@PuraVida
The subscription box really does not work for me. I've tried a few of them but find that I'm far too picky and generally don't get good value for the money spent.
Regarding lights in the higher end box I would not want to run around with 1 brand light on the left side of the truck and something different on the right, then a 3rd brand in the rack etc. I think you would have to be making very large orders to get enough of a discount to make this worthwhile. I don't expect there to be a margin in it.
I'd suggest putting together smaller "universal" kits that could be ordered based on skill level, area etc. I'd find that more valuable.
Something like:
If you were not looking to make this a business and were looking to help out the community I'd like to see member discounts and curated group buys added to the community.
My $0.02
Boort
The subscription box really does not work for me. I've tried a few of them but find that I'm far too picky and generally don't get good value for the money spent.
Regarding lights in the higher end box I would not want to run around with 1 brand light on the left side of the truck and something different on the right, then a 3rd brand in the rack etc. I think you would have to be making very large orders to get enough of a discount to make this worthwhile. I don't expect there to be a margin in it.
I'd suggest putting together smaller "universal" kits that could be ordered based on skill level, area etc. I'd find that more valuable.
Something like:
- Beginner's Recovery kit (see https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/recovery-kits.309/ for item ideas ) find a way to put together a simple kit, supply instructions for using the gear and a durable organized carry case as the value add along with a say a 5-15% discount over buying the parts separately.
- Roof Rack light kit - may be 2 options 2 light or 4 light, complete with all needed wiring and instructions for various vehicles. Pick high quality lights and components work with knowledgeable folks to create the instructions. Provide support for questions.
- Vehicle specific wiring harnesses Far more specialized but a turn key kit for installing a remote fuse box
- Region specific guide book collections IE: current topo set, route details, Points items of interest. This could be made as a club box where if 5 folks from OB were planning to meet up and run all over Death valley you could ship out 5 DV kits so everyone is on the same page. If you were writing the doc you could even deliver electronically.
If you were not looking to make this a business and were looking to help out the community I'd like to see member discounts and curated group buys added to the community.
My $0.02
Boort
