How Frustrating
By Grandmaof2
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
Canada
January 12, 2009 4:02pm CST
I have been on my computer for four plus hours doing nothing basically. Here's my dilemma. I have terrible time with swellings in my feet and ankles so I decided to purchase a foot peddler exerciser that you work sitting in a chair to aide cirrulation. The one I want is called the deluxe foot exerciser because it measures how far you've gone as well as how many calories you've burnt. Just the real thing. Well two different websites offer PayPal which is A-OK by me, BUT...If you can believe it they do not ship these to Canada. The part that made no sense to me was when I asked why I was told by three different people that it was because they were made in Canada therefore they could not ship back to Canada. So my question is if they were made in Canada then why am I not able to find one in Canada to purchase?
Personally I doubt they were made in Canada, there's no one smart enough here to achieve such a job.
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25 responses
@fwidman (11514)
• United States
12 Jan 09
That makes absolutely no sense whatsoever 
What difference does it make where the things were made? If you are in business you'd think you would welcome any customers at all, not give them the runaround with hogwash
What difference does it make where the things were made? If you are in business you'd think you would welcome any customers at all, not give them the runaround with hogwash @Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
12 Jan 09
Thank You my friend. I agree totally. I really feel bad I can't get this thing because I'm sure they are good.
@fwidman (11514)
• United States
12 Jan 09
Have you tried this site? *Not a referral link*
http://scientificsonline.com/product.asp?pn=3052319&mr:trackingCode=97CDFD21-03E0-DD11-80A9-000423C27502&mr:referralID=NA&bhcd2=1231801637
I would think that Edmund Scientific would ship to Canada. I couldn't see what kinds of payments they accept though I also noticed there were some listings for Ebay, like this one http://cgi.cafr.ebay.ca/Sit-N-Stroll-Deluxe-Foot-Exercisor-with-Fitness-Monitor_W0QQitemZ360102993303QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item360102993303&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A348|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318.
I know that Ebay will gladly take PayPal 
I also noticed there were some listings for Ebay, like this one http://cgi.cafr.ebay.ca/Sit-N-Stroll-Deluxe-Foot-Exercisor-with-Fitness-Monitor_W0QQitemZ360102993303QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item360102993303&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A348|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318.
I know that Ebay will gladly take PayPal 2 people like this
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I did check this out but the one I need is also useful for your arms. Thank You for your help.If by chance you see this one selling to Canada please send me the link or info. Thank You.
@savak03 (6684)
• United States
13 Jan 09
I know, because of my participation on Ebay, that there are some import, export rules about shipping outside the united states, but these rules generally apply to countries on the other side of the ocean. Somehow I don't find the answer you were given particularly helpful. It may be that the people you talked to just didn't know the reason so they used that rule just to answer you.
What you need is a friend stateside who would let the package be shipped to them and then she/he could ship it to you.
I'm a little concerned that your fellow Canadians will get a little offended by your last sentence though. 
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I meant what I said actually, nothing is ever made in Canada that's worth anything. A lot of stuff is made in China, but for instance this foot peddler exerciser is available in the US but not Canada. I'm thinking the thing was never made in Canada but the girl I talked to didn't know anymore than I and she had say something. I've always known that the US is far advanced than we'll ever be. Just my opinion and everyone from Canada will also be looking up to US when things really get tough. All we have here is fly swatters and the odd sling shot hon!!!
@webeishere (36313)
• United States
12 Jan 09
This is a dilema to say the least.
I have no idea at all waht to do other than write the company personally. I've had problems with some sites that accept PayPal. I've ordered a few things recently. And now I am getting emails from the sites saying they've refunded my money as the otems I want are not available. Why take my money then say you don't have my product?I just hope I get emails from PayPal soon saying the moneys been replaced etc.
HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
12 Jan 09
Well I should say I hope you are refunded the money. I couldn't agree more why take the money if the item is not available. I guess I shouldn't have complained at least they told me No before taking my money. Thank You for your response, and good luck hope you get your money back soon.
@Sissygrl (10912)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
lol whoa whoa waho hold the train. . i dont think its teh canadians that are not smart enough to make the product, its the americans who are not smart enough to buy them from canadians, then sell them abck to them for more then what they paid for them, i mean, a customer is a customer are they not ? ..
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I very much doubt it was ever made in Canada to tell you the truth. I think the woman I was talking to didn't know anything much and had to pacify me somehow. She was one of these people who could talk for 15 minutes and not say anything. Thank You for your response.
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@SheliaLee (2736)
• United States
13 Jan 09
That doesn't make sense in any form or fashion. Even if they are made in Canada why can they not ship them back to Canada? We here in the United States ship items all the time to people that are made here in the United States. Apparently these people aren't wanting the business very bad. Hope you can find someone that will ship it to you.
SheliaLee
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Oh is it ever good to hear from you. I hope all is well and you're still just busy. Yes I agree with you it's crazy. I'm still waiting to hear back from a fellow on Ebay. Check out #3 response, I was excited but now I'm still not sure. I don't know anyone who could send it to me but I haven't given up yet. Thanks so much for your response. Take Care
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@SheliaLee (2736)
• United States
13 Jan 09
Hi Hon!! Yep we are doing good but yes still staying very busy. I don't know if I will ever get caught up. But I'm trying to stay more active here. I hope you will have luck getting what you need. I have trouble with my legs also and I know how hard it is on you.
Talk to you again soon!!
SheliaLee
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
12 Jan 09
I did try Ebay but they don't have the one I want. It's just the plain one that doesn't have the monitor. This one does but can't get in Canada.
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@lilybug (21107)
• United States
12 Jan 09
It is not the exact same one, but it has the display on it and they are willing to ship to Canada with free shipping.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Sunny-Motorized-Pedal-Exerciser-Mini-Exercise-Bike-LCD_W0QQitemZ260307231979QQcmdZViewItemQQptZExercise_Fitness_Cardio?hash=item260307231979&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
WOW WOW WOW How did you do this??? I tried Ebay several hundred times I'm sure. This isn't the one BUT I looked at the other items and they have the one I want. Actually this one is 29.95 to ship to Canada, free shipping is only in the US, but no biggy. I am so HAPPY How do I Thank You enough. This was like sending me a gift. Thanks so much. The listing says shipping to Canada not specified so now I'm waiting for an answer as to how much shipping and if they'll ship to me. I am excited. Thank You!!!
@oriental (1050)
• Uruguay
13 Jan 09
I bought one similar to the one in your photo, as I have the same problem you have with circulation. But, believe it or not, I exercise very little with it. As soon as I send you my response I will peddle for ten minutes at least. Thank you for making me remember.
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@oriental (1050)
• Uruguay
13 Jan 09
It has worked good for my circulation when I have used it. The one I have is not exactly the one in your photo, but it looks quite similar. I think mine is made in China (as you say, everything is China made nowadays). If it's difficult for you to find anything made in Canada, it's much more difficult for me (I would say imposible, except for shoes, clothes and food) to find something made in Uruguay (LOL).
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I'm curious does it work good for your circulation when you use it? I am very curious also where is it made? Thank You. lilybug response #3 has solved my problem. Thank You for being here. Have a Great Day.
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Exactly but I very much doubt they were made in Canada, who knows? I am going to find out I'm determined. lilybug response #3 has solved my problem. Thank You for being here. Have a Great Day.
@moondancer (7433)
• United States
13 Jan 09
Well that is really something and I don't believe tham because it makes no sense at all. Some people say because of the different power outlets they can't ship to certain places. This has been a problem I've had. But there are adaptors that help with that, so it should be no problem. But the company in the other country won't send it to me even though I told them I can get an adpator. Oh well, it's one less sell they get.
I hope you can work this out.
I have the same problem with my feet and ankles swelling something terrible.
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@moondancer (7433)
• United States
13 Jan 09
That's absolutely crazy. You want to order it and have it sent to my house then I'll send it to you. I'd be glad to do that for you. Just let me know.
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
No it just uses regular house power. I have been told they just can't ship to Canada. Crazy really.
@slickcut (8141)
• United States
19 Jan 09
I know..Someone else was complaining about the same thing,i really do not understand that..I order things online quite ofter and it always says at the end that they do not ship to Canada...I don't have that problem because i live in the Texas, but i often wonder "WHY" they always say that they do not ship to Canada..I always think well what about the people in Canada???? I never really thought much about that until i got on mylot & i have a lot of friends in Canada,so then i began to wonder..I wish someone knew "Why" and could tell us.....I know my feet use to swell too after sitting at the computer for long periods,i guess it is because our feet are handing down so long...
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
19 Jan 09
Very good to hear from you again. I ordered a pedal exerciser from Sears and it's supposed to be here by the end on the month. It cost me 159.99 plus 3.00 shipping charge. I know there were a couple of people from the US that would have bought it for me, but there's no way in the world I'm sending money down there and risking anyone doing something not legal for one and besides suppose I send the money and someone ships it to me what would happen if it got lost in transit or how much duty will I need to ay besides. The one I ordered is not really what I had in mind but nevertheless if I really don't like it I can return it and Sears will refund me. Thanks again for listening to all my garbage. Take Care Dear Friend.
@jillmalitz (5131)
• United States
13 Jan 09
That is strange. Made in Canada, shipped to USA for sale but not able to ship to Canada?? Sounds odd to me...
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I very much doubt it was ever made in Canada to tell you the truth. I think the woman I was talking to didn't know anything much and had to pacify me somehow. Thank You for your response.
@dropofrain (1167)
• India
13 Jan 09
It was a really confusing thing wherein I could not get the crux of the matter. Anyways happy mylotting and take care of your feet.
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
lilybug response #3 has solved my problem. Thank You for being here. Have a Great Day.
@deborahkat (519)
• Brazil
13 Jan 09
It´s amazing how nowadays it´s still hard and risky to buy things online. It should be easier because internet is everywhere now. And also,if these places have websites to sell products and make a lot of marketing and so on why the hell they make it so difficult for us to purchase the products?
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Yes crazy isn't it. lilybug response #3 has solved my problem. Thank You for being here. Have a Great Day.
@newuser_99 (377)
• Nepal
13 Jan 09
yes, you have right doubt, here is also same problem.In nepal I heard international jeans paint,garment products,clothing and other international products are made but i don't know where it prepares.But we don't get that international product to see and use. It will directly export to foreign country.It is made for foreigner. May be it is expensive for local people or general public or already fixed ordered.
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Yes Who Knows ??? Thank You very much for being here for me I appreciate hearing from you. Have a Great Day.
@GardenGerty (157546)
• United States
13 Jan 09
That is certainly odd, and frustrating, I agree. I also stand up and cheer for you being willing to do what is necessary to achiever better health. Keep on with your search.
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I hate to say I give up but about all that's left is to continue watching Ebay. I guess the shipping would be expensive but I bought a floor model plus stand air cooler from Ebay and it cost me about 30.00 for shipping but it was well worth it.
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Yes for sure I agree. It's too bad really because I think they'd be good.
@robert19ph (4577)
• Philippines
13 Jan 09
hello Grandmaof2,
As we get older, we're encountering a lot of pains in our body. And swelling of the feet and ankles is one of them. Regarding your order about the peddler exerciser, I believe it's not really made in Canada.
Maybe, you can try again looking one through the internet. Probably you can find a better product that suits your taste. Or maybe, you can try looking one in your place if it's really made there, you can find one in no time. At least you can be able to see the actual performance and looks of it. You can look for a better one to at once incase you don't like the first one.
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Well I think you're right. I don't think it was made here, but it sure looks like a good one. Thank You so much for your response I appreciate it.
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
I've tried everywhere but Thank You so much for being here for me dear friend.
@DonnaLawson (4032)
• United States
13 Jan 09
Oooh Grandma, I know that last bit of sarcasm was born of frustration, wasn't it?? although, I feel as if you are a sister, I do enjoy the sarcasm..
Anyway, are you sure the exerciser would benefit swelling in your legs, do you not need to elevate them to get rid of the swelling?? I can see the benefits for the circulation, my husband has bad circulation and the dr advises him to walk as much as possible, but can it help the swelling..
I have no earthy response to the thinking of this type, it is idiocy to think that a product can be made in Canada but not sold in Canada.. Good luck in finding one but I think I would check with my dr first before shelling out any money on this product, if you can get one..
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Actually my doctor suggested it in the first place but because I have a weak upper body as well he'd like me do some with my arms as well and this machine is capable of that. I have had a heart attack but even so walking would be my best recourse but I can't do that due to needing knee replacements and I also have serious back problems so this is next best. Thank You for your response. I doubt totally this was ever made in Canada, I am no doubt frustrated!!! Thank You my friend.
@Opal26 (17679)
• United States
13 Jan 09
Hey Grandmaof2! That really does sound kind of ridiculous!
Why if it was made in Canada wouldn't you be able to buy it
there? That totally doesn't make any sense! I know that some
sites will only sell to the USA and I don't know why. It's
not like Canada is so far from the US to begin with! It's
not like it's an overseas country where there would be an
enormous shipping charge! I don't really see why you can't
find the exercisor that you want! The only other thing that
I can suggest is that find someone in the US that will buy
it for you and ship it to Canada!
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@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
13 Jan 09
Yes I just don't get it either. I don't have family in the US or anything but I guess that would be one way of getting it. We're supposed to be honest but life has it we have to look at the alternative sometimes I guess. Thank You for your response dear friend.
