2009 VB chair swap

[MiaSRN62]

I've been compiling a list of those interested in joining in on the cost-sharing of beach chairs (2) and an umbrella for any stays at VB in 2009.

I am trying to keep the groups down to two (there were three in 2008 and it got a bit hectic). So while I can't guarantee at this time that I can fit you into the existing lists, I will do my best. Please post here on this thread or PM me if you are going to VB next year and would be interested. The list thus far :



SWAP IS CLOSED FOR 2009
2009 UPDATED Chair Swap List

Group 1 :

tgan 2/13 to 2/20
ender505 3/8 to 3/12
Chickie 3/14 to 3/16
debaudrn 3/22 to 3/26
backyardponder 3/28 to 4/3
StarrW 4/4 to 4/11
SC Minnie 4/11 to 4/18
dressthechild 4/19 to 4/22
dort 5/3 to 5/13
Snakebit 12 5/17 to 5/30
photobob 6/7 to 6/12
Ipandorf 6/22 to 6/29
Robo-Daddy3000 6/29 to 7/2
perpetualplanner 7/6 to 7/10
Buckey Fan 7/19 to 7/26
Tine731 8/2 to 8/7
dairyqueenmom 8/9 to 8/12
Lorelai71 8/12 to 8/19
desmar9 8/20 to 8/24
mickeymorse 8/29 to 9/4
BWV Dreamin 10/11 to 10/16
Kristen 11/22 to 11/26


Group 2:
dgaston 2/15 to 2/20
Jump4Joy 2/20 to 3/1
Chickie 3/14 to 3/16
goldielocks63 3/29 to 4/4
milesjacki 4/4 to 4/11
SC Minnie 4/11 to 4/18
Samamit 4/19 to 4/24
MiaSRN62 5/5 to 5/8
pinktales 5/8 to 5/11
mdurette 5/17 to 5/24
maburke 5/24 to 5/29
texansue 6/6 to 6/12
Isayd 6/28 to 7/1
perpetualplanner 7/6 to 7/10
VBSunGoddess 7/12 to 7/17
ILuvCrush 7/21 to 7/23
Tine731 8/2 to 8/7
Lorelai71 8/11 to 8/19
Mandysmom 8/19 to 8/22
Anal Annie 8/23 to 8/25
Ham Ham 8/28 to 8/31

 

[MiaSRN62]

Just to give you an idea of what we're looking at ordering to those who haven't seen this before :

CHAIR SWAP ITEMS :

What do u think ? :

http://www.shadeusa.com/beach_umbrellas.htm#PINWHEEL

http://www.shadeusa.com/beach_chairs...20Ever Chair

http://www.shadeusa.com/beach_umbrel...tm#sandgrabber

If we can stay at only 2 groups, the total for 2 chairs, 2 umbrellas and 2 sand screws = $150.00

With shipping :
Wear-ever backpack chair
Now on sale!!!
Base price US$29.95
Features/Options:
Wearever Chair colors navy blue 4 US$29.95= US$119.80
Pinwheel beach umbrella
Colorful concentric designs.
Base price US$29.95
Features/Options:
pinwheel colors Tropical blue 2 US$29.95 = US$59.90
SandGrabber
The SandGrabber. 2 US$14.95 = US$29.90
Product Cost US$149.70
Shipping Cost US$39.53
Total US$209.60

Someone brought it to my attention that I only charged for 2 chairs (THANK YOU !)----need 4---so the price has gone up. I think the shipping will probably go up a bit as well. So just want to let everyone know what the projected price per person is as it stands right now :
Looks to be around $11 /person for chair swap. I do intend on coming to a mutually agreeable price that we can all also chip in on a gift/tip for the CM's. So this price will go up a little. I'm open to ideas and suggestions as always : )

 

[dort]

Chairs and umbrellas look great! Thanks so much for taking on this huge task.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Bump

 

[BWV Dreamin]

What have dis'ers done with the chair swap stuff when they are the last ones on the list?

 

[DisDaydreamer]

What have dis'ers done with the chair swap stuff when they are the last ones on the list?

I think they just allow VB to dispose of them.

 

[dgaston]

Thanks Maria for your hard work. Umbrella looks great, couldn't see the chairs, but ready and able to pitch in for the swap and CM gratuity.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks guys for all your support/encouragement.

I agree with Rob...if the last person didn't want them, I believe VB CM's disposed of them. I was asked to leave specific information about this too with the 2009 list. I'm pretty sure one of the umbrellas didn't make it past mid August....it was falling apart.

 

[MiaSRN62]

couldn't see the chairs, but ready and able to pitch in for the swap and CM gratuity.

Hi Debbie,
Yeah...think that link had some problems. Here's what the chairs look like :

And the description :

Wear-ever Hi-back chair with aluminum frame. The Cadillac of beach chairs. Ultra comfort and hands free portability. Combines the concept of a backpack and a high back chair in one easy to carry lounger.
1" rust-proof aluminum tube frame,
4-position recline.
Rugged 600 denier fabric double stitched stress points.
Netted cup holder.
Adjustable pillow headrest.
Beveled polished hardwood arms.
Foam padding for comfort when worn as a backpack.
Nylon washers assure smooth, silent operation.
Sturdy side-release buckles keep the backpack and chair securely closed.
Seat fabric is 15" wide and sits 11" off the ground.
Folds to a compact 23” x 27.5” x 3.5” for easy storage.
Spacious 16” x 13” x 5” backpack is large enough to hold an Igloo 'Lil Playmate' drink cooler.
Inside the backpack is a hidden velcro pouch to keep keys and wallet safe and secure.
Model WC-04. 9 lbs. Rated at 250 pounds.
Hunter green, royal blue, navy blue and jet black. Click here for colors
Add a detachable foot rest to a royal or navy blue chair for just $10!
MSRP = $59.95. Shade USA price is $29.95.

 

[texansue]

I haven't done a swap before but I'm in! I just made my first VB reservation for June 6-12. Just let me know what you need from me. Thanks!!!
Sue

 

[maburke]

If possible, I'd like in on it, too. Our dates are May 24-29. Thanks so much for putting this together!!

You talk about a gift/tip for the CM's, but it seems (also?) appropriate for each of us to tip along the way, in case there are changes and to keep up the support for this?

 

[MiaSRN62]

Hello !
I've added 3 people to the chair swap today ! As the list grows, spots will be become unavailable. So anyone interested, please try and let me know as soon as your plans are firm. I'm aiming for the end of Dec for closing the swap and officially collecting money and ordering the chairs/umbrella.

As for the tip. We personally do plan on tipping on our own maburke. But I just feel a group tip will make more of an impact on the CM's and make them more likely to agree to this in the future. But yes, I agree, if people can tip on their own in addition, that would be great. They are doing us all a great service by allowing this. We are all saving a good deal of money.

Off to work now.....

 

[rigsby25]

What have dis'ers done with the chair swap stuff when they are the last ones on the list?

I went last month and saw them under the walkway where they keep the other chairs.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Someone PM'd me this past week and they weren't quite sure how the chair swap worked. I've been swamped at work and this is my first opportunity to reply. I figured I'd do it on the thread to all, so anyone else who might have questions would be able to see it as well.

I'll try to explain. I've researched some reasonably priced beach chairs (2) , an umbrella and a device to keep the umbrella in place in the sand.

I've provided the link to the chairs/umbrellas. You can see the prices.

Then I compile the lists of those wishing to share in the swap. I have 2 groups right now and I don't feel I want to make a third. So once all dates are full, if you tell me you want to be included and there are no openings, my hands are tied.

I then divide the cost of the chair swap (and I intend on adding in a tip for the CM's who are going to handle all this) and divide by the number of people joining in the swap. Last year's swap was around $11-$12. It all depends on the amount sharing and the agreed amount of a tip. We can all vote on that later on.

Once this is all determined, I begin collecting the money. I'll order the chairs and have them shipped to VB. I then compile 2 lists for the VB CM's. The lists will have everyone's name on them (so I will need real names vs screen names for the lists). When you check-in for your stay at VB, mention to the front desk you are part of the DIS boards chair swap. They will direct you to Bell Services where the CM's will look up your name and hand over your chairs. When you leave the resort, you will return the chairs/umbrella back to the Bell Desk for the next person on the list.

Doing a swap saves CONSIDERABLE amount of money---especially if you use them daily. Honestly, even if you use them 1 day, you are still saving lots over the resort's cost to rent. It's a great idea that I did not dream up----credit goes to starbox who managed the swap last year.

So I'm hoping this helps to explain the swap concept. And later on, we all will have to decide on a tip amount for the CM's. Alot of us feel this is the nice thing to do considering this swapping out of chairs and umbrellas has got to be a pain to the CM's. So it's our way of saying "thank you" to them. I encourage individual tipping as well --maybe on the day you return the chairs.

As always, I'm open to any and all suggestions or ideas. Thanks for listening

 

[MiaSRN62]

BUMP

Just a head's up to anyone who may be interested. I will close the list to the VB Chair Swap at the end of December. I've had a couple people PM in the past 2 weeks but this thread was on page 6......so had to bump !

 

[photobob]

Photobob here, I just noticed that my dates are wrong. I'm going to be there 6/7-6/12.

 

[Candace]

Do the CM's help get the umbrellas up? As a solo woman, I sometimes have a hard time getting it really stable in the sand. Thanks

 

[Robo-Daddy 3000]

I will be at Vero Beach resort from June 29 to July 2 and I would love to be included on the chair swap list if possible. Thanks for organizing the lists.

 

[Buckeye Fan]

You already have us on there for a week in July, and I'm definitely interested. PM me, and I'll get you the $$$.

Thanks for doing this! It's a GREAT idea!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Do the CM's help get the umbrellas up? As a solo woman, I sometimes have a hard time getting it really stable in the sand. Thanks

Hi Candace,

I know if you rent from VB directly, they will help u set it up. But our chair/umbrella swap is a little different. The CM's that work in Bell Services store our equipment in the closet/storage area in the main lobby. They keep a list of all our names. When u check in, you go to the Bell window and tell them you are participating in the DIS chair/umbrella swap and then give your name. They cross off your name....give you all the equipment, and for the remainder of your visit, you keep the chairs and umbrella in your room and are responsible for taking it to and from the beach and setting it up. I'm not sure if anyone would be available to assist you or not ? I know if you rent from Disney, you do so right on the beach (as opposed to the hotel lobby).

I know this might be an inconvenience and I can understand how it would be. You could perhaps call the resort and ask if they offer any kind of assistance with issues like this before you decide to join our swap ? Just keep me posted on what you'd like to do.


Photobob...sorry, I'll fix your dates in a minute..........

Robo Daddy....let me check the lists to see if I can fit you in somewhere.

Buckeyefan.....I'll let everyone know closer to the end of Dec what the cost will be. I'll keep everyone on the list posted !