+islander1988 Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 This brings back memories of what it used to be like for every coin sale a year ago. Quote Link to comment
+storm180 Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I'm in but the coin is not listed to add to the cart Quote Link to comment
+~tasia~ Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 the website has been refreshed over 1000 times since my last post. That is rediculous. In two minutes??? Quote Link to comment
+ArtieD Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 THe coins aren't listed yet...hmmm.... Quote Link to comment
GreeneRN Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 (edited) What did you expect? Really? A very sought after coin with a given sale time. It's server hammer time. F-5 away. Edited February 6, 2007 by RN2B Quote Link to comment
+Moustik et HBK Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I'll go work soon Quote Link to comment
+LadyBee4T Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 the website has been refreshed over 1000 times since my last post. That is rediculous. I haven't refreshed once I promise Just here watching the fun Quote Link to comment
+CoinsAndPins Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Remember I said they will be released in batches. Will reminder that help? it will be like a time release asprin. Quote Link to comment
+DresselDragons Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I've been busy using my F5 key here in the forums. LOL! Quote Link to comment
+ArtieD Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Well, I already paid for a satin gold compass rose already from another site...I am just completing the set now. Quote Link to comment
+OshnDoc Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I can only get the old website without the coins being listed. Anyone has the new website? Quote Link to comment
+CoinsAndPins Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I still need everyone to log out of the site so I can get the coins loaded. Quote Link to comment
+The 4 F's Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Remember I said they will be released in batches. Will reminder that help? it will be like a time release asprin. No, no batches!! Want them now, NOW, NOW!!! Quote Link to comment
+slumbersix Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Remember I said they will be released in batches. Will reminder that help? it will be like a time release asprin. I really don't think the batch release thing is going to help all that much either... killer coin, lots of demand, too few to go around equals KILLED SERVER Quote Link to comment
+0R0B0RUS Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Remember I said they will be released in batches. Will reminder that help? it will be like a time release asprin. I don't even see the coins listed. Quote Link to comment
+ArtieD Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Remember I said they will be released in batches. Will reminder that help? it will be like a time release asprin. What's the time frame on the batches? Quote Link to comment
+Map Monkey Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Don't take this as a complaint, yet there must be a better way to manage coin sales Crashing servers is a silly idea. mm Quote Link to comment
+mudsneaker Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 honestly this couldnt have been a surprise. and perhaps anticipated for.. Quote Link to comment
+Ryder3 & Better Half Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Has anyone been able to get any coins yet? Have they been put up for sale? Quote Link to comment
+islander1988 Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I've been busy using my F5 key here in the forums. LOL! Same here, seeing if anyone has seen a listing (or the site even). Quote Link to comment
Team Macha Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 (edited) I got in once but then it froze....CRAP!!!!!! Edited February 6, 2007 by Team Macha Quote Link to comment
+slumbersix Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 honestly this couldnt have been a surprise. and perhaps anticipated for.. eaxctly... Quote Link to comment
+JoenGPS Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 the website has been refreshed over 1000 times since my last post. That is rediculous. Predictable however...! Quote Link to comment
+pirate_matt Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 am i a dunce fr not knowing that f5 refreshes the page. well at least if i don't get the coin i will have learnt something!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment
+OshnDoc Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I still need everyone to log out of the site so I can get the coins loaded. I am out. Quote Link to comment
+ArtieD Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I am in, and patiently following links to the coin section...but no coins! Quote Link to comment
+chancerider Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Wow, I'm glad I ordered and paid for some of the satin gold versions... I'd like to get different metals, but I think I'll bow out and lessen the load on C&P. Maybe later the frenzy will lessen and I'll try again Quote Link to comment
+AtlantaGal Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Timed sales are hard enough with one coin edition. Four is server suicide Quote Link to comment
+The Klever Boys Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 The worst thing is if it all falls over when you hit the "Pay" button. You're not going to know if you've got one or not! Quote Link to comment
+0R0B0RUS Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I still need everyone to log out of the site so I can get the coins loaded. I am out. me too Quote Link to comment
+ArtieD Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I still need everyone to log out of the site so I can get the coins loaded. Sure...and lose a spot...as if most of the people trying to get in are not looking at this thread... Quote Link to comment
+fehrgo Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I still need everyone to log out of the site so I can get the coins loaded. Temporarily change your web server port. Quote Link to comment
+DresselDragons Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I've been busy using my F5 key here in the forums. LOL! Same here, seeing if anyone has seen a listing (or the site even). The less folk jamming C&P's server, the faster they can do what they have to do...so we're hanging out here. Quote Link to comment
+islander1988 Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Wow, I can't believe I've been sitting here almost a half hour already. Who knew looking at a tab saying "Loading..." could make the time fly. Quote Link to comment
+~tasia~ Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I am in, and patiently following links to the coin section...but no coins! They just said that *everyone needs to get off of the site so they can load the coin* this is getting ridiculous... are people really that stubborn that they won't log off???? Quote Link to comment
GreeneRN Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 (edited) Batches? I didn't recall anything from the email about batches.... CoinsAndPins.com upcoming coin sales notice: Sales for the below listed coins will start on 6 Feb 2007, Tuesday, at approximately 6:00pm EST USA (11:00pm in London; 8:00am Wednesday in Sydney): - 2007 Compass Rose geocoin - Geocoinfest 2007 geocoin - Geocachingdragon, antique copper and antique gold - Team Alamo spinning personal geocoin These coins will be available on our "stock geocoins" page, or you can use this link: edited to remove the tiny url Edited February 6, 2007 by RN2B Quote Link to comment
+Sandtracker Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I think 4F's meant... we don't need no STINKIN' batches Quote Link to comment
+slumbersix Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I am in, and patiently following links to the coin section...but no coins! They just said that *everyone needs to get off of the site so they can load the coin* this is getting ridiculous... are people really that stubborn that they won't log off???? and lose the coin because it sells out immediately? Quote Link to comment
+pirate_matt Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Wow, I can't believe I've been sitting here almost a half hour already. Who knew looking at a tab saying "Loading..." could make the time fly. thats ok, it's nearly midnight here!. that could be a way to fill the time - what time is it where you are? Quote Link to comment
+CoinsAndPins Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I kow this isn't much fum for everyone, but it's not so great on this end either. I really the wish the new site was woking, but the web gods do not love me. Quote Link to comment
+Kealia Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 honestly this couldnt have been a surprise. and perhaps anticipated for.. eaxctly... If you recall, they are moving to a new website and server soon. It was supposed to be done already but as with any technical move, issues came up and the new site was delayed. So, now everybody is on the old site complaining about a fix that is already in the works and continuing to hammer the site which will ensure that it stays down. Quote Link to comment
+slumbersix Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Batches? I didn't recall anything from the email about batches.... CoinsAndPins.com upcoming coin sales notice: Sales for the below listed coins will start on 6 Feb 2007, Tuesday, at approximately 6:00pm EST USA (11:00pm in London; 8:00am Wednesday in Sydney): - 2007 Compass Rose geocoin - Geocoinfest 2007 geocoin - Geocachingdragon, antique copper and antique gold - Team Alamo spinning personal geocoin These coins will be available on our "stock geocoins" page, or you can use this link: edited to remove the tiny url He posted about it somewhere in this thread... nothing in the email about it... so most people never saw the batches thing. Quote Link to comment
+mudsneaker Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 ok, you can all relax now. I got on and bought them all. nothing to see here. continue with your daily schedule. Quote Link to comment
+scobey Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I kow this isn't much fum for everyone, but it's not so great on this end either. I really the wish the new site was woking, but the web gods do not love me. I guess I'll wait for the fleecing of America on that scalping site. Quote Link to comment
+ArtieD Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I am in, and patiently following links to the coin section...but no coins! They just said that *everyone needs to get off of the site so they can load the coin* this is getting ridiculous... are people really that stubborn that they won't log off???? Sure...log off to never get back on again and miss the chance to buy some...I'll pass. This is their problem...they knew there'd be a great demand and they didn't preparwe accordingly... Quote Link to comment
+fehrgo Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 or you can use this link: http://.../kerql It's the kergls fault! Quote Link to comment
+slumbersix Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 honestly this couldnt have been a surprise. and perhaps anticipated for.. eaxctly... If you recall, they are moving to a new website and server soon. It was supposed to be done already but as with any technical move, issues came up and the new site was delayed. So, now everybody is on the old site complaining about a fix that is already in the works and continuing to hammer the site which will ensure that it stays down. Maybe the better idea would have been to hold off on the release of this coin until the new site was up and running... Quote Link to comment
+~tasia~ Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I am in, and patiently following links to the coin section...but no coins! They just said that *everyone needs to get off of the site so they can load the coin* this is getting ridiculous... are people really that stubborn that they won't log off???? and lose the coin because it sells out immediately? NEWS FLASH : LIFE WILL GO ON IF YOU DON'T GET THE COIN... I PROMISE Quote Link to comment
+Team 'zZZz' Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Wow, I can't believe I've been sitting here almost a half hour already. Who knew looking at a tab saying "Loading..." could make the time fly. thats ok, it's nearly midnight here!. that could be a way to fill the time - what time is it where you are? exactly one hour later ... anyone here from eastern europe ? Quote Link to comment
+Cornerstone4 Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Sorry everyone...I bought them all! They are all sold out now...so see me if you need coins! Just kidding! Quote Link to comment
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