Getting the B&B Fragrance Train Rollin' (Again! -- See post 510)

[Baloosh]

PM'd Jim my address. Not sure what all is in it, but I'm sure there's some stuff I haven't tried yet, and some stuff I can add to it.

[Lynchmeister]

I'd love to be added to the train after Jason, if that's cool. I have no idea what's in the box, but also have too many several additions that I can make.

[Baloosh]

Got the package -- there are even some coffee beans in there! I'll pass those on.

There was a Tide laundry detergent stick in there too -- anyone know what that's for?

I'll get the contents transferred to another box (the one that arrived is pretty beat up) and back into the mail tomorrow or Monday. Whomever is next on the list PM me your address!

[jfever311]

pm sent

[Lynchmeister]

Can someone please point me to the list? Thanks!

[Jim]

Here's the list as of the last time it was mentioned in this thread:

I think I have everyone who has asked on the list. Here is the next list as it stands:

ace(NE)
msandoval858
etagloh
tjkirch
BGog
Rsirus
jbasl
Creslin
Buzz
vcowman
josh434
Daveshaves
Padron
Ken from Denver
italianogre
mtwo
Baloosh
Chef8489
Tinzien
aspherical
johnniegold
Ltltony
Crag
mraquarium

The bolded name is where the package currently resides. And we know that the next person on the list (jbasl) is no longer interested. Creslin is still interested, but no shipping address yet to the current owner.

Moving down the list:

Buzz is current, in fact he's online right now (as of this posting)
vcowman is current (last activity yesterday)
josh434 is current (last activity 6-19-07)
Daveshaves is current (last activity 6-22-07)
Padron is current (last activity today)
Ken from Denver is current (last activity 6-7-07)
italianotigre doesn't look to be current (last activity 2-3-07)
mtwo might be current (last activity 5-7-07)
me (of course!)
Chef8489 doesn't look to be current (last activity 3-13-07)
Tinzien has already responded in here
aspherical is current (last activity 6-24-07)
johnniegold is current (last activity today)
ltltony doesn't look to be current (last activity 2-20-07)
Crag is current (last activity 6-2-07)
mraquarium doesnt' look to be current (last activity 2-24-07)

So it looks like there's about 4 or so that might no longer be active. The mods/admins will have to make the final call as to how best to handle this train moving forward (pun intended) to help minimize the chances of it getting sidetracked again.

here is one

[Baloosh]

That list is somewhat old, I'll reference that one and bring it up to date:

Chef8489 doesn't look to be current (last activity 3-13-07)
Tinzien has already responded in here
aspherical is current (last activity 6-1-08)
johnniegold is current, but punked out :wink:
ltltony is current (last activity 6-10-08)
Crag is current (last activity 6-12-08)
mraquarium doesn't look to be current (last activity 2-24-07)

So it looks like aspherical would be next on the list, after me. PM'ing now!

[Lynchmeister]

here is one


That list is somewhat old, I'll reference that one and bring it up to date:

Chef8489 doesn't look to be current (last activity 3-13-07)
Tinzien has already responded in here
aspherical is current (last activity 6-1-08)
johnniegold is current, but punked out :wink:
ltltony is current (last activity 6-10-08)
Crag is current (last activity 6-12-08)
mraquarium doesn't look to be current (last activity 2-24-07)

So it looks like aspherical would be next on the list, after me. PM'ing now!

Thanks. If there's room for one more, could the powers that be tack me on the end there?

[Zeni]

Thanks. If there's room for one more, could the powers that be tack me on the end there?

Well If Cory can ride at the back of the bus, I wouldn't mind sitting next to him.

Cory you coming to Uhle's with us?

[Jim]

Good news Gents, Jason (Baloosh) has graciously accepted an offer to be the head conductor, engineer and brakeman on the B&B fragrance train. Jason is going to do a quick review of all the names on the list and make a few changes on how the Train gets to and fro.... Thanks Jason!:thumbup1:

[Baloosh]

My pleasure Jim.

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to locate it again. I'm going to institute a couple of minor changes to the way we handle the Train starting now and moving forward -- simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

Effective today, all recipients, both those on the current list posted above, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am (well, except for maybe Lynchmeister :wink:). Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before December 2007) and a minimum of 200 posts.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

So if you want on the list, and those already on it who are still interested, PM me your email address and a phone number. Nobody will use the contact information unless the Train derails again once it reaches you. That's it.

[Lynchmeister]

My pleasure Jim.

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to locate it again. I'm going to institute a couple of minor changes to the way we handle the Train starting now and moving forward -- simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

Effective today, all recipients, both those on the current list posted above, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am (well, except for maybe Lynchmeister :wink:). Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before December 2007) and a minimum of 200 posts.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

So if you want on the list, and those already on it who are still interested, PM me your email address and a phone number. Nobody will use the contact information unless the Train derails again once it reaches you. That's it.


Note to self: When sending PM to Jason for Frag Train, substitute real phone number with a 900 number.

PM sent. :lol:

[Baloosh]

Got it Cory. Here's the updated list so far:

aspherical
ltltony
Crag
Zeni
Lynchmeister

Anyone else want in? PM me the info listed above!

[Zeni]

How much do you want for Cory's number? :em2700:

[Lynchmeister]

How much do you want for Cory's number? :em2700:

Grandma? Is that you? Why haven't you called?

[doleeo]

Damn, the 200 post minimum bites me :(

Looks like I need to start posting a bit more instead of working :biggrin::biggrin:

[Baloosh]

Damn, the 200 post minimum bites me :(

Looks like I need to start posting a bit more instead of working :biggrin::biggrin:

There ya go! Priorities and all, dontcha know! :tongue:

On a related note, aspherical has passed on this round, so ltltony is up next.

PM'ing him now for contact details.

[Ironman06]

Oh my gosh... TWO HUNDRED :eek: <<Ironman faints with a thud>>

Well, this may be one prize worthy for upping my post-rate.

Here's my first post on my way up to the magic 2 double-zero... only one hundred and seventy odd to go... :crying:

I'd better get to shopping for some luggage because I'm planning the ride of a lifetime... in a few months or so... and before you ask... no, I don't get out much. :biggrin:

Since I'll be posting more often, I might as well create a little signature line or something... what do you think??? :biggrin:

Look at that! Did anyone else notice that every time you make a post ... the little number next to your posts count goes UP!!! :lol:

... yeah, I think I'll stop now. Sorry. :blushing:

[Ltltony]

There ya go! Priorities and all, dontcha know! :tongue:

On a related note, aspherical has passed on this round, so ltltony is up next.

PM'ing him now for contact details.

http://www.lengfeld.de/minis/funnybilder/simpsons%20-%20homer%20woo%20hoo%20(1).gif

WOOHOOO

[Baloosh]

Got his info. Will ship it tomorrow.

[Ltltony]

The train pulled in today :w00t:

[Baloosh]

Sweet. Next person on the list, (Crag) PM me with your contact info: email address, phone # and shipping address and when Ltltony is ready to send it on I'll get him the info.

[gunner6477]

Damn, the 200 post minimum bites me :(

Looks like I need to start posting a bit more instead of working :biggrin::biggrin:

Yeah but you can make that up in an evening. I'm hosed for a couple more months.

[doleeo]

So now that I'm officially at 200 posts, can I participate on the Train (if it is still going?)

[Baloosh]

Definitely. PM replied to!

[-PO-]

You guys keep this train a rollin and I will be in on it in Dec. :thumbup1:

[Ltltony]

The train should be with Crag soon.
I added SCS Dagger and SCS Bay Rum with a Twist.

[Handy]

Since I'm in Canada and can't be part of the train, :frown: ,
I would like to contribute some samples if possible. Who could I send them to?

[Rem Freeman]

Count me in. I have a few select choices I could add that might interest some people.

[Baloosh]

Since I'm in Canada and can't be part of the train, :frown: ,
I would like to contribute some samples if possible. Who could I send them to?

Thanks for the generous offer!

PM me for a shipping address.

[gugi]

I'd like to join the train. And it looks like I qualify as well. PM sent.

[Crag]

Here I sit next to my door just awaitin' my postman to deliver that wondrous train I have been anxiously looking forward to... Seriously folks, I have been to Iraq and back waiting for the train, and now I can't stand it any longer...I mean, I'm so giddy...I feel like a newlywed waitin to go home to Mama!

Hey Goose, Ya Big STUD...Take me to bed or lose me forever!

Show me the way, MAMA! :w00t:

[Ltltony]

Here I sit next to my door just awaitin' my postman to deliver that wondrous train I have been anxiously looking forward to... Seriously folks, I have been to Iraq and back waiting for the train, and now I can't stand it any longer...I mean, I'm so giddy...I feel like a newlywed waitin to go home to Mama!

Hey Goose, Ya Big STUD...Take me to bed or lose me forever!

Show me the way, MAMA! :w00t:

Should be there any day now.

[mhdagley]

Man one month and some change and im all over this.

[koso]

Seriously folks, I have been to Iraq and back waiting for the train, and now I can't stand it any longer...I mean, I'm so giddy...I feel like a newlywed waitin to go home to Mama!



This post deserves a round of applause.

Thanks for your service Crag; hope the train hits your station soon!

*cough* one post closer to 200 *cough*

[gugi]

*cough* one post closer to 200 *cough*
and a day closer to 6 months....

[johnniegold]

Would one of the recipients please post some pics of the contents of this fabled train so that everyone may have a look? Thanks.

[Zeni]

OMG WTF I'm next?

I'm only going to send Cory some Antonio Banderas cologne. :lol:

[JET]

Just got on the train. I realize I may not catch it for a while, but can someone post the upcomming stops so I can see where I'll catch it? Thanks! -Pat

[Crag]

The train rolled into the station today, and all I can say is W O W. I'll be sniffin away like a mad dog at all the scents...oh and THANKS for the coffee Beans to clear my sniffer...Nice touch!

I'll keep you all posted and will be adding a few new scents to the mix...Royall Colognes anyone?

Thanks again for the great package, and I'll get the train on to the next station soon!

[doleeo]

I'm very excited for the train to make it's stop at my house.

I don't have too much experience with colognes, but I have a few little things to throw in.

[gugi]

The train rolled into the station today, and all I can say is W O W. I'll be sniffin away like a mad dog at all the scents...oh and THANKS for the coffee Beans to clear my sniffer...Nice touch!

I'll keep you all posted and will be adding a few new scents to the mix...Royall Colognes anyone?

Thanks again for the great package, and I'll get the train on to the next station soon!

How about a list of the goodies? Enjoy

[Baloosh]

Great job to everyone keeping the Train moving along! Here's the latest updated list, including those who PM'd me their contact info (Name, Shipping address, Email address and Phone #) and who meet the minimum criteria (at least 6 months membership and at least 200 posts). New additions below:

aspherical
ltltony
Crag (has the Train now)
Zeni
Lynchmeister
Doleeo
Atlguitfiddle
Jet

A couple of gents have PM'd interest, but I either need their shipping address or they don't quite meet the minimum criteria yet -- so get posting everyone, and by the time the train gets to the last person, it will probably be well your 6 month anniversary!

[JET]

Great job to everyone keeping the Train moving along! Here's the latest updated list, including those who PM'd me their contact info (Name, Shipping address, Email address and Phone #) and who meet the minimum criteria (at least 6 months membership and at least 200 posts). New additions below:

aspherical
ltltony
Crag (has the Train now)
Zeni
Lynchmeister
Doleeo
Atlguitfiddle
Jet

A couple of gents have PM'd interest, but I either need their shipping address or they don't quite meet the minimum criteria yet -- so get posting everyone, and by the time the train gets to the last person, it will probably be well your 6 month anniversary!

What station is the train at? I'm patient, I know I'm down on the list. Just wondering!

[Crag]

I have the train, but it's just about ready to get rollin again! Should be heading out soon...with a few NEW additions! :w00t:

Cheers!

[Jim]

Would one of the recipients please post some pics of the contents of this fabled train so that everyone may have a look? Thanks.

That would be nice. Its a shame the original box imploded- it was interesting.

[Handy]

Did the stuff I sent you arrive Jason?





Great job to everyone keeping the Train moving along! Here's the latest updated list, including those who PM'd me their contact info (Name, Shipping address, Email address and Phone #) and who meet the minimum criteria (at least 6 months membership and at least 200 posts). New additions below:

aspherical
ltltony
Crag (has the Train now)
Zeni
Lynchmeister
Doleeo
Atlguitfiddle
Jet

A couple of gents have PM'd interest, but I either need their shipping address or they don't quite meet the minimum criteria yet -- so get posting everyone, and by the time the train gets to the last person, it will probably be well your 6 month anniversary!

[Baloosh]

Did the stuff I sent you arrive Jason?

Not yet... for some reason going US-Canada or the opposite is really slow. I've currently got another transaction across the same border that's still in limbo as well.

[Isaias]

200 posts? yes
6 months? yes
do I have something to add? yes.
woo hoo!
count me in!

[Crag]

I am going to be sending the train out on Tuesday...

Like a dingus I deleted all my PM's so if someone would be so kind as to send me the next "Station" so I can send it out, I would appreciate it very much!

Thanks!

[Baloosh]

200 posts? yes
6 months? yes
do I have something to add? yes.
woo hoo!
count me in!

Send me a PM with the required details on the previous page of this thread, and you're in!

[Baloosh]

I am going to be sending the train out on Tuesday...

Like a dingus I deleted all my PM's so if someone would be so kind as to send me the next "Station" so I can send it out, I would appreciate it very much!

Thanks!

PM sent.

[JET]

Any updates as to where the train is? How long can the train stay at each station?

[Baloosh]

I was just getting ready to post in here, asking for an update on the status.

Crag, did it go out?

[Handy]

Not yet... for some reason going US-Canada or the opposite is really slow. I've currently got another transaction across the same border that's still in limbo as well.

You must have got it by now?

[Baloosh]

Yep - got it. Will cycle with the current recipient to get it included moving forward.

[mhdagley]

So whats the deal with this? I finally made the requirements. Woohoo

[Lynchmeister]

Could one of the recent past recipients of the train comment on how heavy the box was and approximately what it cost to ship it? Thanks.

[gugi]

I guess this train must have gotten derailed again. Oh well...

[doleeo]

I wonder what ever happened to the train?

I was excited :frown:

[Baloosh]

According to Crag, he sent it out late September. Zeni was next on the list, and I have his contact info. Will call him this weekend.

Zeni was last active on the forum in early August. :frown:

[JET]

According to Crag, he sent it out late September. Zeni was next on the list, and I have his contact info. Will call him this weekend.

Zeni was last active on the forum in early August. :frown:

I too was wondering whats up with the train. How long are guys keeping it in their station before sending it back on its way? Wonder where Im at on the list? I got some items to add to it, but man, I may have used them by the time it arrives:biggrin:

[Isaias]

It is taking 3 months for two stations. Why can't we change the format of this train? make a spray it forward. We already do pay it forwards for newbies, but we can also do it with some more experienced members. Every one of us posts the samples we are willing to let go. Someone asks for the specific sample and offers to the board something from his own collection. It does not have to be restricted to fragrances. The only thing that would affect this format is the ability of editing posts to make the SIF current, so you do not get PMs everyday about something you already gave away.

[JET]

It is taking 3 months for two stations. Why can't we change the format of this train? make a spray it forward. We already do pay it forwards for newbies, but we can also do it with some more experienced members. Every one of us posts the samples we are willing to let go. Someone asks for the specific sample and offers to the board something from his own collection. It does not have to be restricted to fragrances. The only thing that would affect this format is the ability of editing posts to make the SIF current, so you do not get PMs everyday about something you already gave away.

It's been a week with no response to our questions:confused:

I know I would have the train for a max of 1 week before shipping it off to the next curious and waiting wet shaver.

[Baloosh]

I've called and left a message with the latest known recipient (Zeni) at the contact number he gave me. No response. Unless I can track him down, this one might be derailed for now.

[Baloosh]

UPDATE:

Just got a contact # from a friend of Zeni. Will call him tonight to find out the scoop... hopefully we can get these wagon wheels a-moving again soon!

[burningdarkness]

That sounds great, Jim. Good news!

I can't wait to participate in this. I'll post again in a few days when I finally hit six months. :)

[Lynchmeister]

I'm so close I can taste smell it...

[doleeo]

Good news indeed.

It's almost a good thing it's taken so long as now I've acquired a good amount of scents to add to the train.

[johnniegold]

Love to see a photo of the contents of the current train.

[matt1779]

How does one get involved in this "train"? I love this idea. Great think'in.

[gugi]

How does one get involved in this "train"? I love this idea. Great think'in.
You PM Baloosh, then wait a couple of years and may be you'll get it to stop by you.

It seems tome that some time limits may not be a bad idea. Looks like the last few people have had it for over a month, which seems rather unreasonable to me. I'd say 10 days at most at any stop and it should move forward. If it ever gets going again, that is.

[waitasecun]

Love to see a photo of the contents of the current train.

me too, I am waiting for my 6 month mark to roll around so that I can join as well!!

[burningdarkness]

Has the train been located?

If so, I would like to be added to the list.

[doleeo]

Any updates on the train?

[Jim]

Any love for the train?

[Baloosh]

Never could track down the last recipient. The phone I was given never got through to anyone, and had a standard, generic voicemail message. :frown:

[Handy]

Never could track down the last recipient. The phone I was given never got through to anyone, and had a standard, generic voicemail message. :frown:

What member was it?

[Isaias]

pffft...

[Jim]

Guess What?

[Austin]

Guess What?

What?

[Jim]

The Train just rolled in to my station!

[Austin]

The Train just rolled in to my station!

Choo Choo

[doleeo]

So does this mean the train is back on track?!?!

[climberslacker]

I hope so, but I still have many many months, and many, many posts before I'm considered for it :(

[Jim]

Coming your way Ethan....

[thirdeye]

It's good to see the train is no longer derailed....

[ouch]

Damn. I received the box over three years ago. :w00t:

Glad to see it still kickin'.

[Scentronic]

What's in there?

I'd say I want to try it, but I might have already tried most of the scents.

[adamant]

What are the requirements to receive it?

[climberslacker]

member for 6 months and 200+ posts, right?

[Jim]

My pleasure Jim.

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to locate it again. I'm going to institute a couple of minor changes to the way we handle the Train starting now and moving forward -- simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

Effective today, all recipients, both those on the current list posted above, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am (well, except for maybe Lynchmeister :wink:). Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before December 2007) and a minimum of 200 posts.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

So if you want on the list, and those already on it who are still interested, PM me your email address and a phone number. Nobody will use the contact information unless the Train derails again once it reaches you. That's it.

Here you go-

[Handy]

Ethan, take a picture when the train rolls in.

[Lynchmeister]

Great job to everyone keeping the Train moving along! Here's the latest updated list, including those who PM'd me their contact info (Name, Shipping address, Email address and Phone #) and who meet the minimum criteria (at least 6 months membership and at least 200 posts). New additions below:

aspherical
ltltony
Crag (has the Train now)
Zeni
Lynchmeister
Doleeo
Atlguitfiddle
Jet

A couple of gents have PM'd interest, but I either need their shipping address or they don't quite meet the minimum criteria yet -- so get posting everyone, and by the time the train gets to the last person, it will probably be well your 6 month anniversary!

Did I get bumped?

[Jim]

Did I get bumped?

Hmmmm, Best drop Jason a PM Cory, it may be just an oversight.

[papasmurf]

I want in

[richmondesi]

I want in in July :thumbup1:

[climberslacker]

I want in in june... can I just put myself on and wait???

[Lynchmeister]

Hmmmm, Best drop Jason a PM Cory, it may be just an oversight.

Thanks Jim, will do.



Hey Ja-son!

:lol:

[Baloosh]

You mang -- Lynch, I need your details bro. All I gots is an email and a phone number... shoot me your shipping address... post haste!

[Lynchmeister]

The Eagle has landed.

Needless to say, when my wife saw the box with a New York return address, she was more than a little ecstatic...until she saw it was addressed to me. She thought her new Canon 40D Digital SLR camera had arrived from Brooklyn. Oops. :lol:

[Handy]

Pictures, man, pictures...... :w00t:

[Lynchmeister]

Pictures, man, pictures...... :w00t:

I'll do that hopefully tomorrow...I will warn you though...that many vials and zip-loc bags may scare some. :lol:

There is a particular fragrance that just emanates from the box...it's intoxicating in its goodness. I'm hoping I can figure out which one it is...then again, it's probably an impossible to duplicate amalgamation of the entire contents of the box! :w00t:

I will say this, SCS New Spice is unique...in a caramelized suger/vanilla/spicy wood sort of way. :tongue_sm

[doleeo]

Wow, I need to check back here more often.

I'm very excited that the train is back on track!

I'm guessing that I'm next...and I'm very excited.

[doleeo]

Any updates on "The Train"??

[Joshua Da Silva]

I can't wait for the 6 month mark :biggrin:

[Lynchmeister]

Any updates on "The Train"??

Sorry for the delayed response. I am currently in possession of the train, but literally just closed on my first home, so things in my neck of the woods have been...well...I'll leave it at "busy." :biggrin: I'm starting to think that this box brings more than just a whole lotta fragrances with it. :rolleyes: I'm not even sure how long I've had it (a month?), but I've only had the chance to sample two frags. :eek: Not your guy's problem, though. :biggrin:

I can have the box off to the next recipient as early as Monday. I just need an address and it will be off to bury the next guy up to his head delight the nose of it's next lucky recipient. :biggrin:

[doleeo]

No rush Cory, congrats on your first home! Feel free to keep it a little longer.

I believe I'm next which is really exciting :biggrin:

[Lynchmeister]

Thanks Ethan, I appreciate you patience!

[Jim]

Say hey..Hows the train?

[BarryR]

Is there any fairly current list of the contents of the train?

[Lynchmeister]

Say hey..Hows the train?

Hey Jim, the train's doing well. I apologize again for what seems to be a now obligatory hold-up...huh...I think there might be a joke in the somewhere...:tongue:

At any rate, I received the box at the tail end of my move into the new house, was able to ruffle through the contents briefly, and stuff it into the mover's caravan before it officially got lost in the post-move shuffle.

I have since reclaimed the train from the wreckage in my basement and had a chance to go through and separate out what I have already tried and/or didn't care for upon the initial sniff test. I'm cruising through the rest and am confident I can have this baby off to its next recipient by Monday. :thumbup1:

[doleeo]

Woo Hoo!

I haven't been sampling any new scents lately so I'm very excited.:biggrin:

[tsmba]

I didn't read back through this whole thread, but it sounds fun. How does one join? I have WAY more colognes than I need and would be happy to share.

[Jim]

Who has got the train?

[doleeo]

I'm assuming that Cory still has "The Train"

[Obelit]

Gentlemen,

I must say, I was starting to get nervous until I finally saw Woods of Windsor on your fragrance list. Now, for some of us old geezers — old in body perhaps, but not in mind — and especially me, no such list can be complete without Trumper's Spanish Leather and Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather. While we're at it, I cannot also neglect Caswell-Massey's No. 6.

I know these treasured fragrances do not fan every gentleman shaver, but they do enough of us. So, please, I recommend that extra touch of elegance and class to this lovely fragrance train.

Regards,

Obelit

[Lynchmeister]

Who has got the train?


I'm assuming that Cory still has "The Train"

Apologies for my lengthy possession as I do in fact still have the train. I know you guys don't want excuses, but you're gonna get them anyway. :wink: You know how it is...you build a new house and move in, get endlessly harassed for not providing pictures of said house, family comes from out of town, work obligations, this, that, and the other.

Well, despite all of that, I'm ready to ship this baby off to the next recipient once I get the shipping info.

Thank you for your patience, gentlemen! I appreciate it!

[Baloosh]

Doleeo's next.

PM sent.

[Jim]

Thanks Cory and Jason!

[tsmba]

How should we "sign up" to get the train?

[Carlin]

How do I get in on the train?

[Jim]

My pleasure Jim.

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to locate it again. I'm going to institute a couple of minor changes to the way we handle the Train starting now and moving forward -- simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

Effective today, all recipients, both those on the current list posted above, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am (well, except for maybe Lynchmeister :wink:). Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before December 2007) and a minimum of 200 posts.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

So if you want on the list, and those already on it who are still interested, PM me your email address and a phone number. Nobody will use the contact information unless the Train derails again once it reaches you. That's it.



How should we "sign up" to get the train?


How do I get in on the train?

Post 261,quoted above says it all.:thumbup1:

[doleeo]

Cory, If you need my address just PM me. I'm not sure of Jason will or if I will.

[Baloosh]

Cory, If you need my address just PM me. I'm not sure of Jason will or if I will.

I got ya bro. Already taken care of. :wink:

[doleeo]

I got ya bro. Already taken care of. :wink:

Alrighty, I'll be sure to let you know when the train rolls in.

[Lynchmeister]

Ethan, I have tomorrow off, so the plan is to roll it out tomorrow. I'm PM ya with the tracking info so you can keep a handle on 'er. :thumbsup:

[Baloosh]

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to get it moving (again).

Also, this looks like a good time to go over the rules for eligibility, as well as add another one:simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

See below:

All recipients, both those on the current list, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am. Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before February 2009) and have a minimum of 200 posts.

ALSO NOTE THE NEW RULE: I think we all can agree that an expectation of 2 weeks is plenty of time to check out the contents and get it moving on to the next recipient. That means that you should only keep the box for 2 weeks max, then send it on its way to the next gent on the list.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

[BigRich]

I hate to be "that guy" who keeps asking an asked question but can someone a) post a photo or three of the current train and b) give a somewhat updated list of what fragrances are currently riding the train.

Thanks

[atlguitfiddle]

I hate to be "that guy" who keeps asking an asked question but can someone a) post a photo or three of the current train and b) give a somewhat updated list of what fragrances are currently riding the train.

Thanks

I would also love to know which passengers are currently riding the train :thumbup1:

[doleeo]

Got a PM from Cory.

The train should be pulling in any day now.

I'm excited.

[doleeo]

The Train has stationed in Columbus, Indiana.

I'm going to be one good smelling dude! :biggrin:

[The Nid Hog]

Congratulations--happy sniffing!

[Lynchmeister]

The Train has stationed in Columbus, Indiana.

I'm going to be one good smelling dude! :biggrin:

Nice!

[Jim]

Who's next and where is the train?

[The Nid Hog]

Who's next and where is the train?

Is the Fragrance Train the Thing of which We Cannot Speak?

[Aaron01]

Yeah, can someone post up a quick list of the contents.

[atlguitfiddle]

Who's next and where is the train?

I think I'm the next stop, but I have no idea...if I am indeed next, rest assured that I shall post a content list upon the train's arrival. I might, if you're lucky, even include some pictures :001_tt1:

[Baloosh]

The actual, official list is at home. When I get there tonight I'll post who's on it, who's next, etc.

[Baloosh]

The Train has stationed in Columbus, Indiana.

I'm going to be one good smelling dude! :biggrin:


I think I'm the next stop, but I have no idea...if I am indeed next, rest assured that I shall post a content list upon the train's arrival. I might, if you're lucky, even include some pictures :001_tt1:

Indeed you are, Sir. Sorry to everyone for not getting to this sooner.

The train is currently with doleeo, and atlguitfiddle is next. I've PM'd doleeo with the name and address of atlguit's contact info.

Here's an updated list:

doleeo (Train is currently HERE)
atlguitfiddle
Jet
The Nid Hog
Richmondesi
auee1977

No idea on the contents currently. Hopefully we'll get some pics soon! :w00t:

[The Nid Hog]

Hey--it's getting close! I'm excited.

[Jim]

Indeed you are, Sir. Sorry to everyone for not getting to this sooner.

The train is currently with doleeo, and atlguitfiddle is next. I've PM'd doleeo with the name and address of atlguit's contact info.

Here's an updated list:

doleeo (Train is currently HERE)
atlguitfiddle
Jet
The Nid Hog
Richmondesi
auee1977

No idea on the contents currently. Hopefully we'll get some pics soon! :w00t:


Jet has not been on since Feburary.

[Baloosh]

Jet has not been on since Feburary.

He's gone then. As it got closer to his name, I was going to verify his participation. Still at least a month out, by my estimation.

[auee1977]

I am on the list and very excited. This is a fantastic idea and am looking forward to learning a great deal more about fragrances than I do now. Thanks to all.

[auee1977]

Hey guys, where is the photo or list of what is on the train?

[gugi]

doleeo (Train is currently HERE)
atlguitfiddle
Jet
The Nid Hog
Richmondesi
auee1977

I thought my name is supposed to be right there as well.
Any ideas, why it's missing?

[Baloosh]

I thought my name is supposed to be right there as well.
Any ideas, why it's missing?


Hmmm I don't have your info.

PM sent!

[The Nid Hog]

Anybody want to post a report on their experiences with the train?

[The Nid Hog]

I think I'm the next stop, but I have no idea...if I am indeed next, rest assured that I shall post a content list upon the train's arrival. I might, if you're lucky, even include some pictures :001_tt1:

Anything yet?

[richmondesi]

Anything yet?

Don't worry, when it gets to me, I'll post pics and impressions.

It will be a while, but I'm anxiously awaiting my turn at the stick

[The Nid Hog]

Don't worry, when it gets to me, I'll post pics and impressions.

Don't be so sure. I think that the Fragrance Train is one of the ghost trains that you hear about in folktales and old cowboy songs. When it pulls into your station, you have all kids of wonderful fragrances to try. But it comes with a curse--you can never speak of what you learn to anyone.

[atlguitfiddle]

Anything yet?

Nothing yet...the train has yet to arrive at my door.

I solemnly swear that I shall inform all those waiting of the contents of said train.

[Jim]

Where is the train? Shoot me a pm please.

[rickboone1]

How can I jump aboard the train?

[The Nid Hog]

The Buried Train by Robert Bly

Tell me about the train that people say got buried
By the avalanche--was it snow?--It was
In Colorado, and no one saw it happen.
There was smoke from the engine curling up

Lightly through fir tops, and the engine sounds.
There were all those people reading--some
From Thoreau, some from Henry Ward Beecher.
And the engineer smoking and putting his head out.

I wonder when that happened. Was it after
High School, or was it the year we were two?
We entered this narrow place, and we heard the sound
Above us--the train couldn't move fast enough.

It isn't clear what happened next. Are you and I
Still sitting there in the train, waiting for the lights
To go on? Or did the real train get really buried;
So at night a ghost train comes out and keeps going...

[doleeo]

Gent's, wow...I feel like an a-hole. I have the train and have had it for far too long. Some things have come up in my life and it got buried in the back of my mind. I just got done moving and have had to travel to New York a couple times due to family issues.

altguiltfiddle, you've got a PM coming..

I'm really very sorry for the huge delay...however having the train has been a blast and I've added, what I think, are a few nice additions.

Regards,
Ethan.

[The Nid Hog]

Any news?

[Doric]

How does one go about boarding this train?

[The Nid Hog]

Effective today, all recipients, both those on the current list posted above, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am (well, except for maybe Lynchmeister :wink:). Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before December 2007) and a minimum of 200 posts.


As far as I know, these are the current requirements for participation.

I just spent that last half hour or so reading through the postings in this thread. It's pretty amazing that the train has been running along the tracks for several years now. It's also amazing to see how hard the members a couple of years ago worked to keep the train moving from station to station. In the first months of operation, people would get it and turn it around in a remarkable amount of time. The guys who participated back then could probably add a lot more to this, but it's impressive to see the way people worked together to keep it going--and growing.

The down side seems to be that when it sits at one station for too long, the enthusiasm of other people down the track cools. Some of them drop off and the route becomes unclear. The fragrance train becomes fragrance Amtrak.

I'd like to make a modest proposal to everybody living along the tracks. Let's try to treat the train like a trade on the B/S/T. I'm looking forward to getting it myself, but I bet the guys who are after me on the list are looking forward to getting it too. When it pulls into the station for me, I'm going to enjoy the heck out of it, add some goodies to it, and get it back on its way in good order.

[atlguitfiddle]

Gents,

I'm happy to announce that the train pulled into my house today. I didn't have time to give it a really close look, but I have browsed the contents and all I can say is WOW!

With regard to my earlier promises of posting pictures, I am sorry to say that I will have to renege on them; I was contacted (in a dream) by one of the keepers of the train, and he informed me that it is in keeping with custom to keep said train's contents a secret, as to not spoil the surprise. Let it suffice for me to say that you will all be very pleased.

Anyway, I'm hoping to give the train a closer look this week, and I plan to stock it with a few goodies of my own. I will have it off to the next recipient a week from today.

[The Nid Hog]

Nice to hear that you've received it. Have fun!

[doleeo]

Glad to hear it arrived safely!

Needless to say, there are a couple of unexpected fragrances on my Christmas list this year :tongue_sm

[atlguitfiddle]

Gents, after a short but sweet stay in my house, the train is now en route to The Nid Hog.

[richmondesi]

Gents, after a short but sweet stay in my house, the train is now en route to The Nid Hog.

WooHoo... Now he will smell something good and hopefully distance himself from Tabac and Lilac Vegetal :lol1:

[Jim]

Gents, after a short but sweet stay in my house, the train is now en route to The Nid Hog.

Fantastic!


WooHoo... Now he will smell something good and hopefully distance himself from Tabac and Lilac Vegetal :lol1:

All I will say is.... I tried.

[The Nid Hog]

WooHoo... Now he will smell something good and hopefully distance himself from Tabac and Lilac Vegetal :lol1:

Don't worry--I won't hog all the good stuff! I'll make sure that the train is loaded up with plenty of LV and Tabac when it heads out for you.



All I will say is.... I tried.

And a heroic effort it was.

[Jim]

snip


And a heroic effort it was.

Hahahahaha:laugh:

[tsmba]

Anyone know how to get on the list? I tried once before but had yet to reach the six-month milestone. I PM'd Baloosh several weeks ago but never heard back.

[richmondesi]

Oh wow... I just realized that I'm after Phil:thumbup:

[Baloosh]

Anyone know how to get on the list? I tried once before but had yet to reach the six-month milestone. I PM'd Baloosh several weeks ago but never heard back.

?? I never got back to ya? My bad!!!

PM sent.

[richmondesi]

Baloosh. I'd like to recommend another restriction for being on the pass. No Lilac Vegetarians. They obviously won't benefit from this anyway due to their obviously malfunctioning olfactory senses. Thanks for the pass, and considering that








:tongue_sm:lol:

[Baloosh]

Baloosh. I'd like to recommend another restriction for being on the pass. No Lilac Vegetarians. They obviously won't benefit from this anyway due to their obviously malfunctioning olfactory senses. Thanks for the pass, and considering that








:tongue_sm:lol:

SIGNED

:lol:

[The Nid Hog]

The Fragrance Train has arrived! The mailman dropped off a number of packages today and, hidden among them was a treasure box full of samples. Woo hoo! On Saturday, after the Christmas clean up is done, the testing will begin. Thanks B&B.

[TimMechEngr]

The Fragrance Train has arrived! The mailman dropped off a number of packages today and, hidden among them was a treasure box full of samples. Woo hoo! On Saturday, after the Christmas clean up is done, the testing will begin. Thanks B&B.

Just in time for Christmas! What great timing!

[Ironman06]

Looks like it's about time for an updated passenger list. Who is on after auee1977? I'm wondering if I should be anxious for my turn in 2010 or do I need to be patient until sometime in 2011 (if I'm lucky).

[Baloosh]

Looks like it's about time for an updated passenger list. Who is on after auee1977? I'm wondering if I should be anxious for my turn in 2010 or do I need to be patient until sometime in 2011 (if I'm lucky).

List so far:

Richmondesi (Train is currently HERE)
auee1977
gugi
Ironman06
cstrother
arghblech
tsmba
enderi

Rich, get hold of me when you're ready to ship for auee's info!

[richmondesi]

List so far:

Richmondesi (Train is currently HERE)
auee1977
gugi
Ironman06
cstrother
arghblech
tsmba
enderi

Rich, get hold of me when you're ready to ship for auee's info!

Train hasn't made it to me yet. The lilac vegetarian has it still...:001_rolle

[Baloosh]

Train hasn't made it to me yet. The lilac vegetarian has it still...:001_rolle

My bad... got ahead of myself!

List so far:

TheNidHog (Train is currently HERE)
Richmodesi
auee1977
gugi
Ironman06
cstrother
arghblech
tsmba
enderi

[Jim]

Thanks for the update Jason!

[Baloosh]

Thanks for the update Jason!

My pleasure!

[auee1977]

Darn, I got excited seeing I was next only to see that another member is in front of me. At least it will not have to travel far as Rich is in east Texas and I am near Dallas. Nevertheless the train is coming and I am ready for it and have samples to add when it gets here.

[SRock]

Baloosh. I'd like to recommend another restriction for being on the pass. No Lilac Vegetarians. They obviously won't benefit from this anyway due to their obviously malfunctioning olfactory senses. Thanks for the pass, and considering that








:tongue_sm:lol:

:lol::lol::lol:

[tsmba]

There sure are a lot of Texas shavers! Thanks for posting the list, Jason. I was afraid the train was a LONG way off.

[The Nid Hog]

Baloosh. I'd like to recommend another restriction for being on the pass. No Lilac Vegetarians. They obviously won't benefit from this anyway due to their obviously malfunctioning olfactory senses. Thanks for the pass, and considering that

Just try to guess what I'll be adding to the package!

[richmondesi]

Just try to guess what I'll be adding to the package!

I've got a cat that I can use to refill whatever's missing :001_smile

[Jim]

Just try to guess what I'll be adding to the package!


BBQ sauce?

[The Nid Hog]

BBQ sauce?

Well, you COULD use it like that!

The train has left North Cackalacky, heading down richmondesi way. Thanks to everybody who added so much good stuff to the cargo.

[richmondesi]

Well, you COULD use it like that!

The train has left North Cackalacky, heading down richmondesi way. Thanks to everybody who added so much good stuff to the cargo.

:clap:

[Jim]

Chris did you find anything to get?

[Sluggo]

Is the train full...or is there room for one more?

[thirdeye]

Count me in...I'm always looking for something new....

[Baloosh]

Is the train full...or is there room for one more?


Count me in...I'm always looking for something new....

Originally Posted by Baloosh View Post
My pleasure Jim.

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to locate it again. I'm going to institute a couple of minor changes to the way we handle the Train starting now and moving forward -- simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

Effective today, all recipients, both those on the current list posted above, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their full name, shipping address, email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am (well, except for maybe Lynchmeister). Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before July 2009) and a minimum of 200 posts.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

So if you want on the list, and those already on it who are still interested, PM me your full name, shipping address, email address and a phone number. Nobody will use the contact information unless the Train derails again once it reaches you. That's it.

[The Nid Hog]

Chris did you find anything to get?

There were a couple of things that I have been thinking about getting and this gave me a chance to try them out. Although people speak so highly of Harris' aftershaves, they never really captured my imagination. There was a nice bit of Marlborough included and I was surprised at how well it worked. Gotta get me something by Harris now!

There was also a sample that saved me from what might have been a bad investment. In my quest to collect Asian fragrances, I've been thinking about buying a bottle of Shiseido's Basala sight unseen. There was a tiny sample of Basala hiding in the back of the train--and I thought that it was terrible. I posted somewhere else that my kids said that it smelled like burned celery and dog butt (my dog was a dissenter on this). I might not go that far, but it wasn't what I thought it would be.

All in all, it was a lot of fun to have the train!

[Jim]

What station is the train?

[The Nid Hog]

I think it's still with richmondesi.

[auee1977]

I think it's still with richmondesi.

I am up next so the train will remain in Texas. The cold and warm days here in Texas make it a good time of year to sample fragrances.

[Baloosh]

I am up next so the train will remain in Texas. The cold and warm days here in Texas make it a good time of year to sample fragrances.

Got your info. PM'ing Rich to let him know the details.

[auee1977]

Got your info. PM'ing Rich to let him know the details.

Thanks, Jason. I take it you will let me know the name and address of the person to whom I am to ship when the time comes. David

[richmondesi]

I'm about to be done with it.. Man there are some really GREAT scents in there... I'm going to have to work on my frag collection:blushing:

[The Nid Hog]

I'm about to be done with it.. Man there are some really GREAT scents in there... I'm going to have to work on my frag collection:blushing:

I'm waiting for you to get that Lilac Vegetal tag added to your signature.

[richmondesi]

I'm waiting for you to get that Lilac Vegetal tag added to your signature.

:huh: Am I missing something?

[The Nid Hog]

How could you miss that Prince of Fragrances in the train?

[Baloosh]

Thanks, Jason. I take it you will let me know the name and address of the person to whom I am to ship when the time comes. David

Correct.

[Jim]

??

[richmondesi]

Funny :lol1:

Who's up next? I need an address

[Baloosh]

The train list is at home -- will shoot you a PM tonight Paul.

[richmondesi]

The train list is at home -- will shoot you a PM tonight Paul.

Great, thanks. There are a lot of nice scents in their:001_smile

[richmondesi]

Still need the next addy :001_smile

[Baloosh]

Gah! Completely forgot -- sending myself an email.

Sorry! Will have it tonight.

[richmondesi]

Don't know Jim. I never got confirmation of its arrival at the next stop...:confused1

[Baloosh]

Thanks, Jason. I take it you will let me know the name and address of the person to whom I am to ship when the time comes. David


Don't know Jim. I never got confirmation of its arrival at the next stop...:confused1

auee1977 was last on 3-22-2010. Will PM him to see what's up.

[The Nid Hog]

It's the curse of the fragrance train. If you get it, either your life becomes so complicated that you even touch the train, or you stop shaving entirely and discontinue internet service. I'm lucky that I escaped with my life!

[The Knize]

It's the curse of the fragrance train. If you get it, either your life becomes so complicated that you even touch the train, or you stop shaving entirely and discontinue internet service. I'm lucky that I escaped with my life!

I do find myself fearing the arrival of the train at my house for some reason!

I guess it is not an entirely irrational fear after all!

[richmondesi]

It's the curse of the fragrance train. If you get it, either your life becomes so complicated that you even touch the train, or you stop shaving entirely and discontinue internet service. I'm lucky that I escaped with my life!

Interestingly enough, I was absolutely swamped the whole time it was in my posession :thumbdown

[Baloosh]

PM'd auee1977 with the next recipient's (gugi) address at the end of March. Will contact them both to get an update.

[Jim]

Sweet, Thanks Jason.

[Baloosh]

:thumbup1:

[Master-Classter]

would love to get in on this at some point. I do B&S + swaps all the time through Basenotes (same username) so shipping back and forth from Canada usually isn't a problem, are Northern neighbors allowed?

I am happy to pay any shipping fee if necessary. I have lots of various partial samples to add along with wardrobe decants and even decant supplies if necessary.

Thanks

[auee1977]

I am alive and well guys. I shipped the train via USPS Priority Mail yesterday to the next member up as notified by Jim. Sorry if I kept it too long and will not offer any excuses. I really enjoyed having it and am grateful. I have been swamped so I have not been on the site in a while, but have not lost interest in shaving or fragrances. I hope to do better in the future. All my best.

[gugi]

I've got a box today that I never expected. Whaddaya know, turns out I did end up on this train after all.
Lots of stuff in there, but I think I should be done with trying the 5-6 things that interest me within the next 1-2 weeks and have it back on the road. I think whoever ended up after me will be happy that they did - I'll add some stuff, that in my opinion are a must have for such box.

I need the next address, as well.

[Baloosh]

PM incoming!

[johnniegold]

... and the train-kept-a-rollin' all night long. Thanks to Jason for keeping this train on the track. :thumbup1:

[Baloosh]

... and the train-kept-a-rollin' all night long. Thanks to Jason for keeping this train on the track. :thumbup1:

My pleasure! Will double my efforts to ensure it stays on course a bit faster! :wink2:

[Baloosh]

Next recipient's info (Ironman06) sent to gugi!


WOOOO WOOOOOOO!! :001_tt1:

[Jim]

This is your conductor speaking....:tongue:

The purpose of this swapbox is to provide an opportunity for folks to try colognes and aftershaves that they might not normally get a chance to try, by relying on the largesse of the wetshaving community

Several of the mods will be adding samples to the box from their private stashes. I'll provide the empty vials and the box will make its initial rounds this way to get fully stocked. This is the priming phase.

Once the box is "primed", I will publish a list of what is in the box, and put out a call for who wants it next. I will conduct a lottery, and the winner will have the box shipped to them. They take samples out - three can be taken for "free", and any more have to be swapped for something from their stash. Of course, other additions out of kindness are appreciated as well. There will be empty vials in the box to facilitate this.

The person with the box then posts the new inventory and the process begins again. It runs until no one else wants it, and then it returns to me.

This way those who just want to try stuff but don't have samples to contrbute can grab some without obligation (except for the nominal fee), and since the inventory is published beforehand, there is no question about getting the box and beng disappointed in the contents.

We will also keep part of the inventory a "surprise" so there is some fun involved besides knowing all the contents beforehand.

Since I put up the funds to buy the materials, if you get the box I will ask for a donation of $1-$2 to help defray the costs. I think this is a very nominal fee to try out some cool fragrances.

I would also like to hear from anyone who has a lot of colognes/aftershaves who would like to participate in the "priming" phase. The more samples we can start out with, the more fun it is.

I will try and start filling samples this week, and get the box moving along. I will post progress on this thread as it progresses. Feel free to add commentary or suggestions to make this a valuable exercise.


And let not forget the man whom started the train on ...What's that date???
03-11-2006

[johnniegold]

And let not forget the man whom started the train on ...What's that date???
03-11-2006

Simply amazing.

[The Knize]

... and the train-kept-a-rollin' all night long. Thanks to Jason for keeping this train on the track. :thumbup1:

Thanks to all.

<... and the train-kept-a-rollin' all night long.>

Absolutely. Much as I like Aerosmith and think that Joe Perry is one of the most underrated guitar players, the history of this song is the history of rock and roll:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ci4EQDD4CqA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YtcVvWRvrIU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLDWQH71dDk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pt-HvviKJmA

I think Johnny Burnette's 1956 version may be the best one. Full-on rockabilly.

[elkaholic]

Is it too late to get on the train? Choo-choo!

[Jim]

http://erausa.org/photos/slideshows/2009/lirr/morrispark-02.jpg


So where is the train?

[bladeruner]

Is it too late to get on the train? Choo-choo!

+1 I was going to ask the same question

[bladeruner]

Guys, I think we've all seen how this Train has gotten, shall we say, off track a few times. Somehow, through his magical, mystical powers, Jim managed to get it moving (again).

Also, this looks like a good time to go over the rules for eligibility, as well as add another one:simply in an effort to maximize our chances of the Train staying alive and making it to its various destinations.

See below:

All recipients, both those on the current list, as well as anyone else who wants to jump on the list after it was posted, must PM me with their email address and a contact phone number. I promise not to sign you up for any spam lists, or make cranks calls to your phone at 4:00am. Also, for anyone not on the list who wants to be added, there will be a minimum of 6 months of membership (meaning you must have registered on or before February 2009) and have a minimum of 200 posts.

ALSO NOTE THE NEW RULE: I think we all can agree that an expectation of 2 weeks is plenty of time to check out the contents and get it moving on to the next recipient. That means that you should only keep the box for 2 weeks max, then send it on its way to the next gent on the list.

All of this is done not to be difficult... merely to help us stand as best a chance as possible of ensuring the Train keeps chugging along! One quick note on the post count -- 200 ain't a lot, and this Train has been moving since early 2006... so if you want to participate, but don't quite meet the minimum post count yet... start posting! By the time it's gone through a few names, you could be well on your way to sampling a bunch (and I mean a BUNCH) of colognes!

Just thought I'd re-post this for people like me who wanted to get on the train and didn't look at the top of the thread.:blush:

[djmike523]

I'm up for riding the rail if / when tickets for the train are available.

[Ironman06]

Man, I've been sleeping next to my mailbox for three weeks now... I just couldn't hold it any longer.

I'll be back out there in 10 minutes though... I'll post once it's been received.

<<WAIT! :w00t: I hear the postman coming... gonna have to hold it just a FEW... MORE minutes...>>

[The Knize]

Man, I've been sleeping next to my mailbox for three weeks now... I just couldn't hold it any longer.

I'll be back out there in 10 minutes though... I'll post once it's been received.

<<WAIT! :w00t: I hear the postman coming... gonna have to hold it just a FEW... MORE minutes...>>

Are you done yet? Are you done yet? Are you done yet?:001_smile


Well I hear my train a comin,' hear my train,'hear my train a comin'

Well I wait around the train station
Waitin’ for that train
Waitin’ for the train, yeah
Take me, yeah, from this lonesome place

[wakeboarder4402]

I want to get in on this! Just need a few more posts.

[Ironman06]

<<Rsssshhhhh>> <<Rsssshhhh>> Houston?! Houston!!

... <<Rssshhhh>> The eagle... has landed. <<sssshhh>> I repeat... <<ssshhhhh>> The Eagle... HAS Landed!!!


:w00t::w00t::thumbup::thumbup::w00t::w00t:

:jump::jump:

[Ironman06]

Ps... and there was great joy for one and all that night in the little village of Ironman06-ville.

[The Nid Hog]

Ps... and there was great joy for one and all that night in the little village of Ironman06-ville.

But beware the Curse of the Fragrance Train. Time will slip away unnoticed. One day you'll be sniffing a nice Penhaligon's sample and, before you realize it, it'll be October.

[Ironman06]

Hmmmm... that doesn't sound like such a bad curse,... I mean, not at least as some curses go. I'll Take IT! :lol:

[Jim]

Who's next? Where are you train?

[tsmba]

I thought the train was to spend no more than two weeks at each station? I don't think anyone would fault someone for going a little over that; but if it gets stuck for weeks (or months) there is a real problem!

[Baloosh]

I thought the train was to spend no more than two weeks at each station? I don't think anyone would fault someone for going a little over that; but if it gets stuck for weeks (or months) there is a real problem!

The risk of this happening will always be the nature of the beast in this type of scenario... unless someone volunteers to personally deliver the train to each recipient and then wait the 2 weeks in their hometown, and then personally deliver it to the next recipient, etc. etc.

Otherwise, the only other recourse is to bug the crap out of the person holding on to it for too long.

[Jim]

:biggrin1:

[The Knize]

Who's next? Where are you train?

I am next according to Post No. 428 in this thread. But note that the list that appears there has my old username. I will PM Baloosh and Ironman06 my contact info, including delivery address!

Thanks. I look forward to trying the scents, but also seeing what this fabled train actually looks like and is all about!!

[Baloosh]

I am next according to Post No. 428 in this thread. But note that the list that appears there has my old username. I will PM Baloosh and Ironman06 my contact info, including delivery address!

Thanks. I look forward to trying the scents, but also seeing what this fabled train actually looks like and is all about!!

Thanks for letting me know of the username change. I've updated the list accordingly. Will begin to hound the current recipient. :w00t:

[Master-Classter]

would it be allowed for someone to snap a picture of this magnificant creature? or is that part of the surprise?

[Jim]

would it be allowed for someone to snap a picture of this magnificant creature? Or is that part of the surprise?

wwnd?

[The Nid Hog]

would it be allowed for someone to snap a picture of this magnificant creature? or is that part of the surprise?

Give it a shot, but it's almost impossible to get a shot of something moving so fast.

[The Knize]

Give it a shot, but it's almost impossible to get a shot of something moving so fast.

or so mythical! what would he do?

tear your eyes from paradise and raise again somehow!

[Jim]

It has often been speculated that only Chuck Norris could subdue it.



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