Makais.com Blog

California Winter Almost Here?

makais — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:15:59 +0000

Winter has sure taken it’s time getting here this year! Especially for those of us living out in California, it’s been the absolute worst winter season in terms of rainfall/snowfall. The rest of the country hasn’t been doing much better either. If you like to ski/snowboard, you know exactly what I’m talking about. The good news is that there is some snowfall expected in the mountains early next week. (Mammoth Mountain, specifically) And, according to the “dweebs” at MammothWeather.com, the outlook for March looks wet! We need that snow, not just to play in, but we gotta get that snow melt this summer! Lets hope the whole country has a ‘rockin March with tons of snow and rain. We need it! If you want to geek-out and look at a National radar map, check this out. Pretty cool stuff. Lets hope our ski lifts in California look like this in March:

Tip: skiing backcountry this winter? Don’t forget that avalanche beacon

The Leaning Tower Of Freight

makais — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:19:15 +0000

We receive a lot of freight shipments here at Makais. Since we sell a wide selection of sports & outdoors products, we get all sorts of freight deliveries. Unfortunately, shipping freight is not nearly as simple (or gentle) as shipping small parcel via carriers such as FedEx or UPS. Occasionally we get freight deliveries that are far from perfect. But hey, it’s all part of the fun of ecommerce. Check out the pic below of a delivery we took yesterday. This one was even missing some planks from the bottom of the pallet. Yikes!

How To Walk & Run On Ice & Snow

makais — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:30:22 +0000

It’s winter! Time for ice and snow! Don’t let the winter weather stop you from taking that walk or going for a hike! If you feel like you need some extra traction on those icy paths & trails, check out the amazing Kahtoola Microspikes! They are like tire chains for your shoes! We’ve got ‘em well stocked in all sizes right now at Makais.com. Free shipping too!

Kahtoola Microspikes

Protect Yourself With This Expandable Baton

makais — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:00:15 +0000

We sell a number of self-defense items…one of the more popular self defense products we sell is a 12″ expandable baton. This handy little product is 5″ when closed, and extends out to 12″ when open. It’s made of carbon steel tubing, so it is very rigid and strong! This is a great item to keep in your glove box, or even take along with you when you go walking or jogging. You never know when you’ll need it to help protect you!

Happy New Year From Lucy The Dog!

makais — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:59:40 +0000

It’s a couple days late, but Lucy The Dog wishes you a very happy New Year!

Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?

Hurry! Deadline To Order Gifts For Delivery Before Christmas Is Almost Here

makais — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:00:41 +0000

Still have some gifts to buy for Christmas? You better head over to Makais.com right away! Less then 24 hours remain before our standard shipping ordering deadline! Place your order by 9am PST on 12/19 for delivery by 12/24. Happy shopping!

10 Days Until Christmas!

makais — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:00:51 +0000

It’s officially crunch time! If you have not yet finished up that Christmas shopping, your time is running out! If you’ve got people on your Christmas list who like sports or outdoors…stop by Makais.com and take advantage of FREE shipping! There is still time to get free shipping and have your gifts arrive before Christmas. Want some specific gift ideas? Join our email list and you’ll get a copy of our gift ideas email!

Last Day For Free Shipping & Delivery By December 24th!

makais — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:00:24 +0000

If you have some sports & outdoors gifts to order, and you like free shipping (who doesn’t?) you better place your order today! 3pm PST today is the ordering deadline for free shipping orders to arrive by December 24th. Standard shipping orders can be placed until 9am PST 12/19. More shipping deadline info here.

We Get Testimonials

makais — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:52:43 +0000

It feels really good to open up your email inbox in the morning and see some very happy customers sending you totally unsolicited positive testimonials! Below is the latest one we received from a customer named Brian from Denver. Brian is stoked on the good service we provided him!

“Whenever I have spoken to anyone at Makais I have been completely and consistently impressed with the customer service I have received.What a class act Makais and you employees are, Thanks, Brian. I wish you all a safe and happy holiday season, God Bless.”
Brian E. – Denver, CO

Only 17 Online Shopping Days Remaining Before Christmas

makais — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:06:35 +0000

The Holiday shopping season is flying by fast! There are only 17 days remaining to shop Makais.com and get your order before Christmas! Don’t wait until the last minute: finish-up your shopping today!

Order by 9AM PST 12/19/11 for delivery before Christmas!