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bob_ninja · 10-29-2007, 01:57 PM

Most online stores provide 2 options, slower/cheaper (for N.America it would be US Postal Service) and a faster/expensive (UPS, FedEx). I am generally not in a hurry so use slower USPS. Seems Bookeen only has FedEx and no cheaper option.

I am in Canada. Besides their higher prices, both UPS and FedEx have a hidden "border broker fee", which is NOT listed on the bill. This additional fee can double and triple shipping costs

I sent a message to them, so perhaps they'll fix it. Any tips on how to avoid FedEx shipping and ensure shipping costs don't escalate. I consider up to 10% (or $35 in this case) to be reasonable.

thanks

10-29-2007, 01:57 PM	#1
bob_ninja Addict Posts: 208 Karma: 582 Join Date: Aug 2006 Device: Zire71	Shipping Options Most online stores provide 2 options, slower/cheaper (for N.America it would be US Postal Service) and a faster/expensive (UPS, FedEx). I am generally not in a hurry so use slower USPS. Seems Bookeen only has FedEx and no cheaper option. I am in Canada. Besides their higher prices, both UPS and FedEx have a hidden "border broker fee", which is NOT listed on the bill. This additional fee can double and triple shipping costs I sent a message to them, so perhaps they'll fix it. Any tips on how to avoid FedEx shipping and ensure shipping costs don't escalate. I consider up to 10% (or $35 in this case) to be reasonable. thanks