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[UnivTex34 1765]

We got checked at the south Austin store last week. Just waved my app at her.

[Gil Bang 26230]

Was at costco 3 times today.  Yes, a woman was involved.  They were checking cards at self checkout as you got in line.

 

 

 

Why 3 times?  We were early for her dental appointment, and stopped at costco for gas as the tank was below 1/4.  She says  we've got a half-hour to kill, so let's go in and walk around.  Buy a few things.   Go to her appointment.  On the way back, she wants to stop to buy cold fridge and freezer stuff.  Whatever, she gave me a blowjob this morning, so I'm OK with going again.   While we are there, she notices a rug she likes, so we bring the groceries home, put them away, and then back to costco in my truck for the rug. 

 

4 hours ago, UnivTex34 said:

We got checked at the south Austin store last week. Just waved my app at her.

going in?  getting the store is never an issue. It's checkout where they are cracking down.

[elfenix 34744]

costco woodlands practically assaults you if you don't give them your card for inspection upon entry

[UnivTex34 1765]

15 minutes ago, Gil Bang said:

Was at costco 3 times today.  Yes, a woman was involved.  They were checking cards at self checkout as you got in line.

 

 

 

Why 3 times?  We were early for her dental appointment, and stopped at costco for gas as the tank was below 1/4.  She says  we've got a half-hour to kill, so let's go in and walk around.  Buy a few things.   Go to her appointment.  On the way back, she wants to stop to buy cold fridge and freezer stuff.  Whatever, she gave me a blowjob this morning, so I'm OK with going again.   While we are there, she notices a rug she likes, so we bring the groceries home, put them away, and then back to costco in my truck for the rug. 

 

going in?  getting the store is never an issue. It's checkout where they are cracking down.

This was not in entry, which is standard. 

This was in the line for self-checkout.

It was a slightly harder look than the entry, but not much more.

[NWBuck 8629]

2 hours ago, Gil Bang said:

While we are there, she notices a rug she likes, so we bring the groceries home, put them away, and then back to costco in my truck for the rug. 

I'm sure it ties the room together 

[Wade 464]

8 hours ago, tx 3 putt said:

i was at Costco Richmond yesterday, zero card checks 

Family goes to Costco pretty much every Sunday after church.  Every time as we near the entrance I make my son go fetch a cart, which is on the other side of the entrance/exit.  There's too much chaos for the door host to see us together.  The other three of us immediately enter the building and flash the card, leaving him alone to walk in with his cart and no card, lol.  Hasn't been stopped yet

[tx 3 putt 78668]

12 minutes ago, Wade said:

Family goes to Costco pretty much every Sunday after church.  Every time as we near the entrance I make my son go fetch a cart, which is on the other side of the entrance/exit.  There's too much chaos for the door host to see us together.  The other three of us immediately enter the building and flash the card, leaving him alone to walk in with his cart and no card, lol.  Hasn't been stopped yet

 

just say 'I'm going to the pharmacy' 

[Incredulity 11874]

Costco’s entire net profit is attributable to membership fees.  So they pretty much have to crack down, or become a charity.

https://money.com/costco-doesnt-make-much-money-selling-you-groceries-heres-how-it-really-earns-billions-a-year/?amp=true

[SydneyCarton 49477]

7 hours ago, tx 3 putt said:

 

just say 'I'm going to the pharmacy' 

I'm going to buy wine also works. They have to let you in for that. 

[Deej 77806]

16 hours ago, Gil Bang said:

Was at costco 3 times today.  Yes, a woman was involved.  They were checking cards at self checkout as you got in line.

 

 

 

Why 3 times?  We were early for her dental appointment, and stopped at costco for gas as the tank was below 1/4.  She says  we've got a half-hour to kill, so let's go in and walk around.  Buy a few things.   Go to her appointment.  On the way back, she wants to stop to buy cold fridge and freezer stuff.  Whatever, she gave me a blowjob this morning, so I'm OK with going again.   While we are there, she notices a rug she likes, so we bring the groceries home, put them away, and then back to costco in my truck for the rug. 

 

going in?  getting the store is never an issue. It's checkout where they are cracking down.

Tell her multiple Costco trips require bj's in bulk, too. 

[Tonesky 1056]

16 hours ago, elfenix said:

costco woodlands practically assaults you if you don't give them your card for inspection upon entry

I've not seen any membership policing at the door for many years, but the Houston Greenway location has been locked down very tightly for the past week or so.

[squib 1131]

Just got checked as I was waiting in line. The person behind me got nabbed.

 

Costco Employee: "Ma'am can I see your membership card with photo?"

Shopper: "Here it is. It's my son's card, but I use it."

CE: "Do you have a card with your photo and membership info."

S: " It's my son's card, but I use it."

CE: "Not no mo. Go put back that pallet of post-it notes and that 50lb sack of organic cheese puffs. Then GTFO."

Squib inching toward the self checkout. 

[bigup2dahorns 3348]

Went thru the self checkout today and an employee was checking everyone on the ID thing. I asked and she said about 10% are using someone else’s Costco card. Just more anecdotal evidence.

[Murfdogg21 4563]

On 6/29/2023 at 10:46 PM, elfenix said:

costco woodlands practically assaults you if you don't give them your card for inspection upon entry

If my wife is straggling behind with the kids or a cart, I have to tell the door monitor “they’re with me” like it’s an exclusive night club. 

[Deej 77806]

59 minutes ago, Murfdogg21 said:

If my wife is straggling behind with the kids or a cart, I have to tell the door monitor “they’re with me” like it’s an exclusive night club. 

"That woman will try to say she is with me. She's not."

[Hornbeliever 737]

On 5/7/2023 at 3:42 PM, DalTxHornFan said:

I picked up this 42 pound guy at Costco Dallas Business Center this week.

@DalTxHornFan been wanting to cook one of these….how much did this cost and did you have to order it ahead of time?

[Hornbeliever 737]

My wife and I went to Costco Bunker Hill and at self check-out, I decided to go to bathroom.  It’s my card and she got denied even after telling them I’m just taking a piss.  Had to let one person ahead of her and wait on me so they are getting strict about it apparently.

[tx 3 putt 78668]

1 hour ago, Murfdogg21 said:

If my wife is straggling behind with the kids or a cart, I have to tell the door monitor “they’re with me” like it’s an exclusive night club. 

[DalTxHornFan 3130]

55 minutes ago, Hornbeliever said:

@DalTxHornFan been wanting to cook one of these….how much did this cost and did you have to order it ahead of time?

Right around $200, I think, a little less than $5 a pound.  I didn't have to special order it, but they only had two in their freezer and I got the smaller one.  The business centers have great meat like specialty roasts, and some other whole animals like lamb and goat.  I think that lots of small restaurants must shop there.

BTW, the little fellow met his fate this weekend.  Delicious!

 

[Texzilla58 4789]

"That woman will try to say she is with me. She's not."

“Those kids will call me dad. I don’t know who the fuck they are. Can you stall them?”

[Redneck Mutha 8174]

No ID check at Cedar Park yesterday, but parking lot and store traffic was fucked.  The lack of self-awareness amongst patrons was even shittier than usual.

Anyone who blocks the aisle with their cart and family needs their membership revoked, then taken out back and beaten with a 5 gallon bucket of pickles.

[Incredulity 11874]

1 hour ago, Redneck Mutha said:

5 gallon bucket of pickles.

Oddly specific 

 

but I totally agree with the sentiment 

Edited July 3, 2023 by Incredulity

[jimmyjazz 47127]

The Fog of CostCo

[Sam Lin 3597]

Please don't waste good pickles.

[rage-a-holic 4732]

3 hours ago, Redneck Mutha said:

No ID check at Cedar Park yesterday, but parking lot and store traffic was fucked.  The lack of self-awareness amongst patrons was even shittier than usual.

Anyone who blocks the aisle with their cart and family needs their membership revoked, then taken out back and beaten with a 5 gallon bucket of pickles.

You would love Costco Mexico:

1. Must bring at least 5 family members with you, including an abuela in a wheelchair or walker
2. Stop with entire family in every aisle to talk, make calls, breakdance, whatever you feel like doing, as long as it's stationary
3. When actually pushing your cart, you must push it down the middle of the aisle so no one can get around you.
4. Waiting in checkout lines (or any line) is optional. If the line is too long, just approach from the side and push your cart in front of anyone who leaves a 2 foot gap. Act surprised and horrified when other shoppers have the gall to tell you to go to the back of the line. You can also ignore them and pretend to take phone calls.
5. When checking out, each family member should pay separately for various items in the cart. Pay with coins, but don't began looking for them in your bag until you have seen the total and argued about the price of at least 7 items.

[baboso 6105]

31 minutes ago, rage-a-holic said:

You would love Costco Mexico:

1. Must bring at least 5 family members with you, including an abuela in a wheelchair or walker
2. Stop with entire family in every aisle to talk, make calls, breakdance, whatever you feel like doing, as long as it's stationary
3. When actually pushing your cart, you must push it down the middle of the aisle so no one can get around you.
4. Waiting in checkout lines (or any line) is optional. If the line is too long, just approach from the side and push your cart in front of anyone who leaves a 2 foot gap. Act surprised and horrified when other shoppers have the gall to tell you to go to the back of the line. You can also ignore them and pretend to take phone calls.
5. When checking out, each family member should pay separately for various items in the cart. Pay with coins, but don't began looking for them in your bag until you have seen the total and argued about the price of at least 7 items.

Sounds like the Walmart in Plano at Coit and the Bush.  I have honestly pondered going over to the toy department and getting a whiffle ball bat to beat on people with exhibiting all the above behavior.

[TxTower 686]

These are damn addictive as well. Salty. Sweet. Perfection.

Crack

[DoobieWah 1535]

On 7/3/2023 at 1:08 PM, rage-a-holic said:

You would love Costco Mexico:

1. Must bring at least 5 family members with you, including an abuela in a wheelchair or walker
2. Stop with entire family in every aisle to talk, make calls, breakdance, whatever you feel like doing, as long as it's stationary
3. When actually pushing your cart, you must push it down the middle of the aisle so no one can get around you.
4. Waiting in checkout lines (or any line) is optional. If the line is too long, just approach from the side and push your cart in front of anyone who leaves a 2 foot gap. Act surprised and horrified when other shoppers have the gall to tell you to go to the back of the line. You can also ignore them and pretend to take phone calls.
5. When checking out, each family member should pay separately for various items in the cart. Pay with coins, but don't began looking for them in your bag until you have seen the total and argued about the price of at least 7 items.

Username?

👍

[pch 1264]

On 7/3/2023 at 1:08 PM, rage-a-holic said:

You would love Costco Mexico:

1. Must bring at least 5 family members with you, including an abuela in a wheelchair or walker
2. Stop with entire family in every aisle to talk, make calls, breakdance, whatever you feel like doing, as long as it's stationary
3. When actually pushing your cart, you must push it down the middle of the aisle so no one can get around you.
4. Waiting in checkout lines (or any line) is optional. If the line is too long, just approach from the side and push your cart in front of anyone who leaves a 2 foot gap. Act surprised and horrified when other shoppers have the gall to tell you to go to the back of the line. You can also ignore them and pretend to take phone calls.
5. When checking out, each family member should pay separately for various items in the cart. Pay with coins, but don't began looking for them in your bag until you have seen the total and argued about the price of at least 7 items.

Internets award winner of the month.

[Blotto 24011]

Picked these up on a whim. Takes 10 minutes to heat em up the oven or air fryer. They arent as good as fresh grilled in a grill basket, but sometimes you dont want to buy/chop 5 different types of veggies and fire up the charcoal grill. I guess some costcos also carry a similar product with brussels sprouts, but I havent had those.  Been heating em up in the same foil pan as this chicken (also Costco) for a reasonably healthy, quick dinner.

That chicken is pretty solid for salads/pastas as well if you're in a rush. 

[SydneyCarton 49477]

The provincial vegetables are Solid.

 

I’m irritated, the Costco at bunker hill moved all the nuts and many of the chips to the front right by the entrance, and in the process don’t seem to carry Hilo chips, Blue Diamond Chile Lime almonds, or the baked edamame my wife likes anymore. Irritating. 

[UnivTex34 1765]

33 minutes ago, SydneyCarton said:

The provincial vegetables are Solid.

 

I’m irritated, the Costco at bunker hill moved all the nuts and many of the chips to the front right by the entrance, and in the process don’t seem to carry Hilo chips, Blue Diamond Chile Lime almonds, or the baked edamame my wife likes anymore. Irritating. 

We have been making our weekend trips to the new Kyle Location, as it is about the same drive from our south Austin location. Bigger store plus gas and they are not crazy busy like the Austin stores makes for a much better experience.

[TxTower 686]

You would love Costco Mexico:

1. Must bring at least 5 family members with you, including an abuela in a wheelchair or walker
2. Stop with entire family in every aisle to talk, make calls, breakdance, whatever you feel like doing, as long as it's stationary
3. When actually pushing your cart, you must push it down the middle of the aisle so no one can get around you.
4. Waiting in checkout lines (or any line) is optional. If the line is too long, just approach from the side and push your cart in front of anyone who leaves a 2 foot gap. Act surprised and horrified when other shoppers have the gall to tell you to go to the back of the line. You can also ignore them and pretend to take phone calls.
5. When checking out, each family member should pay separately for various items in the cart. Pay with coins, but don't began looking for them in your bag until you have seen the total and argued about the price of at least 7 items.

Eagerly awaiting your take on Costco Asia

[4th and 5 5000]

The obliviousness of the average Costco shopper is astounding

it takes all I have not to put people in the wall like we’re at Talladega

bring the entire family, walk five wide down the aisle slowly, more to the left side

and by “walk” I mean “mope”

camp out in the middle of the aisle, with the cart perpendicular to the aisle, waiting for some free sample, surrounded by three generations

 

[jimmyjazz 47127]

I haven't been shopping at CostCo much as our household dwindles.  Unfortunately, I need to provide Gatorade or equivalent for 200 people this week.  Is CostCo the go-to choice?  I would think the big flatbed carts alone would make it easier, and if they have a Kirkland brand . . . is this the right angle?

[Braff Zacklin 13676]

24 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

Unfortunately, I need to provide Gatorade or equivalent for 200 people this week.

May I suggest an alternate brand?

What plants crave!

[TonyTexas 10741]

4 hours ago, TxTower said:

Eagerly awaiting your take on Costco Asia

Parking lot

 

[DalTxHornFan 3130]

On 7/14/2023 at 7:57 PM, UnivTex34 said:

We have been making our weekend trips to the new Kyle Location, as it is about the same drive from our south Austin location. Bigger store plus gas and they are not crazy busy like the Austin stores makes for a much better experience.

The new Georgetown store seems to have reduced the traffic at the Cedar Park store this week.  Easier to dash in and get NY Strips and wine and then GTFO.  (I am a buyer -- not a shopper!)

Edited July 16, 2023 by DalTxHornFan

[SydneyCarton 49477]

16 hours ago, jimmyjazz said:

I haven't been shopping at CostCo much as our household dwindles.  Unfortunately, I need to provide Gatorade or equivalent for 200 people this week.  Is CostCo the go-to choice?  I would think the big flatbed carts alone would make it easier, and if they have a Kirkland brand . . . is this the right angle?

Every Costco is different and has some different shit, but I've never seen a Kirkland brand gatorade there. They do have Gatorade and Gatorade zero, however. 

 

 

Not Sure why Gatorade Zero isn't showing up in the website search, but I was just there on Friday and they had it in two different sizes. Additionally, not sure how this stacks up to prices at HEB or whatnot, but they do have it. 

[UnivTex34 1765]

11 minutes ago, SydneyCarton said:

Every Costco is different and has some different shit, but I've never seen a Kirkland brand gatorade there. They do have Gatorade and Gatorade zero, however. 

 

 

Not Sure why Gatorade Zero isn't showing up in the website search, but I was just there on Friday and they had it in two different sizes. Additionally, not sure how this stacks up to prices at HEB or whatnot, but they do have it. 

We haven't purchased in a while, but bought this for several years:

 

[Jerry Callo 8958]

17 hours ago, 4th and 5 said:

The obliviousness of the average Costco shopper is astounding

it takes all I have not to put people in the wall like we’re at Talladega

bring the entire family, walk five wide down the aisle slowly, more to the left side

and by “walk” I mean “mope”

camp out in the middle of the aisle, with the cart perpendicular to the aisle, waiting for some free sample, surrounded by three generations

 

Walk in, show your card, and make a hard right.  Aisle along the side with the mattresses is for passing the dipshits.  

[SydneyCarton 49477]

33 minutes ago, UnivTex34 said:

We haven't purchased in a while, but bought this for several years:

 

Weird I've never seen that before. 

[4th and 5 5000]

On 7/16/2023 at 3:26 PM, jimmyjazz said:

I haven't been shopping at CostCo much as our household dwindles.  Unfortunately, I need to provide Gatorade or equivalent for 200 people this week.  Is CostCo the go-to choice?  I would think the big flatbed carts alone would make it easier, and if they have a Kirkland brand . . . is this the right angle?

 

7 hours ago, UnivTex34 said:

We haven't purchased in a while, but bought this for several years:

 

the case of the above is my go to  $11.99

better than Gatorade and all 3 flavors are money dude

[TonyTexas 10741]

If you have access to a water cooler or two, you could go this route

 

[tx 3 putt 78668]

43 minutes ago, TonyTexas said:

If you have access to a water cooler or two, you could go this route

 

much better option and tastes better 

[jimmyjazz 47127]

2 hours ago, tx 3 putt said:

much better option and tastes better 

Wait, it tastes better?  I always assumed it sucked.

[tx 3 putt 78668]

13 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

Wait, it tastes better?  I always assumed it sucked.

you mix it strong 

[Redneck Mutha 8174]

13 hours ago, Jerry Callo said:

Walk in, show your card, and make a hard right.  Aisle along the side with the mattresses is for passing the dipshits.  

[DoobieWah 1535]

20 hours ago, Jerry Callo said:

Walk in, show your card, and make a hard right.  Aisle along the side with the mattresses is for passing the dipshits.  

You motherfucker!  You've killed us all!

 

 

[rage-a-holic 4732]

On 7/17/2023 at 7:48 AM, Jerry Callo said:

Walk in, show your card, and make a hard right.  Aisle along the side with the mattresses is for passing the dipshits.  

This assumes every Costco entrance and store layout is the same. They aren't. Also assumes stupid assholes don't block the wall aisle that has mattresses and other shit. Hint: they do.