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Review of Budget Car Rental


Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You Get What You Pay For

I booked a car online thru Costco travel services 4 weeks in advance. I requested a Toyota RAV 4. When I got to my destination in Bozeman, MT, the first thing the rental agent told me was "NO RAV 4" Offered me a Hyundai, which is total garbage. Then she offered me a big Highlander for the same price. This car had massive scratches which were not documented. Rental agent told me it was my responsibility to take pics of the scratches, or I could be held liable for the damage. It was so abused that the console between the two front seats was ripped out. Ended up with a Subaru Outback - the third attempt to get a good car. Was mostly a good car, but it had glue covering about 1/8 of the windshield. I got tired of walking back and forth between the car lot and the rental desk. Will not use Budget again, as it took an extra hour at the counter to get a decent car and get on my way. Time is money.

October 3, 2025
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Review of kingbean.com


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a superb company to get to…

This is a superb company to get to know. They are coffee roasters, and in my book, make the best cup of coffee I can make myself at home. I was in the military, and spent mucho time in Europe drinking strong and dark roasted coffee. King Bean makes a variety called "Twenty Strong", a French roast, that is just a Yeah, yeah, year, bring it on brew. Most mornings I can't wait to get out of bed and go brew some coffee. Most companies' French Roast tastes like burned beans, but not these guys. It is a very bold complex flavor that impresses from the first sip to the end of the cup. Customer service over the phone is great, so is their shipping - goes out the next day. Also the bag their coffee comes in are truly resealable, that keeps the flavor from fading. Most highly recommended merchant from Charleston, SC. If you are a coffee junkie you owe it to yourself to check it out. Prices are very fair. I've had coffee costing way more than King Bean that wasn't this good.

July 3, 2025
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Review of Volcanica Coffee Company


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Tier Merchant

Very fast response to shipping requests. I live 700 miles away from Volcanica, and they get my purchases to me within 3 biz days. Contrast this with a roaster who lives 200 miles from me and proudly boasts that he can get product to me in a week. Are you kidding me? Also, Volcanica has a higher grade of coffee. Worth it to spend 2 bucks more a bag for great coffee. Highly recommended.

March 21, 2025

Review of Volcanica Coffee Company

Review of Volcanica Coffee Company


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Count me in as a big fan

Count me in as a big fan. Shipping was extremely fast, and shipping fees very reasonable. I never had coffee this fresh. It was amazing how the aroma wafted out of the bag when I opened it. The quality of the beans is top notch, too. Will be buying from them continuously. I want them as my go-to coffee roaster. Not sure how they did it, but I got the shipment to Philly in two days from Hotlanta.

December 31, 2024
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Review of Super Casuals


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I like these guys

I like these guys. Great prices and prompt shipping. They don't stick it up your arse on shipping fees, either. Everything is exactly what they say it is. Buy from them with confidence. Even if you buy a factory "second", you probably will have to look hard to find the flaw.

October 14, 2024
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Review of JURA


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nothing short of superb dealing with…

Nothing short of superb dealing with this outfit. I broke off a piece of the hopper ( my fault for rough handling ) and the piece went down into the "guts" of the machine. Couldn't get it back together. Called the compay and asked if they can fix. No, but we'll send you a new grinder on the cheap, they said. So I got a brand new grinder, with no shipping costs for approximately 40 per cent off the market rates. I got it in 3 days. In case any of the big cheeses from Jura are reading this, the customer service rep I dealt with was "Toni". Hope they promote her. The grinder I have is an Infinity Conical Burr grinder, and they are awesome machines. Don't eff it up like I did by putting in the parts backward.

January 6, 2025
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Review of La Colombe


Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I used to enjoy this coffee a lot. No more

I used to enjoy La Colombe Corsica a lot. But I bought a bag of whole bean recently. I grind my beans fresh everyday. No matter how coarse the grind was, I couldn't get it to taste great. It tasted very stale, much like those bulk coffees you find in the grocery that sit in unsealed vats for months. I can't justify paying $17.50 per pound for barely adequate coffee. The company used to be an independent coffee roaster, but in 2023 La Colombe was bought out by a much larger national company. I suspect, and this is only a guess, that because the taste is so flat and stale, that quality control standards have slipped.

December 17, 2024
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Review of Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sub-Zero Wolf Stands Behind Their Product

We have a Wolf oven, eight years old. It is well outside of the warranty. There were several things wrong with it, and I called the company to see if I could get some of the things fixed at the expense of the Corporation, rather than me eating the cost of all the repairs. I spoke with a very competent consumer affairs person, Laurie, who was pretty patient in hearing my issues. She acknowledged it seems like there were issues that should not have developed. Bottom line: The company stood behind their product and agreed to pay for the repairs to the product. So, kudos to Laurie and the company for standing behind their product. Highly recommended company, would buy again. Now we'll be in great shape for the upcoming holiday season.

October 17, 2022
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Review of Gummlaithai


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Thai Restaurant

Where Trust Pilot says to "Rate your recent experience", it should say experiences. I've been there many many times. It is an outstanding restaurant with stellar customer service. In the northern suburbs of Philadelphia. A casual mom-and-pop that is growing rapidly in popularity. I'm hooked on their Evil Jungle Princess, and any of their duck offerings. Not a formal place, but very casual. Bring your own bottle. This place is so good that I wake up the next morning wanting to go back again. Amazing attention to detail. Good sized portions. Be prepared to be turned down if you do not make reservations. Easily in my top 5 favorite restaurants I like to frequent.

August 24, 2022
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Review of Great Lakes Brewing Company


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Brewery For Microbrews.

I've been drinking their beer for about 4 months now. Tried 3 of their offerings, and they were all at the head of the class for the style of beer they represent. Their Great Lakes Dortmunder Gold is a German style helles beer. A very tasty combination of dry hops and sweet malts. I found that it an astounding beer for summer. They say it is "Balanced and Smooth" It is. Hard to say "no" if someone offers you another. Second beer I've inhaled is their Great Lakes Eliot Ness Amber Lager. Brewed in the tradition of the German dark lagers. If dark beer is your go-to, you'll be impressed. Third beer is their coffee porter. If you like porter, this is an excellent beer. Prices are quite reasonable for beer of this caliber, usually slightly under $40 per case. I have stopped looking for other beers since I got hooked on Great Lakes. Been drinking beer for 50 years, I know what is good and what to clean your car's bumper with.

August 23, 2022
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Review of Danner


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Boots, Outstanding Customer Service.

Ordered a pair of hiking boots during the height of the supply chain shortage. Danner people kept me up to date each time there was a delay by the manufacturer. I finally got the boots, and they honored the old price of the boots before they had to have a new batch manufactured. It's a good boot, I wore out the old pair after 8 years. I recommend this company. Their boots are a few bucks more than some of the other brands, but they are well made and comfortable. Highest recommendation.

August 24, 2022
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Review of Erie Insurance


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Insurance Company

We WERE customers for USAA for over 41 years. USAA likes to showboat and tell everyone how great their customer service is. It isn't. So we looked around and got great recommendations for Erie Insurance. My wife got into an accident this past year, and Erie handled everything - one call to our insurance agent. That's it. They coordinated everything. Didn't hassle with rental car or making us buy aftermarket parts. Were able to use the body shop we wanted, not what they wanted. Highest recommendation, IF you have a good driving record and can clear their underwriting requirements. Very good rates and customer service. We're quite happy with them. However, if you are prone to getting a lot tickets and putting in lots of claims for every little scratch on your car, Erie is not for you. Move on.

August 24, 2022
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Review of Chemical Guys


Rated 1 out of 5 stars

REVIEW FOR CHEMICAL GUY DECON IRON…

REVIEW FOR CHEMICAL GUYS DECON IRON REMOVER.
Used on automobiles, primarily for removing metal particles in the finish and wheels.
I purchased this product directly from vendor. Applied it 4 times to one wheel using the instructions they provided on the label. The product removed about half of the metal contaminents. I did not plan on using up 4 hours of my day to clean my wheels. I do not recommend this product, and I will try a competing product the next time. BTW: There is an Asian guy on YouTube hawking this product. Problem for his review is that the tires and wheels look brand new. So he's really shooting fish in a barrel. I would like to see a review of this product using really neglected wheels. Once again: not recommended.

August 24, 2022
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Review of TheInsoleStore.com


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding merchant to deal with

Outstanding merchant to deal with. I bought a pair of Birkenstock Birkos. I liked them so much, I bot a second pair so I don't have to be running around looking my insoles whenever I change shoes.

My foot pain is gone. Ditto for heal pain, knee pain, back pain. These are really good insoles.

November 12, 2020
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Reply from TheInsoleStore.com

We're so glad to hear that so much of your pain has been alleviated with your insoles! Thank you for your feedback & your returned business!

Review of TheInsoleStore.com


Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Company, Does What They Say

Entire process very good. Easy ordering, fast shipping, good description of the product. The store had exactly what I needed - 3/4 length, leather, and high arches. I can actually walk pain-free now. The product I bought was the Birkenstock Birko insole, and I will buy another for a second pair of shoes. I highly recommend this store.

September 18, 2020
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Reply from TheInsoleStore.com

Thank you for your great review! We appreciate your business!

Review of Verizon Wireless


Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst Fortune 500 Company Customer Service

I am annoyed I have to give them even one star. I had Verizon wireless service for 16 years. Maybe I'm admitting I'm stupid, but they are the worst company I have ever dealt with. Why? Their customer service is terrible, and they are the most expensive cell phone carrier out there. Try calling customer service. See how long you have to wait on hold for a rep to pick up. Now, ask the rep for some info. They will give you the first answer that pops into their little head, and not bother to check out the facts. Next, ask the rep to do something. We lost a cell phone and called in to tell Verizon to take the phone off line. Rep assures us he will do it. Then we get a huge bill because the "lost" phone was still being used. They never followed through.
Biggest pieve: They add on to your bill, charging you for things you didn't order or need. Solution? Call customer service and go through that rat's nest all over again.
I have switched over to another carrier, an
MVNO whose rates are 1/3 of what I paid to Verizon, and service is just as good. I was able to keep my phone and my number. That was PureTalkUSA.

September 16, 2020
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