uk_lefty Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 Hi, I remember someone on here used to use a "man and van" type service instead of the usual couriers. I've done a deal for an amp and would like to get a quote from said company as an alternative to the usual suspects, if anyone has the info please share. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asingardenof Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 8 minutes ago, uk_lefty said: Hi, I remember someone on here used to use a "man and van" type service instead of the usual couriers. I've done a deal for an amp and would like to get a quote from said company as an alternative to the usual suspects, if anyone has the info please share. Thanks! I've used anyvan.com before for "man and van" services, although the actual people in vans prefer not to use it because of the fees that get added on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 Pretty sure it was @fleabag who found a different type of service - fixed fee most of UK. Sorry for the tag Fleabag if it wasn't you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 I thought it was @walshy? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 @walshy defo has contact for man n a van. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshy Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 (edited) Ok guys ,I know I’ve hooked a lot of people up before but for those that don’t know, Tim is the man you need. Delivery anywhere in the U.K. in person and super safe and reliable. Just tell him I passed on his number and he will sort you out. I think it’s still £65 but ask him. I guarantee you won’t get a better or more reliable service anywhere else. Whatsapp is best 🙂 Edited June 19, 2023 by walshy 1 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwillett Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 (edited) Thank you. Was looking for something like Tim. I'm selling a Lunt Solar scope and if you think guitars are difficult to ship, try high end optical gear. Triple boxed, and dedicated cut-to fit-foam between each box. Knowing there is a decent courier makes my life a lot easier. Will call him once its sold. Rob Edited June 19, 2023 by rwillett 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 Thanks to mr walshy I’ve used Tim before, very trustworthy and reliable and a nice guy 👍 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, Mykesbass said: Pretty sure it was @fleabag who found a different type of service - fixed fee most of UK. Sorry for the tag Fleabag if it wasn't you. Yes it was me. The Courier is Lenspeed. When you call you get the boss. Great service. No need for hard cases or cardboard boxes. Just a padded case will do. They specialise in music equipment, including valve amps and also delicate antiques. Last time i used them was 3 weeks ago and it was £55 for my bass. Call Lenny on 07834 320 015. I've now used them 3 times. https://lenspeedlogistics.com/ I tried Walshy's man and he never returned my call. Edited June 19, 2023 by fleabag 2 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshy Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 4 minutes ago, fleabag said: Yes it was me. The Courier is Lenspeed. When you call you get the boss. Great service. No need for hard cases or cardboard boxes. Just a padded case will do. They specialise in music equipment, including valve amps and also delicate antiques. https://lenspeedlogistics.com/ I tried Walshy's man and he never returned my call. Hmm that’s not like Tim. I used to use Stuart but he retired ( too many driving points 😂) and passed me on to Tim who I’ve used for a good while now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 (edited) I think when i messaged you for a contact, it was Stuart who's number you gave me, Walshy. It was on answer , so left a message and never heard back. Now we know why It was to send a commission sale on my Taylor 12 to a shop, and called the shop to say i was having trouble with a courier, and it was the shop who recommended Lenspeed Edited June 19, 2023 by fleabag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwillett Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 All good information for the future. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldon Tyrell Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 Stuart and Tim collected and dropped off several basses for me (thanks again @walshy). Great and reliable service. Thumbs up 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 For sure, there's at least 2 couriers here now who can do a good job. Being able to speak to the main man is a whopping bonus. These people are not yer average parcel booters. They take care, which is paramount 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 19, 2023 Share Posted June 19, 2023 Any chance that this thread can be pinned, Mods?? 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 On 19/06/2023 at 13:30, walshy said: Ok guys ,I know I’ve hooked a lot of people up before but for those that don’t know, Tim is the man you need. Delivery anywhere in the U.K. in person and super safe and reliable. Just tell him I passed on his number and he will sort you out. I think it’s still £65 but ask him. I guarantee you won’t get a better or more reliable service anywhere else. Whatsapp is best 🙂 I contacted Tim regarding collection of a head and cab in Cardiff to Hatfield. He quoted me £100...bit more than I expected to pay TBH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 On 19/06/2023 at 13:30, walshy said: Ok guys ,I know I’ve hooked a lot of people up before but for those that don’t know, Tim is the man you need. Delivery anywhere in the U.K. in person and super safe and reliable. Just tell him I passed on his number and he will sort you out. I think it’s still £65 but ask him. I guarantee you won’t get a better or more reliable service anywhere else. Whatsapp is best 🙂 Thanks Walshy, timely with a large Mesa rig about to head north (possibly anyway) 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 2 minutes ago, TheGreek said: I contacted Tim regarding collection of a head and cab in Cardiff to Hatfield. He quoted me £100...bit more than I expected to pay TBH. I think sometimes it can depend on how many drops he’s got down our way , or if it’s just the one journey from north to south 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshy Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 1 hour ago, Beedster said: Thanks Walshy, timely with a large Mesa rig about to head north (possibly anyway) 👍 Crap I didn’t buy that too did I 😂 I’m glad he’s helping you guys out too, I’d not use anyone else tbh and even £100 is nowt imo when it’s handed over in person and super safe. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunderwonder Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 9 hours ago, Reggaebass said: I think sometimes it can depend on how many drops he’s got down our way , or if it’s just the one journey from north to south Must be hell difficult to balance dead runs against building the business. If I was him I would be mostly running up and down the UK north/south style. So Cardiff might get picked up and go via Manchester to Hatfield. Build up to doing figure 8's with two vans meeting up in the middle twice a week sort of thing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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