What's the best way to carry cargo on extended road trip with a mid-size SUV? [more inside]
posted by RobotVoodooPower on Oct 28, 2009 - 12 answers

I’m moving to Sweden from the US at the end of the summer. I’m hoping to spend the month of August kickin’ it around Europe, but I don’t want to bring all of my luggage with me during my trip. Here’s what I’m thinking. [more inside]
posted by hipersons on May 27, 2009 - 8 answers

I need to find a freight forwarder that can arrange all of the details for door-to-door shipping of a 20' x 8'6" ISO standard cargo container from the west coast of the USA to Pakistan. [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Nov 20, 2008 - 1 answer

In a few months, my (former) dog is going to be flying from California to the UK in the cargo hold. How can this be made as safe and comfortable for him? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt on Jun 25, 2008 - 9 answers

About six months ago I found a German website (English language) with an excellent guide to the various types of ISO cargo containers, their specifications/schematics and operational tips of how to load and secure cargo. I've lost the link and can't find it again... [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Jun 5, 2008 - 2 answers

how can I ship my books from the UK to North America without spending a fortune? [more inside]
posted by arcadia on Apr 3, 2008 - 6 answers

Where to start looking for rail cargo rates? I need to move about a shipping container worth of stuff from one side of the USA to the other. (DC to Fan Francisco). I have been told several times that rail is the cheapest, but I can't find much information about how to do it.
posted by Nothing on Feb 16, 2008 - 6 answers

Regularly scheduled air cargo service from the USA/Europe to Afghanistan? [more inside]
posted by thewalrus on Feb 3, 2008 - 3 answers

I need some new men's cargo shorts. I used to get these Woolrich shorts, except they had a drawstring. I want the drawstring. I need the drawstring. I love the drawstring. I also want a short inseam (6"). Long shorts that come to my knees make me feel like I'm 5 years old. Tried LL Bean, Eddie Bauer, Old Navy, REI, Land's End, Gap, and J Crew, but it all ended in sadness and despair. Ask Metafilter, please show me that there is still sunshine in this world.
posted by SampleSize on Aug 17, 2007 - 14 answers

What's the cheapest way to send cargo into space? [more inside]
posted by masymas on Jul 25, 2007 - 18 answers

Wondering how to: Travel with 26 foot (cured black spruce) tipi poles, canvas and various assorted camping gear from Toronto Canada to England / Wales. Alternatively: How do I rent a tipi or a yurt (or other rustic / gypsy style camping caravans) in the UK? [more inside]
posted by ndicecco on May 20, 2007 - 5 answers

Any Suggestions on how to get a 180lb flight case from JFK to lower Manhattan today without a car? [more inside]
posted by ob on Mar 26, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm considering the purchase of a trailer, and more specifically a Toy Hauler like the Wells Cargo GetAway IV. I know nothing about these types of trailers but would appreciate brand and model recommendations. [more inside]
posted by jpozadzides on Dec 30, 2006 - 1 answer

Looking for a list of 1000 songs published in the now defunct Cargo Magazine from the December05/January06 issue... [more inside]
posted by reflexed on Sep 19, 2006 - 3 answers

I have a bunch of boxes I need to ship to my brother-in-law in Virginia and I want to do it as cost-effective as possible. I need advice on cost and methods. Details inside... [more inside]
posted by jazon on Nov 10, 2005 - 6 answers

Looking for suggestions for a human powered "cargo carrier" to haul a bunch of gear to the pool this summer. [more inside]
posted by Jackson on Apr 5, 2005 - 4 answers

Can any one recommend a general consumer goods/trends blog? Sort of like an online Cargo magazine or Gizmodo or Engadget but with a broader focus?
posted by phyrewerx on Oct 11, 2004 - 7 answers