had a friend 3d print an adapter so I can plug my regular vacuum hose into the shopvac.

[Gerbs]

What's the best vac I can buy to make vacuuming the car as easy as possible?

[68style]

I like those Dyson ripoffs... like Inse... check them out on Amazon

Works fabulous

[Kilinim]

What's the best vac I can buy to make vacuuming the car as easy as possible?


Cheap Ridgid set from Home Depot. Add a car vacuum kit.

[MG1]

If anyone is looking for air conditioners, I heard the Willingdon location might have some this morning. They’ll be gone before the doors open. Line up and get vouchers I think is how they’re doing it. Phone ahead, in case.

Update: They have them.

[GLOW]

i have a shop vac too, but really these days i just use my ryobi hand vac to vaccum to get most of the debris in my car. cordless and light so easy for me to get around

[eclipseman]

I use this ridgid one for detailing the cars:

https://www.homedepot.ca/product/ridgid-15l-4-gal-5-0-peak-hp-portable-wet-dry-shop-vacuum-with-large-rear-wheels-storage/1000527616?rrec=true

Along with this kit from amazon. Beats paying $80 for the ridgit car detailing kit.

https://www.amazon.ca/WORKSHOP-Wet-Dry-Vacs-WS17854A/dp/B00W9M3RUW/ref=asc_df_B00W9M3RUW/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292947999281&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=826516940140519233&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001493&hvtargid=pla-436642097255&psc=1#customerReviews

[MG1]

Last month, my son bought the Philips One Blade shaver from Costco. I asked him if it was good. He didn't go into any detail, so when they went on sale last week, I purchased it. Tried it out today. It is surprisingly good. I need it to shave my arm pits and below the belt. I've been using a razor and I've always had problems with burns and tiny cuts. I use shaving cream and whatnot, but not fun. This One Blade does a really good job. No pulling of hairs. Didn't matter how long the hairs were. No shaving cream needed. The kit comes with three blades. and three trim pieces for cutting length, and, guards for body hair removal. The blades are supposed to last for three to four months. Plenty of good reviews. I didn't realize how much hair I have. Anyway, with it being on sale, you can't lose.

[Badhobz]

Too much info ah bak…. Jesus Christ.

[N.V.M.]

need to shave below the belt? :badpokerface:

[MG1]

Cleanliness is next to godliness..........

I used to work with a lot of smelly individuals............ reminds me of Bacterian in Dragonball. Krillin doesn't have a nose, but he smelled him, gulolol.

My kids watched Dragonball Z all the time. I learned that shit from them. And, they learned 60's and 70's music from me. Anyway, carry on carrying on.

[mikemhg]

Armpits though? I used to shave my armpits and then found it silly :lol

[MG1]

Yup, armpits. Hairs there so long, make an Italian woman's................ nvm. Badhobz might not want to hear any details. First time doing it and must admit, it feels weird.

[GLOW]

I like those Dyson ripoffs... like Inse... check them out on Amazon

Works fabulous

they have so many offerings, which version do you recommend?

[MG1]

Bundaberg Ginger Beer is on sale at Costco in the states. Got me a case last Monday. I believe it's all month long.

[Badhobz]

Rainy/Misty evening I limped the SC430 with a dead battery (thanks for not driving it IN-LAW DAD!!!) to costco without dying. Thank god the alternator is so stout on the SC.

Wrenching in the parking lot to replace AGM while wacko old men pop out of the woodworks to come inquire about the SC. Got my warranty honored, full refund and core charge, and got some new Michelin wipers for the SC while i was there.

https://i.postimg.cc/nL8svnd5/IMG-9530.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/vmW4hCkm/IMG-9531.jpg

God i love COSTCO !!!!!!!!

[MG1]

I might have posted this elsewhere, but it's useful information. Some of it is not applicable here in Canada. Some are outdated.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00yC_W0fUPE

[Bender Unit]

https://www.costco.ca/kirkland-signature-costco-logo-unisex-crewneck-sweatshirt.product.4000025729.html

On Clearance

[Badhobz]

Nice !!! I picked up two more shirts

[Razor Ramon HG]

Lol, picked one up. I saw them in the warehouse once, but they didn't have my size. Quality seemed reasonable.

[ssjGoku69]

I might have posted this elsewhere, but it's useful information. Some of it is not applicable here in Canada. Some are outdated.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00yC_W0fUPE


I wanted a TLDW, but I watched it anyway at 2x speed

1. Items ending in $0.99 is regular price
Items ending in $0.97 is clearance priced
Items ending in $0.88 is clearance price for the specific store/area
Items ending in $0.00 is a manager markdown to clear out space for new seasonal merch.

2. Samples are to entice shoppers to buy the thing at full price

3. Pharmacy is open to non-members

4. A member can buy you a Costco Shop Card so you can see if a Costco membership is right for you

5. “Warehouse Days” give you greater savings on top of regular sales prices

6. Costco Coupons are very valuable. You can ask customer service for coupons before you buy the item

7. The best deals are generally deep in the middle of the store. Entrance and end caps are more expensive.

8. If an item is $0.97 (Clearance priced) has an asterisk on top right of the price tag means the product will be discontinued. It might be temporary because they are negotiating with the manufacturer and the negotiations are not going well for Costco so they will bring in a competitors product instead. However, further negotiations might bring back the original manufacturer’s product later.

9. Kirkland Signature is high quality and is comparable to big name brands

10. Candy pricing goes through a weird clearance pricing phase about 2 months before a major holiday. Possibly to clear out old inventory to make room for new seasonal candy. E.g. Halloween or Christmas theme candy.

[Badhobz]

https://www.costco.ca/kirkland-signature-costco-logo-unisex-crewneck-sweatshirt.product.4000025729.html

On Clearance

This should be the official RS meat outfit:lol

[lilaznviper]

i recently bought the costco sweatpants and they are comfy

[Badhobz]

https://www.costco.ca/apple-ipad-9%2c-10.2-in.-64-gb%2c-wifi%2c-a13-bionic-chip-with-neural-engine.product.100807035.html

iPad 9th gen for only 398. Only silver is left. This is super cheap

[l2_narain]

Well that's a good deal!

[320icar]

I hate every one of those Costco videos because 80% of the information is either straight up incorrect or just speculation, but as long as y’all are happy then ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[68style]

^ BUT NOT EVEN THE EMPLOYEES KNOW!

[Badhobz]

https://www.costco.ca/apple-ipad-9%2c-10.2-in.-64-gb%2c-wifi%2c-a13-bionic-chip-with-neural-engine.product.100807035.html

iPad 9th gen for only 398. Only silver is left. This is super cheap

Fail myself. i found it cheaper in the USA (thanks tiny angry wife!)

https://www.target.com/p/apple-ipad-10-2-inch-wi-fi-2021-9th-generation/-/A-84761708?preselect=54184190#lnk=sametab

We bought 2FeelsGoodMan

[Hondaracer]

What do people use iPads for? I feel like they are for the 65+ crowd who don’t want to use a computer but need a web browser when they need to look up a capital city or a recipe lol

Almost anything that I’m inputting data in, or need to add attachments, I’ll use a computer. Anything else can be done on my phone. iPad is kind of this dead zone for me in terms of use

[Badhobz]

i use it on the bed. dont really wanna turn on a computer just to browse RS or other car forums. I also watch most of my youtube and other digital content on my phone or ipad as its just more convenient.

Considering the 9th gen ipad is basically the same as the 10th gen, youre not losing out much but saving like 200+ dollars. Best deal ive ever seen

[hud 91gt]

I’m with Honda. I can have my iPad sitting on my lap and I still grab my phone. My eyes aren’t bad enough yet to need the big screen. I also type way faster on the phone. Computer gets used very little these days.

[supafamous]

What do people use iPads for? I feel like they are for the 65+ crowd who don’t want to use a computer but need a web browser when they need to look up a capital city or a recipe lol

Almost anything that I’m inputting data in, or need to add attachments, I’ll use a computer. Anything else can be done on my phone. iPad is kind of this dead zone for me in terms of use

It's perfect for kids - my 4 year old (and her cousins) all have iPads and could spend the entire day on them watching videos, playing games etc. My kid has learned a lot from using it. Managing her screen time has become essential.

I'm hearing impaired and the iPad supports routing audio calls straight into my hearing aids so it makes taking work calls way easier. Can't do that on my MacBook.

And like you say, it works great for the elderly. My mom loves looking at pictures of the grandkids on it (beats going to her desktop to do it and easier too) and she mostly consumes content anyways.

For my personal use it'd handy when I'm just consuming and voice recognition is getting so good that one can mostly avoid having to type if they don't want to. I don't use it much for that purpose but it's handy.

[Badhobz]

battery life on the ipad is also pretty amazing. 14+ hours when watching videos means i can use it all day without worrying.

[68style]

What do people use iPads for? I feel like they are for the 65+ crowd who don’t want to use a computer but need a web browser when they need to look up a capital city or a recipe lol

Almost anything that I’m inputting data in, or need to add attachments, I’ll use a computer. Anything else can be done on my phone. iPad is kind of this dead zone for me in terms of use

My GF is an artist and uses hers for all her digital paintings

[bcrdukes]

For what it's worth, I still have and use the first generation iPad. It's performance has seen better days and a lot of applications are deprecated on it, but I use it for Spotify to stream music to a Bluetooth speaker.

[Hondaracer]

Yea definitely seems like either it’s the type of thing that raises your kids or a niche use like that lol

I watch stuff in bed on my phone but I think an iPad would be too much stimulation before bed with the size of the screen

I’m kinda surprised they are still so popular but the markets mentioned above must be enough of a driver to keep pumping them out

[SSM_DC5]

For what it's worth, I still have and use the first generation iPad. It's performance has seen better days and a lot of applications are deprecated on it, but I use it for Spotify to stream music to a Bluetooth speaker.

Please update the app.
You need iOS 12 or greater.
iOS is up to date.
:alone:

[Badhobz]

I watch stuff in bed on my phone but I think an iPad would be too much stimulation before bed

:ifyouknow::ifyouknow::ifyouknow:

[Hondaracer]

All those dicks being life sized will keep me up

[MG1]

Don't know about you, but I'm more into bouncing titties.......... and ass dimples.

[MG1]

The first iPad I bought was when I went on that 4-1/2 week cross continent road trip. I purchased it from Costco in that state that had no sales tax. I used it to take footage of Times Square. People were amazed at it. I was a bit of a celebrity. Not many people had them then, I guess. I took footage of ground zero, TO from the tower, Parliament Buildings light show, and sent it in real time to my wife who couldn't be there. It was great for that. Now it's at home being charged and collecting dust. Oh, took footage of the total eclipse with it when down in Oregon.

My iPhone is with me 24/7. iPads, all three of them, not so much. Nothing like a MacBook Pro for everything else.



BTW, my MacBook Pro is a mid 2014 model with quad core i7 with a 1TB SSD. I use it daily. Still going strong. In fact, between my two sons and myself, we have seven MacBooks. Three used daily and the rest not. The rest of the laptops still work. With battery issues. Oldest one is a 17 inch MacBook Pro from 2012 that still works. Damn. Apple made some great laptops (not sure about recent models). The battery on my current MacBook Pro is swelling up a bit. I was told by an Apple Tech not to dump it. Just replace battery. The laptop still has value. My eldest son uses PC laptops for work and their lifespan is like two to three years. Five tops.

When my current laptop kicks the bucket, I'll buy another one................. in a heartbeat.

I back up my laptop via Time Machine on a weekly basis and sync with my iPhone all the real important stuff.


I'm such an Apple fan boi. Been with them from the beginning.

Apple IIe, Mac Plus, Mac Classic, just about every freaking model they ever made. original iMac, Lisa, Performa series, you name it. I volunteered setting up Mac labs in schools. I was, at one time, a network specialist. Did shit that even Apple techs couldn't accomplish. Set up the first Xserve network. I believe first one ever in Western Canada. Anyway, it's all a blur now, gulolol.

I remember the days when Apple was not popular and trashed by the PC crowd. I'm glad things turned around. Now, it's not bad being an Apple fan boi. god, I love my HomePod mini's, hee hee. It even tells decent dad jokes.

[EvoFire]

I find with Apple it's like German cars. They are engineered to extremely tight tolerances and the engineering is incredible, some ppl swear by them and some ppl have had nothing but problems.

I'm not an Apple user, but I am on my 5th MBP because of work, the first 3 all had some degree of issues. Nothing that strands me but mostly software issues. Let's see if I have a good one with the latest one.

[MG1]

Which is why I said, "don't know about the new ones." My youngest son uses a Mac, but hates Apple to the core. And I'm not talking.............. okay, maybe. Intel inside, lol.


I've heard complaints by people about the newer models.

[unit]

ive never even owned a tablet of any kind. sometimes i think i'd like an ipad to play some games on, but then i can totally picture the ipad just sitting there collecting dust most of the time. my gf has an ipad pro cause she draws on it, same with 68's, but asides from that i dont think either of us would need one.

[Badhobz]

I find tablets easier to use than laptops. Don’t need a keyboard and if I do, I’ll just use the folio keyboard. I load up outlook, ms teams and basically just work out of this thin tablet. if I need to use excel, tablet excel works enough. Just not good at making pivot tables.

[bcrdukes]

This.

If you're running around all day from meeting to meeting, having an iPad or tablet to load up your Microsoft apps like Outlook and Teams is game changing. Granted, I use a Microsoft Surface Pro 6, so not exactly the same thing.

I envy my colleagues who splurged on an iPad Pro. I don't think I could ever do that.

[murd0c]

Does anyone know when Costco brings in the Woozoo fans? I so regret not getting one last year and know they normally sell out fairly quick.

[EvoFire]

I started using Macs in 2018 which is after the whole butterfly keyboard thing kicked off. Surprisingly I've had no issues with the keyboard, probably cause the machine sat on a desk 99% of the time and I used an external keyboard.

What I had were mainly software issues and a bunch of small bugs. My coworkers had varying degrees of screen hardware issues, CPU/GPU issues. These were Intel Inside.
That lead into the touchbar Intel MBP where it would go afterburner and attempt to VTOL for no reasons.
The next one was a M1 13" MBP where the fingerprint sensor was a little wonky.
I have two MBP right now, an old touchbar 14" and a brand new M2 MBP. Neither of these seem to have any problems right now but I'll see, it's only been 2 weeks.

[Great68]

We just have a simple Galaxy Tab which lives on the Kitchen counter, and use mostly for TV/music while cooking, looking up recipes, things of that nature.

Only bought the Galaxy Tab because all the video apps on the old Ipad 4 suddenly stopped working (Shaw Bluecurve, Youtube) or were unsupported (Disney +).
Pissed me off because it did the job of playing videos just fine until one day we get a screen out of the blue "This app is no longer supported by the OS, update your OS" and then "This device does not support a newer OS". Fuck you apple.

[roastpuff]

We just have a simple Galaxy Tab which lives on the Kitchen counter, and use mostly for TV/music while cooking, looking up recipes, things of that nature.

Only bought the Galaxy Tab because all the video apps on the old Ipad 4 suddenly stopped working (Shaw Bluecurve, Youtube) or were unsupported (Disney +).
Pissed me off because it did the job of playing videos just fine until one day we get a screen out of the blue "This app is no longer supported by the OS, update your OS" and then "This device does not support a newer OS". Fuck you apple.

I mean, that's the same with an older Android tablet. Past a certain age the new OS can't be updated onto the tablet, apps are no longer programmed to work on that OS, etc.

Just wait until the Android tablet does that to you too.

[Great68]

It's just streaming video, how complicated is it that coding for it so massively fundamentally changes between OS's that it can't be written to keep working on the old version of the App?

Some older versions still work, Netflix still works (worked, until I cancelled it) on the pad.

I mean shit, I can fire up an old Windows XP box and still install the latest version of WinVLC to watch videos.

[Vansterdam]

Does anyone know when Costco brings in the Woozoo fans? I so regret not getting one last year and know they normally sell out fairly quick.

got mine off amazon last year and its pretty awesome paired with a AC


just got my first costco card last month boyz :fullofwin:

what kinda kirkland stuff do you all recommend?

[StylinRed]

I mean, that's the same with an older Android tablet. Past a certain age the new OS can't be updated onto the tablet, apps are no longer programmed to work on that OS, etc.

Just wait until the Android tablet does that to you too.

You can keep using old versions of the apps though, not with apple

[StylinRed]

Does anyone know when Costco brings in the Woozoo fans? I so regret not getting one last year and know they normally sell out fairly quick.

If ya wanted the woozoo brand specifically, u can actually order em from costco's USA website and ship em to the border

https://www.costco.com/woozoo-globe-multi-directional-5-speed-oscillating-fan-w-remote.product.100499225.html

[SSM_DC5]

got mine off amazon last year and its pretty awesome paired with a AC


just got my first costco card last month boyz :fullofwin:

what kinda kirkland stuff do you all recommend?

Kirkland Sweatpants and sweatshirt, ask hobz

[Hondaracer]

got mine off amazon last year and its pretty awesome paired with a AC


just got my first costco card last month boyz :fullofwin:

what kinda kirkland stuff do you all recommend?

Their organic ground beef, basically all veggies, avocados while expensive are still the best deal doing price Vs quality imo. The chicken wings, turkey pepperoni when on sale, the Kirkland blocks of cheese again probably best quality Vs price going.

Mixed nuts, the salt and pepper mills, seasonings, better than bouillon, the tortilla “strips” they have now are amazing. Then cereals, Vector and Mini wheats again best deal going.

Basically anything you can keep, or you eat enough of to eat before it goes bad, there isn’t a better deal on imo.

[punkwax]

For Kirkland brands, TP, PT, Laundry pods, coffee k-cups n seaweed snacks are always on my list. Extra virgin olive oil, grape seed oil, balsamic vinegar too but don’t expect top quality/flavour. Still good for day to day cooking for most.

Non-Kirkland musts are Steinfeld pickles (the best out there IMO), tonkatsu ramen bowls, bread, huge wedges of Parmesan cheese, 4 packs of bacon, born 3 eggs, avocados, cucumbers, asparagus and soy sauce. Other necessities such as mouthwash, toothpaste, Q-tips, contact solution etc. are good buys there.

Buy meat in bulk and portion it at home. That said, pound for pound, better deals can be found elsewhere depending on what you’re looking for when it’s on sale but Costco is usually a reasonably safe bet for stuff like ground beef, wings, chicken breast/thighs etc.

Welcome to the club. I don’t wanna brag or nothing, but I am an Executive Member :cool: LUL

[MG1]

What's more awesome is, you can use the card in the US. Actually world wide.............

I am an executive member, too. Not even bragging, lol.

Two of my sons have companion cards. No charge. One is a card I thought I had lost, while the other is a card you can give to a family member (as long as they live at the same address - he doesn't, lol). Well, he used to.

I use my original card to use at the gas pumps at Bellingham Costco, while I use the CIBC Costco Credit Card for purchases in Canada. Home Trust Visa for US purchases (even though they take the Mastercard there). Home Trust, of course, to avoid the exchange transaction fee.

[Badhobz]

Those Costco sweats…. Be careful when you wash them. They produce a shit ton of black lint. So much so that it completely clogged my dryer lint catcher. Good initial quality (hobz patented, BH power award) but it seems like if they lose that much material during washing, it won’t last very long if you repeatedly wash your garments. Also I’m pretty sure they run color…. Good thing I didn’t wash them with any light coloured pieces.

Heavens to Betsy if they ruin my dogs heart shaped bedding’s!

Ps. On top of what the gentlemen above suggested
Buy glasses from Costco. Best prices for sure.
Also buy tires. Best warranty and prices.
Also buy batteries (both car and normal). Best warranty on that too.
Also buy tpms sensors. Dealership wants 1k for 4. Costco only wants like 30 bucks for each
Also buy clothing in general. Rip a crouch, return it after 5 plus years and they’ll still give you your money back

[mikemhg]

TP, Paper Towels, Laundry Detergent, Dishwasher Pods, Olive Oil, Steaks.

Costco staples.

[MG1]

Containers, gardening supplies (organic sea soil and potting soil), bananas, lol. Born Free Eggs, batteries, anything on sale, lol.


I don't think I've ever bought staples from Costco (hee hee).

[blkgsr]

Also buy clothing in general. Rip a crouch, return it after 5 plus years and they’ll still give you your money back

seriously? i wear the big start jeans for work and blow out the crotches on them but just keep buying more because they're cheap and comfortable.....i can return them? damn

[Badhobz]

Yup! Costco's epic. Love them to death.

[Hondaracer]

At some point your time and pride is worth more than the $20 lol..

[GIZZ]

I was at Richmond yesterday. They had no 25L water jugs for dispenser, I hope just sold out and not discontinued.

[Badhobz]

At some point your time and pride is worth more than the $20 lol..

no. no its notFeelsBadMan

I returned a treadmill to costco. it didnt work, i was still fat. :accepted:

[supafamous]

I save enough money on the strawberries each week to pay for my exec membership card - their berries also turn over so fast that they always last longer than any store other than Whole Foods so you end up throwing out a lot less of them if you eat them over a week. When I buy from Superstore or Save-on their strawberries start going bad in 3-4 days but the Costco ones able to make it to the end of the week most of the time.

[ilovebacon]

is it me or the Costco chicken tasted bland. Why are people saying that its good?

[mikemhg]

is it me or the Costco chicken tasted bland. Why are people saying that its good?

No you're totally right, that Lilydale chick is water filled crap. Plump with zero flavor.

[supafamous]

is it me or the Costco chicken tasted bland. Why are people saying that its good?

Yup, pretty bland. The pump it up with some brine but that's it. I've heard though that it makes for great soups and sandwiches especially considering the price.

[punkwax]

Add Peri peri sauce to the Costco list. It is delish on their chicken thighs after some time spent on the bbq.

[ilovebacon]

Add Peri peri sauce to the Costco list. It is delish on their chicken thighs after some time spent on the bbq.

that final push I needed to finally pick one up

[Badhobz]

I’m surprised there are people here who don’t have a Costco membership. The perks are so insanely good, I think it’s totally worth the membership.

It’s the only place I consistently shop at. I don’t think Ive step foot in a superstore for over 10+ years because of this Costco membership

[Mikoyan]

Milk, not for the price, as it's close to Superstore prices, but for the expiration date.

Frequently the Costco milk is fresher stock with expiration dates 19-20 days out.

[supafamous]

I’m surprised there are people here who don’t have a Costco membership. The perks are so insanely good, I think it’s totally worth the membership.

It’s the only place I consistently shop at. I don’t think Ive step foot in a superstore for over 10+ years because of this Costco membership

I have a friend who doesn't want to deal with the crowds so has resisted all these years. He's an ideal customer though - family of 3 and eats nothing but beef so he's probably missing out on hundreds of dollars in savings, if not even thousands. I don't get it but he hates crowds.

That said, if I had to deal with the Richmond crowds I'm not sure I could do it - I shop at the Willingdon and it's gotten increasingly crazy, people just park in the fire lane now.

[winson604]

I have a friend who doesn't want to deal with the crowds so has resisted all these years. He's an ideal customer though - family of 3 and eats nothing but beef so he's probably missing out on hundreds of dollars in savings, if not even thousands. I don't get it but he hates crowds.

That said, if I had to deal with the Richmond crowds I'm not sure I could do it - I shop at the Willingdon and it's gotten increasingly crazy, people just park in the fire lane now.

As a person who hates crowds I get it but unless it isn't doable for him going first thing when they open it's as busy or less busy than going to Superstore when they open. I would sometimes go to the downtown one cause I work in Olympic Village when they open and boom in and out hella quick max 1 or 2 people ahead of me in line but often 0-1.

That said, although Costco is cheap the math doesn't always work out. People use the logic of shit it's hella cheap but if it's an item you ultimately cant finish and end up throwing some away you just lost all those savings and then some. Combining Costco and Superstore is a good way to go for most things though I don't buy fresh food from Superstore and often Costco is too much cause I don't like freezing meat.

[ilovebacon]

Milk, not for the price, as it's close to Superstore prices, but for the expiration date.

Frequently the Costco milk is fresher stock with expiration dates 19-20 days out.

I agree, fruits do look like it last longer than superstore which is a plus when I prep breakfast. Anyone else agree?

[Hondaracer]

I’m surprised there are people here who don’t have a Costco membership. The perks are so insanely good, I think it’s totally worth the membership.

It’s the only place I consistently shop at. I don’t think Ive step foot in a superstore for over 10+ years because of this Costco membership

People will have a family of 4 and think “we’re only 4, why do we need Costco?!?”

If you have an executive membership, the membership pays for itself. If you don’t receive enough cash back to cover the executive membership, they will cut you a cheque for the balance. It’s a no brainer.

We’re two people and do 90% of our grocery shopping at Costco. Works great

[Qmx323]

2% Rewards for exec membership.

Membership is $120 = $6000 a year on Costco and the membership pays itself off.

Family of 4 can definitely hit $500/month at Costco. Ah who am I trying to convince at this point, we're all in the cult now

[unit]

nobody likes the crowds at costco...
i try to go like 1hr before close, i can do all my shopping in 20m when the store is fairly quiet. you'll get a good parking spot and there will be hardly any line at checkout.

[supafamous]

2% Rewards for exec membership.

Membership is $120 = $6000 a year on Costco and the membership pays itself off.

Family of 4 can definitely hit $500/month at Costco. Ah who am I trying to convince at this point, we're all in the cult now

If you add in the odd appliance purchase it's a breeze to save your membership. Some of the in store appliances are a few hundred bucks cheaper than their website or other stores and when we needed a few things this past year we found a delivery guy on Facebook who met us at Costco and helped deliver it for us pretty cheaply and we still saved a bundle.

[Hondaracer]

Not to mention their online catalog. Hard pressed to find large furniture like beds, couches etc. that are comparable quality for even close to Costco sets.

And if you don’t see what you want, wait a month or two. Unlike places like the brick, Natuzzi etc. you do into those show rooms and it’s the same shit that’s been sitting there for years

[Badhobz]

nobody likes the crowds at costco...
i try to go like 1hr before close, i can do all my shopping in 20m when the store is fairly quiet. you'll get a good parking spot and there will be hardly any line at checkout.

That’s my trick to success as well. Too bad by that time the pastry and breads are kinda stale. I like that fresh morning croissant

[supafamous]

If you're hearing impaired or have a family member who is then the BEST bargain at Costco is the hearing center. Hearing aids there are about half the price for the same product that private clinics charge - we're talking saving $2-4k in one go for hearing aids. The staff don't work on commission either so zero pressure and they are happy to have you get a check up and adjustment once a year for free (they'll also give your hearing aids a cleaning anytime and replace any of the wires/covers etc for free).

[acrophobia]

2% Rewards for exec membership.

Membership is $120 = $6000 a year on Costco and the membership pays itself off.

Family of 4 can definitely hit $500/month at Costco. Ah who am I trying to convince at this point, we're all in the cult now

We hit Costco every 3 weeks or so, and for my family of four our single buggy, with nothing but regular food/staples, is between $5-600. Add in some yearly electronics/fun stuff and our rebate checks are close to $1000.

[murd0c]

Korean corndogs are now at Costco, I just picked up a pack and damn they look good. As well they are now selling the Woozo fan which is a fantastic deal for $49.99.

https://www.tiktok.com/@couponcutiecanada/video/7205588915317771526

[blkgsr]

$59.99 in canada? that's online

[murd0c]

$49.99 for the fan in store

[Great68]

checks are close to $1000.

What? That seems a bit optimistic

To get close to $1000 rebate cheque, you need to be spending $4100 monthly or $50,000 annually at Costco:

https://www.costco.ca/executive-rewards.html


We're also in the $500-600 average shop per every 3 weeks category, my rebate cheque was $180.

[68style]

You guys making that RS money... man... if I was blowing 6 bills every 3 weeks at Costco I'd be broke af

[Hondaracer]

What? That seems a bit optimistic

To get close to $1000 rebate cheque, you need to be spending $4100 monthly or $50,000 annually at Costco:

https://www.costco.ca/executive-rewards.html


We're also in the $500-600 average shop per every 3 weeks category, my rebate cheque was $180.

That’s the Costco cheque, he must be talking about the Mastercard refund

[Great68]

Fun fact, Costco's target demographic/typical shopper in the US is a college educated American Woman, between 35 and 45 years old, who is married and living in a city in the pacific northwest, who earn over $125,000 per year:

https://youtu.be/96K9MBvGDeA?t=598

[Great68]

That’s the Costco cheque, he must be talking about the Mastercard refund

Ah I see. Looks like the mastercard also rewards on gas. Hmm, might be worth looking into.

[Qmx323]

https://www.costco.ca/procter-and-gamble-brand-showcase.html

Spend $100 on P&G products get $25 card back - max 2 per account.

Time to stock up on detergents and paper towels etc.

[Vansterdam]

anyone else noticed they got rid of the fried chicken wings ? those were killer

[TOS'd]

$4.99 Costco "McFlurry", Vanilla ice cream with either Oreo or Skor bits.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CpflBrft2Ce/

[acrophobia]

Canadian Costco chickens now come in a plastic bag (and I swear they are smaller than ever), priced at $7.99. US Costco chickens are massive in comparison (I honestly bet they are 40-50% larger) and priced at $4.99. “Hey kids, we’re going to have chicken for dinner every night on our US trip!”. :awwyeah:

[inv4zn]

Canadian Costco chickens now come in a plastic bag (and I swear they are smaller than ever), priced at $7.99. US Costco chickens are massive in comparison (I honestly bet they are 40-50% larger) and priced at $4.99. “Hey kids, we’re going to have chicken for dinner every night on our US trip!”. :awwyeah:

I don't have any proof, but I'd guess due to regulatory differences they can add more filler to chickens or let them grow larger, or whatever. I don't think it's an economics thing.

It's kind of like how American milk lasts almost twice as long as Canadian milk.

[Razor Ramon HG]

4.99 seems pretty steep, no? Maybe if it was like 3.49 or something.

McD is around 4.49-4.69? Might not be as big, but least you know it's the real deal.

[acrophobia]

4.99 seems pretty steep, no? Maybe if it was like 3.49 or something.

McD is around 4.49-4.69? Might not be as big, but least you know it's the real deal.

Sorry, I should have said whole roaster chickens.

Selective breeding and big breasts ftw!

[unit]

4.99 seems pretty steep, no? Maybe if it was like 3.49 or something.

McD is around 4.49-4.69? Might not be as big, but least you know it's the real deal.

dairy queen is like $7 for a medium and that's not even really big at all. more than enough for one person though thats for sure

[tegra7]

Canadian Costco chickens now come in a plastic bag (and I swear they are smaller than ever), priced at $7.99. US Costco chickens are massive in comparison (I honestly bet they are 40-50% larger) and priced at $4.99. “Hey kids, we’re going to have chicken for dinner every night on our US trip!”. :awwyeah:

US chickens are crazy big probably fed anabolic steroids..Thats why I buy my meat locally.

[Badhobz]

https://richmedia.ca-richimage.com/ImageDelivery/imageService?profileId=12026540&id=1760964&recipeId=729

Awwww yeahhh!!!! I need moar. This is USA exclusive. I don’t see this in Canadian Costco yet.

https://www.costco.com/costco-wholesale-unisex-logo-fleece-crewneck-sweatshirt.product.100941233.html

[radeonboy]

https://images.costco-static.com/ImageDelivery/imageService?profileId=12026540&imageId=100941233-847__1&recipeName=350

Awwww yeahhh!!!! I need moar. This is USA exclusive. I don’t see this in Canadian Costco yet.

https://www.costco.com/costco-wholesale-unisex-logo-fleece-crewneck-sweatshirt.product.100941233.html

They had them here - I bought them on clearance for $15 online.

[Badhobz]

Wtf ?!? Why u not post on this thread about disssss:alone:

[Razor Ramon HG]

Wtf ?!? Why u not post on this thread about disssss:alone:

https://www.costco.ca/kirkland-signature-costco-logo-unisex-crewneck-sweatshirt.product.4000025729.html

On Clearance

This should be the official RS meat outfit:lol

:suspicious:

[G]

Has anyone tried those fairlife chocolate protein bottles? Whats so good about them? Heard whenever they restock it just gets scooped up - any people resell them online lol

[Manic!]

Has anyone tried those fairlife chocolate protein bottles? Whats so good about them? Heard whenever they restock it just gets scooped up - any people resell them online lol

They taste just like chocolate milk but have 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk. My nephews who play hockey love thew. I have a ninja creami and use fair life chocolate milk to make ice cream. tastes great.

[danned]

do i get discount in costco if i wear this to buy thousands of stuff?

[Badhobz]

:suspicious:

https://richmedia.ca-richimage.com/ImageDelivery/imageService?profileId=12026540&id=1760964&recipeId=729
This is different

[G]

They taste just like chocolate milk but have 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk. My nephews who play hockey love thew. I have a ninja creami and use fair life chocolate milk to make ice cream. tastes great.

I guess I’ll keep my eyes peeled and try ‘em out !

[EvoFire]

Forgot there's no more chicken wings at Costco food court. Walked away empty handed and disappointed

[supafamous]

Forgot there's no more chicken wings at Costco food court. Walked away empty handed and disappointed

Hot dog + poutine is still a solid fallback. I miss those wings though - great deal and pretty tasty.

[EvoFire]

Was going to be for dinner cause we got some garlic bread and salad, and had soup at home. Poutine crossed my mind, but having to keep my kid's hands off of the poutine on the way home, and it getting all soggy dashed that idea.

[lilaznviper]

sad that costco no longer have chicken wings. everytime i go, i hope that they put the sign back up

[Badhobz]

Picked this up from Costco today. 599. Hopefully it’ll stay warm. It says it’s insulated so it looks promising. It’ll take 24-30h to heat up the water
https://i.postimg.cc/9FT4P1cq/IMG-2336-Original.jpg

[SSM_DC5]

This where the next noob meat going to be?

[Badhobz]

No! Lousy sausage fest

[ssjGoku69]

you can keep the kirkland hotdogs warm in that tub

[68style]

Should adapt the design to the back seat of your LC

[Badhobz]

So I’ve been using the inflatable hot tub for 2 days now. It’s quite good. Only downside is when the bubbles are on it’s a bit noisy. Otherwise it’s a solid purchase.

The motor when heating the tub it’s whisper quiet, You can barely hear it. The temp remains at a solid 39 to 40 degrees C even with the cover off and 1-2h of usage. We used it last night and it was great even in 2-3 degree temps.

[Hondaracer]

Can it go over 40?

[mikemhg]

So I’ve been using the inflatable hot tub for 2 days now. It’s quite good. Only downside is when the bubbles are on it’s a bit noisy. Otherwise it’s a solid purchase.

The motor when heating the tub it’s whisper quiet, You can barely hear it. The temp remains at a solid 39 to 40 degrees C even with the cover off and 1-2h of usage. We used it last night and it was great even in 2-3 degree temps.

You fuck in there yet?

[Badhobz]

Can it go over 40?

No, 40 is the max unfortunately

You fuck in there yet?

I would if I was a younger man. Id probably try it.

[GLOW]

what's the material made of? hopefully not just inflatable rubber/plastic like in kiddie pools...make sure you keep the cover on so it's not an accessible source of water for animals.

i say this because i had a nice inflatable kiddie pool for my kids, 2 of them... and cat/racoon/squirrel both times either clawed or sank their fangs in to them deflating it.

both times happened when we forgot to cover it so i guess they came by exploring while looking to get a drink of water.

[Badhobz]

It’s the same kind of PVC that’s on inflatable dinghy’s. Super super thick. It’s so thick I can sit my 260lb ass on it and it doesn’t even dent in. The cover is also essential for holding in the heat so it’s on when we aren’t using it.

Also bought a huge chemical soup concoction and now it’s full of bromine and other interesting chemicals.

[murd0c]

Forgot there's no more chicken wings at Costco food court. Walked away empty handed and disappointed

I just came back from the Poco Costco and they still have wings.. :pokerface:

[radeonboy]

I don't miss the wings at Costco food court - what was the appeal for them? The few times I had them they always tasted bland.

[Great68]

Can it go over 40?

I don't think any commercially sold hot tub is permitted to go over 40.

[Hondaracer]

I don't think any commercially sold hot tub is permitted to go over 40.

No way. 104 isn’t event “hot” to me lol

Both our previous hot tubs would hit 106/108

[Great68]

How old were they?

Anything with a modern digital control pack sold today won't go above 104, it's literally illegal to sell them to go any higher per CSA/UL.

[murd0c]

Costco has this on sale $150.00 off right now...

https://www.costco.ca/tightra-vaginal-tightening-technology.product.100745539.html

[EvoFire]

I just came back from the Poco Costco and they still have wings.. :pokerface:

I was at Still Creek. Poco is a bit far to go for some cheap wings

[Hondaracer]

How old were they?

Anything with a modern digital control pack sold today won't go above 104, it's literally illegal to sell them to go any higher per CSA/UL.

One was 20+ the other one they had was probably 10-12?

[underscore]

So I’ve been using the inflatable hot tub for 2 days now.

I'm choosing to read this as you've been sitting in it for 2 days straight.

[Bonka]

I was at Still Creek. Poco is a bit far to go for some cheap wings

Bought a bucket to try at Richmond last week.

[Gerbs]

No, 40 is the max unfortunately



I would if I was a younger man. Id probably try it.

I'll try it, so you don't have to, pass the house keys :awwyeah:

[donk.]

Bought a 65" Samsung tv 4 months ago, already has a white spot on the screen

Got the 4 year warranty with it, I guess il get a new tv in 3.5 years

[Badhobz]

Don’t pork my wife gerbs !!! I don’t wanna pay for spousal support

[mikemhg]

Don’t pork my wife gerbs !!! I don’t wanna pay for supposal support

Need a Mandingo for hire? I can keep a secret.

[Badhobz]

No big mike noooooo:heckno:

[MG1]

........... missed taking my ritalin

[tegra7]

Costco has this on sale $150.00 off right now...

https://www.costco.ca/tightra-vaginal-tightening-technology.product.100745539.html

Wonder if that works for anus as well.

[Badhobz]

Shove it up there!!!

then return it if it doesn't work... Makes for a great counter conversation

My gaping cunt / asshole isn't any tighter! I want a refund

[Doubl3_H]

Any deals on outdoor shed/storage?

[TypeRNammer]

Any deals on outdoor shed/storage?

https://www.costco.ca/lifetime-10-ft.-%c3%97-8-ft.-outdoor-storage-shed.product.100535515.html

This was $1649 shipped to your home a few weeks ago.

Not sure how big of a shed you're looking for.

[Gerbs]

Any try the costco bidets?

[beatdownvictim]

Any try the costco bidets?

Which one you looking at? I have a brondell se600 from costco that replaced my biobidet 2000. Almost has the same features but i prefer the biobidet

[Badhobz]

I have a Costco toto bidet and it’s been excellent for 5+ years now. Can’t imagine living without one. Too bad they don’t sell Toto anymore because these Japanese ones are excellent.

[Gerbs]

Which one you looking at? I have a brondell se600 from costco that replaced my biobidet 2000. Almost has the same features but i prefer the biobidet

Any that doesn't require an outlet, trying to see what's the best option.

Anyone know if it's hard to connect the non powered bidet to the hot water line under my sink? I have 0 handyman skills. But would prefer a heated bidet over cold.

[Badhobz]

I actually don’t have a nearby outlet either but I was able to just run a white extension cord out from the back of the toilet to the cabinet. I just nailed the cord to the baseboard and it’s been fine.

[GLOW]

so with the bidet no more need for TP, or do you still wipe?

my peasant brain is curious. :considered:

[sonick]

so with the bidet no more need for TP, or do you still wipe?

my peasant brain is curious. :considered:

You use tp to dry your moist ass

[beatdownvictim]

Yep unless u sitting there for a couple of minutes with the fan on

Cold water ghetto bidet isnt bad does the job still

[Razor Ramon HG]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRL4l2GOqXk

[Valour]

Walmart over the Easter weekend had a great price on AAA prime rib roasts. I bought one for $28 and split it in to two 20 oz rib steaks. might go back to grab whats left. in related posts this was the Walmart that was formerly a Costco on Grandview HWY

[EvoFire]

^ How long ago was it a Costco? I knew it as a Walmart for a long time already.

[TOS'd]

^ like 2008

[MG1]

Prime Rib was on sale at Superstore for four days, as well. Every year at this time. They'll have it on sale during one of the holiday weekends. Maybe Canada Day. At least two more times this year.

[MG1]

........

[blkgsr]

so what's the newest/latest/greatest AC unit everyone will be buying for the summer?

costco has that black dual hose denby in store for i think $599, but any one know of anything coming out?

[Badhobz]

That Danby unit is excellent. Even has wifi built in so it can remotely cool your house before you come home. We got one in each household now

[blkgsr]

oh that's handy...

[hud 91gt]

Any that doesn't require an outlet, trying to see what's the best option.

Anyone know if it's hard to connect the non powered bidet to the hot water line under my sink? I have 0 handyman skills. But would prefer a heated bidet over cold.

Waiting through that 10 seconds of cold water waiting for the hot to come. Lol. I think you need an outlet.

[GLOW]

so what's the newest/latest/greatest AC unit everyone will be buying for the summer?

costco has that black dual hose denby in store for i think $599, but any one know of anything coming out?

i was wondering if there are any small/mini portable AC's that are window shakers, I have the danby one and wanted a small one for the bedroom... either that or maybe a dual window fan at the window to circulate air...

anyone have experience with these?

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81u1Ey88l1L._AC_SX679_.jpg

[inv4zn]

i was wondering if there are any small/mini portable AC's that are window shakers, I have the danby one and wanted a small one for the bedroom... either that or maybe a dual window fan at the window to circulate air...

anyone have experience with these?

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81u1Ey88l1L._AC_SX679_.jpg

We used those before we got the portable ACs.

They're decent, but they're loud AF. Also depending on how high your windows are it could be difficult to "mount" them properly, especially if you have bug screens.

They do move a lot of air though, we set one up at opposite ends of the house and had one pull and one push, worked well best to get hot air out of the house and pull in cooler air in evening. Doesn't do shit when it's 30+ though.

[supafamous]

https://www.costco.ca/danby-18%2C000-btu-quick-connect-mini-split-air-conditioner-with-heat-pump-and-variable-speed-inverter.product.100980779.html?langId=-24

Don't know if this was shared already but Costco is now selling mini split Danby ACs for only $1400. You're on your own for install but that could be a huge savings from other brands - I was quoted $8-10k for a 12k BTU install.

[lilaznviper]

everyones got the danby one.
I have a Gree AC unit. Don't think i've seen it in store before so will need to order online only.

https://www.costco.ca/gree-8%2c000-btu-sacc-3-in-1-portable-air-conditioner.product.100767780.html

works pretty well and quick to cool down the room. I live in one of those vancouver specials from the 2000s and its able to cool down the living room area and dining room area without issues. run it a bit longer and able to get some air into the kitchen area as well. hooked up in the front of the house.

[JDMDreams]

Anyone have the nine bot g30lp? It's on sale for $800 thinking of picking one up or should I save up for the bigger max with 65km range :considered:

[Hondaracer]

GANG

https://i.imgur.com/0Sylhgd.jpg

[punkwax]

GANG

https://i.imgur.com/0Sylhgd.jpg

We still gotta play meridian lol

[Badhobz]

GANG

https://i.imgur.com/0Sylhgd.jpg

Nice pants you sexy bitch.

[Hondaracer]

We still gotta play meridian lol

Played it for the first time in maybe 20 years last year, still great

[N.V.M.]

a par 3?


:rukidding:

[Hondaracer]

a par 3?


:rukidding:

Yea just bought my new stealth for that sweet 172yd

[punkwax]

a par 3?


:rukidding:

Hey now. I cut my teeth at that par 3.

Next time you’re at Northlands you can find my name on one of the hole in one plaques in the clubhouse. SeemsGood

[punkwax]

Played it for the first time in maybe 20 years last year, still great

It’s gone downhill.. The grass isn’t what it used to be so there are tough lies everywhere when you miss the greens. Often times chipping off of basically dirt. Still a good challenge though.

Peace Portal’s par 3 used to have the thickest, most playable grass but it’s gone downhill a bit too. Haven’t played it since the new owners took over and hope they can restore it to its former glory. At its peak you’d get a decent lie 90% of the time if you missed the green. Now I’d say it’s 60-70% time at best.

PP Par 3 is also a good challenge because there are a few holes where you can’t take a full swing because of the trees overhead. My 56 is good for 100 yards normally and the 2nd hole is like 95 downhill. I have to hit a knockdown PW at like 75% but the greens are so receptive that it’ll stick. It’s good practice and my wife enjoys it as she’s just getting into golf.

Peace Portal’s full size course is now called The Hills at Portal Golf Club under its new ownership. They’ve made some changes including making the front 9 the back as well as changing the lower mainland’s most ridiculous par 4 into a par 5, which it should have been in the first place. 495 from the blues and 461 from the whites with an uphill tee shot to a dog leg right. It was always a 3 shot hole to make the green for me so I’m glad they’ve changed it. It looks like they’ve shortened the original first hole (now the 10th) to make it a par 4 instead of a 5.

I’ll go check it out soon and see what else they’ve done.

/thread highjack

[Gerbs]

If that's the new set that they're carrying it's a steal!

I played my first 18 hole today and the peeps I was playing with recommended northlands as well.

[PeanutButter]

If that's the new set that they're carrying it's a steal!

I played my first 18 hole today and the peeps I was playing with recommended northlands as well.

Congrats on the first 18..

I would save Northlands until you get a little better. It's a great track. Kudos to the guys who walk it... I can't imagine walking Northlands.

[MG1]

Onions are back!!!

At least Bellingham Costco.


Not the little cups. Texas size cups with lids. Good amount to cover the entire hot dog.

[MG1]

Damn....... US Costco hot dogs are not as good as the ones here. The buns are smaller and not as nice as the ones up here. Cheaper, too (exchange rate).

I've mentioned this before. Not many things are cheaper in the US. One thing that's cheaper, hands down, is ice. 10 lb bag of ice is like $2.99 USD.


Bumping this thread, because...................



Bored waiting for Jays game to start. Mookie!

[MG1]

Oh yeah............. forgot. McDonald's fountain drinks are no longer $1.00 in the US. Plus, their drinks suck. Diet Coke down there tastes like piss. What I imagine piss tastes like, hee hee. Their food also gives me the runs. Doesn't matter if it's McDonald's, Bugger King, Taco Time, etc.

Funny thing is, I'm okay with Sonic and of all places, Jack in her Box.

[underscore]

I noticed that too. Now that I'm down there regularly I've started looking to see if I can get deals on stuff I need and most of the time it's more expensive in the US. Harbor Freight stuff is way more than the Princess Auto equivalent which surprised me.

[MG1]

I noticed that too. Now that I'm down there regularly I've started looking to see if I can get deals on stuff I need and most of the time it's more expensive in the US. Harbor Freight stuff is way more than the Princess Auto equivalent which surprised me.

Yup. I don't even bother going to Harbor Freight. They send me these coupons in the mail. Still not enough to make me spend on anything. They used to give freebies left right and center, but not as much these days.

[MG1]

Just got back from weekly trip to Bellingham.

Cot Dam........... did I ever fuck up on the price of ice. It's not 10 lbs, but 20 lbs!!!!!

And, it's not $2.99. It's $2.79, gulolol.

Works out to 0.140 / lb. USD.


Also, no rice cooker. All gone.

[Badhobz]

i usually only buy ice from the gas station (every once in a blue moon when im making slushies or something). 20lbs of ice is wayyy too bulky and annoying to store.

[murd0c]

sounds like you guys just need a bigger freezer lol

[MG1]

I've got 5 freezers. Inherited them from relatives and whatnot (good freezers outlive most people).

Still want frozen wild caught sockeye salmon, murd0c? They must be like15 years old by now. Still good for something. Flash Frozen at Sea. Whole............ the only way to freeze 'em. Crab Bait? Mink Feed?


Anyway, Em Gee Juan out! Gotta go to laundromat.

[MG1]

If any of you are looking for a decent pair of affordable over-the-ear headphones. Costco is going to have a $150 off deal on a pair of Sony WH1000XM4/B

https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm4-b

Sale starts in August, but if you are interested, get them now while they're in stock and get price adjustment later.

The cans are not their flagship bluetooth model, the XM5, but who has $499.00? Bluetooth technology has come a long way. Impressive specs. If you're a purist, they can be plugged in. Best of both worlds.


I recently purchased a pair of Limited Edition Audio Technica headphones, so not really interested. If I had known about this upcoming sale, I would jump at it.

[EvoFire]

If any of you are looking for a decent pair of affordable over-the-ear headphones. Costco is going to have a $150 off deal on a pair of Sony WH1000XM4/B

https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm4-b

Sale starts in August, but if you are interested, get them now while they're in stock and get price adjustment later.

The cans are not their flagship bluetooth model, the XM5, but who has $499.00? Bluetooth technology has come a long way. Impressive specs. If you're a purist, they can be plugged in. Best of both worlds.


I recently purchased a pair of Limited Edition Audio Technica headphones, so not really interested. If I had known about this upcoming sale, I would jump at it.

The XM4 was the previous flagship before the XM5 dropped. I have a pair of XM4 right now. They are one of the best when new and still no slouch. The XM5 isn't worth the extra $300 if the XM4 is going for $199.

[MG1]

It'll be $247.99 after the $150.00 off. Still a very good price.


Too bad the Sony headphones don't come with AptX or AptX Adaptive Codecs.

[Gerbs]

I was considering the SM4 for home use / airplane. Would it cancel 99% of the noise of an airplane? Currently using airpods that are like $300 but they're ok for their size

[Badhobz]

I purposely use them for travelling and they do a wayyy better job of canceling out noise than even the air pod max. Try it ! If you don’t like go return to Costco years later as they don’t count headphones as electronics.

[Hondaracer]

I was considering the SM4 for home use / airplane. Would it cancel 99% of the noise of an airplane? Currently using airpods that are like $300 but they're ok for their size

Many travel YouTubers I watch use these over Bose etc. specifically for planes so they seem to do the trick

[inv4zn]

I bought both the XM5 and XM4 and returned the XM5. The XM4's are great, would absolutely recommend.

The XM4 earbuds are also incredible for NC, but they are on the beefier side.

[EvoFire]

I'm personally not a huge fan of ANC. The Sony ones are alright but I have Sennheiser ones as well which gives me motion sickness. It feels like I am underwater. I also have some Audio Technica BT ANC buds. They don't work as well though, and probably because they aren't as high end, more of a mid tier bud.

I prefer just using IEMs with foam tips. Blocking makes more sense to me than ANC.

[Badhobz]

dont they have ANC in your WHITE BMW M3!? when it works, it works really well.

[blkgsr]

i have the xm4 earbuds....sounds great and awesome noise cancelling.

they've had batteries issues, which mine did too but seems to have resolved itself

[mikemhg]

Just got back from weekly trip to Bellingham.

Cot Dam........... did I ever fuck up on the price of ice. It's not 10 lbs, but 20 lbs!!!!!

And, it's not $2.99. It's $2.79, gulolol.

Works out to 0.140 / lb. USD.


Also, no rice cooker. All gone.

$2.79 for 20 lbs of ice?

God damn we get ripped off HARD for bags of ice here in Vancouver. Whether gas station or grocery store, the general price is now about $4.00 for a little bag of ice.

[MG1]

Costco hot dog. Onions, Bick's Gourmet Sweet Corn Relish, and Maille Dijon Moutard. Once in a while to change things up, Trader Joe's Cowboy Caviar.

https://www.amazon.com/Trader-Joes-Cowboy-Caviar-Pepper/dp/B07VBHJKST#:~:text=Ingredients%20%27CORN%2C%20BLAC K%20BEANS%2C,%2C%20CHIPOTLE%20PEPPER%2C%20GUAR%20G UM.


Oh yeah, Cape Cod Kettle Chips on the side. They happen to be on sale at US Costco.

[Badhobz]

Which Costco had the bulgogi meat ? I saw it posted on some website but I’ve never seen it at the Richmond / downtown Costco.

[MG1]

This?

https://costcofdb.com/costco-beef-bulgogi-korean-bbq-pro-tips-costco-review

US Costco, I believe. Could be available here, too. Never seen it at Willingdon or Brighton Ave.

[roastpuff]

This?

https://costcofdb.com/costco-beef-bulgogi-korean-bbq-pro-tips-costco-review

US Costco, I believe. Could be available here, too. Never seen it at Willingdon or Brighton Ave.

Saw it at both Willingdon and Brighton. It's not always available.

[Badhobz]

Awww boo… I wanna try it. Looks quite good.

Apparently there’s a new ready made sirloin steak too. Might be USA only. Old man if you see it in Bellingham plz let us know.

https://www.costcobusinessdelivery.com/cuisine-solutions-sliced-grass-fed-beef-sirloin%2C-1-lb-avg-wt.product.100358219.html

[EvoFire]

Which Costco had the bulgogi meat ? I saw it posted on some website but I’ve never seen it at the Richmond / downtown Costco.

Richmond has bulgogi, $22.99 a pound

[Hehe]

Which Costco had the bulgogi meat ? I saw it posted on some website but I’ve never seen it at the Richmond / downtown Costco.

IIRC, Richmond, Langley, and Surrey all have them. At least when I used to get them, I could get them in all 3 locations.

They are usually next to the rotisserie chicken. In the fridge section where cocktail shrimp, salmon (with the green sauce thing).

[Badhobz]

Oh ? Maybe I wasn’t looking in the right section. Thanks gents. I’ll go check it out

[EvoFire]

It's in the chest fridges at the end, all the way to the left if you are looking at the meat department.

[Hondaracer]

At Willingdon it’s always next to the fresh Costco sausages packed in house, didn’t see it there today tgough but generally between there and the stuff chicken breasts

[TOS'd]

Which Costco had the bulgogi meat ? I saw it posted on some website but I’ve never seen it at the Richmond / downtown Costco.

Richmond Hill had it the other day. Has anyone tried it and is it good or better to just make it yourself?









:troll:

[MG1]

At Willingdon it’s always next to the fresh Costco sausages packed in house, didn’t see it there today tgough but generally between there and the stuff chicken breasts

Okay, now I have to check them out. Better than Korean places like H Mart or Kim's Mart?

[Hehe]

Okay, now I have to check them out. Better than Korean places like H Mart or Kim's Mart?

It's stronger in taste (both sweeter and saltier than DIY or Korean place).

Goes decent with rice or something to deal with the stronger taste.

I used to get them and separate them into portion bags, vacuum-seal and freeze them. Take out a pack and quick stir-fried and you got the protein portion for dinner done.

It's convenient. But ever since I got my own meat slicer, I just do my own bulgogi with sauce from H-Mart.

[Badhobz]

That sounds just like their marinaded beef short ribs. A bit too salty for Asian sensibilities

[EvoFire]

That sounds just like their marinaded beef short ribs. A bit too salty for Asian sensibilities

I find actually most of the Costco marinated stuff is too salty

[MG1]

Salty like yray?

[Badhobz]

I find actually most of the Costco marinated stuff is too salty

ha! you should try those M&M meat shop ones, or the Maui Ribs. I cant even eat those, need to water bath it first.

[blkgsr]

Richmond has bulgogi, $22.99 a pound

we've gotten it in poco too

[Hondaracer]

Aren’t the Maui ribs from Costco like Maple honey or somthing?

Never found them very salty other than the obvious salt flavours that come with such a fatty cut

[Badhobz]

^do you add salt to your food (like from the salt shaker)? if so then i doubt you find them salty. I dont know any asian person who adds additional salt to their food. Salt shakers are usually nonexistent in their households.

[EvoFire]

What's a salt shaker?

[murd0c]

^do you add salt to your food (like from the salt shaker)? if so then i doubt you find them salty. I dont know any asian person who adds additional salt to their food. Salt shakers are usually nonexistent in their households.

woah I didn't know this until now, what about pepper?

[supafamous]

Aren’t the Maui ribs from Costco like Maple honey or somthing?

Never found them very salty other than the obvious salt flavours that come with such a fatty cut

Yeah, they're maple chipotle short ribs. I think they're great - haven't found them salty but I tend to like my meat a bit saltier than most.

[Hondaracer]

^do you add salt to your food (like from the salt shaker)? if so then i doubt you find them salty. I dont know any asian person who adds additional salt to their food. Salt shakers are usually nonexistent in their households.

Never add salt after the fact except maybe fries

Asian people don’t have salt shakers because they are using a tablespoon of MSG in its place? Lol

[EvoFire]

Never add salt after the fact except maybe fries

Asian people don’t have salt shakers because they are using a tablespoon of MSG in its place? Lol

Also true lol

[Badhobz]

https://i.postimg.cc/GtgJSptC/IMG-6553.jpg

Awwww yehhhhj

It’s a tad bit salty but not too too bad. Goes well with rice and Costco kimchi.

Downtown Costco has it today. Has lots.

[Hondaracer]

You just pan fry it?

[Badhobz]

yeah, no need for oil or anything. Just throw it in the pan at high heat and cook till its a bit brown.

Probably want to preheat your pan so that you dont overcook the beef, otherwise it'll become a bit tough.

[punkwax]

Unless it’s duck breast, always preheat your pan to cook proteins.

[MG1]

Picked this up while at the Bellingham Costco. It was on sale. Really good stuff. Made in Taiwan. Are they available up here?

https://www.costcuisine.com/post/costco-tropical-fields-boba-milk-tea-mochi-brown-sugar-flavour-review

LOL at the review. White chick has no idea............. mochi is something most white people can't handle.

[Badhobz]

Yes they have it in Canada. I didn’t like it though. Too sweet for me

[MG1]

butt, but, but was the texture okay?

[Badhobz]

Nah. Just like any preserved mochi, it’s dry, taste like a ducked up taffy, and lack that chewy mouth feel of a good fresh mochi.

Durian mochi is my favourite and this place in Richmond is the best place ever. Called Car dessert

https://maps.app.goo.gl/mcJ2ZdwdX85oe4VE6?g_st=ic

[MG1]

I'll have to make mochi for you from scratch. Recipe passed down for generations.

I also make special usagi manju. I used to work at a Japanese Food Centre in my youth. Trained with the best. Boss sponsored chefs from Japan way back in the 70's. Now they own their own restaurants in the GVRD.

[Badhobz]

https://youtu.be/tmSrULDVRPc

Guarantee this is you beating your …. Uhhh rice

[MG1]

Nope. Used a huge machine that lifted a heavy ram that was thrown up into the air and came down with great force. Large basin made of solid granite the size of that shown in the video. Came down once every 2 seconds. It was very consistent. Timing was important. Otherwise your hand would get crushed. Had to ensure the mochigome got turned into the centre each shot. If not, the ram would possibly damage the granite bowl or the ram itself. Battering ram was solid metal with a wooden shell. Hard to explain without a drawing. Don't know what happened to that machine. It was brought over from Japan by boss. Come New Years, I was relied upon to make the mochi. With the invention of the automatic rice cooker with kneading capability, people could make the stuff at home. Funny thing is, I have my mom's old National Mochi Making Machine. Works to this day.

BTW, dude in video is slapping the mochi with lots of shouting, but not really turning it that often. Pretty awesome show he puts on. He does put water on the mochi just the right amount. Also very important. Especially when you make Kagami Mochi. Too much water and in a day or so gets moldy. Too little water and the mochi starts to crack over time. Then there are the other types of mochi, like komochi and noshi mochi, just to name a few. Mochi for manju is made from rice flour (mochiko). Manju is filled with anko (bean paste) Koshi-an, stubu-an in both black and white variety........ kuro-an and shiro-an. Sakura manju is probably the neatest looking manju. Made to look like sakura. Pink kawa with mochi gome not pounded all the way, filled with bean paste and wrapped in green leaves. Kuri manju, Mikasa Manju, etc. Made 'em all.

I also made sushi, my specialty being the futomaki. Back then the ingredients were top notch. Even used unagi straight from Japan. I don't think people use it that much, since it is so expensive. I remember making the gu from scratch. Scrubbing the bleach off the gourd strips, cooking the shiitake, etc.

[Badhobz]

You’re like the most interesting old man I’ve ever digitally met. For sure need to go dim sum with you and listen to some of your cool stories. I got so many questions !!

[EvoFire]

Dim sum with MG1? I'm down

[murd0c]

I've met MG1 before and he's even better in person. I'm so down for a dim Sum meet!!

[MG1]

I'll only agree if Flip comes out.

[68style]

Of the closet?

[mikemhg]

Brought a packet of the Costco bulgogi to make for the buds on the first night at the cabin over the long weekend.

9/10 - Very good, would buy again for sure. I doped it up a bit with some added Coca-Cola, sesame oil, and chili oil.

[fliptuner]

Of the closet?
If you were interested, all you had to do was ask.

:ifyouknow::ifyouknow::ifyouknow:

:awwyeah::awwyeah::awwyeah:

[SSM_DC5]

If you were interested, all you had to do was ask.

:ifyouknow::ifyouknow::ifyouknow:

:awwyeah::awwyeah::awwyeah:

Looks like dim sum is a go! Hobz is buying :alonehappy:

[donk.]

Leave hobz wallet out of it, he has 4999$ TVs to look at

[Badhobz]

Yeah I’m broke now. All my money went into this house that shelters fuzzies.