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So a year and half later this guy calls and
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:15 pm
by kimmieOC1
tells me he found my Bailey stick. WOOHOOO!!!!
So my question - I'd like to make a generous offer of thanks for fishing the paddle out of the river and being honest enough to call me instead of just saying finders keepers (like alot of people on BoaterTalk apparently would do - if you read the posts about the latest boat stolen from the Green). Anyway what do you guys think would be appropriate gesture of thanks - please no obscene suggestions
Louie (or anyone else).
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:21 pm
by sbroam
I've always considered (good) beer to be a suitable currency in boating related exchanges. If they don't drink, then some other interesting comestible - BBQ sauce (your local variety unique?), another beverage (i.e. Blenheim's Ginger Ale), something homemade, etc...
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:23 pm
by the great gonzo
Not to hijack this tread, but speaking of Blenheim, Scott, are you going to make it to the Armada? If yes, can I put in an order for a case?
TGG!
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:34 pm
by sbroam
Hoping to make it - trying to recruit some folks from down here. Looking pretty good at the moment. If it works out I'll certainly be taking "orders"!
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:39 pm
by Louie
don't you have a sister or a friend that could help you pay off the debt?
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:53 pm
by PAC
Scott - I'm in for a case of the ginger ale too - 50/50 mix - reg and hot if you can.
As for the paddle... How much have you missed it? What's the replacement cost?
I figure a case of good brew or a bottle of nice scotch work. Only issue is if he is a non-drinker. Then a gift cert for one of his local retailers would be nice.
Good karma is always rewarded! His and yours!
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:54 pm
by kimmieOC1
I knew I could count on you Louie.
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:56 pm
by kimmieOC1
And thanks for the other suggestions guys!
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 5:02 pm
by oopsiflipped
sbroam wrote:I've always considered (good) beer to be a suitable currency in boating related exchanges. If they don't drink, then some other interesting comestible - BBQ sauce (your local variety unique?), another beverage (i.e. Blenheim's Ginger Ale), something homemade, etc...
If they don't drink they are not to be trusted under any circumstances.
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 6:20 pm
by MrTgrips
I returned a kayak stick to a guy that lost it on the Gauley last September. I told him I only needed payment for the cost of shipping it back to him. I insisted ONLY shipping! He sent me like 50$ or something obscene like that.
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 6:40 pm
by sbroam
oopsiflipped wrote:sbroam wrote:I've always considered (good) beer to be a suitable currency in boating related exchanges. If they don't drink, then some other interesting comestible - BBQ sauce (your local variety unique?), another beverage (i.e. Blenheim's Ginger Ale), something homemade, etc...
If they don't drink they are not to be trusted under any circumstances.
If the inverse is true, then there are some very trustworthy folks around here...
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 6:58 pm
by Louie
Personally I never drink unless I am alone or with somebody, I find it works out best that way.
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 8:04 pm
by camthecanuck
Most meat eaters would appreciate a vacuum sealed package of AAA kobe beef steaks. At least an inch or two thick. If He's a vegetarian, stick with beer. If he doesn't drink perhaps he'd prefer some fine cheese or a fruit basket.
If the guy has dread locks, get him a half O of BC Bud
ginger beer
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2009 8:58 pm
by Big Al
scott, u remember u promised me a while back on the Blenheim's??
Posted: Thu Apr 30, 2009 3:05 am
by sbroam
I'm gonna need a trailer just for the ginger ale!