- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
re: Brilliant article from Wafb/CBS about the horrible side effects of Toys R’ Us closing
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:21 am to 50_Tiger
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:21 am to 50_Tiger
quote:
I remember going to KB Toys in Oakwood Mall quite a bit.
Last time I was in Oakwood, looked like culcha claimed it.
I don't think Oakwood is going to make it long term. Not enough good stores came back after they got ransacked by Katrina looters that set the mall on fire. Now its mostly urban wear and shoe stores. Mall is dying a slow death.
1
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:22 am to jscrims
quote:
The times are changing and it is based on what the consumer wants. Based on the fact these stores are closing tells me the consumer doesn’t want to walk into that store.
I think people like having both options available and are not necessarily happy that the stores are closing.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:24 am to Catman88
quote:
Its 2018. Kids watch youtube for kids and all the stupid unboxing videos now then ask their parents cor something.
My kid loves those videos. They drive me crazy.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:24 am to cave canem
quote:
You are asking why KKR, Bain and Vornado did what they do? thats like asking why did the snake bite me
No, I was saying they had to reach out to investors because they were failing. Their last LBO was the dagger to the heart but they've been struggling for years. They would have likely filed bankrupcy sooner if not for the LBO.
So sure the LBO finalized their demise. But I'm simply saying it was their business model that failed primarily.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:27 am to 50_Tiger
quote:
Can't speak for all BBY stores, but at ours our MOD (Manager On Duty) was always at the front of the store for overrides and customer satisfaction. That was part of the new SOP when the company finished the second re-org.
Exactly. It's been years, but I remember the last time we were in TRU the staff was no where to be seen. We went because my wife did a baby registry there, and it was a PITA finding someone to help us.
Best Buy ship to store is easy, TRU far from it.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:29 am to chinhoyang
the thomas train table is the coolest toy
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:31 am to The Pirate King
I didn’t have ToysRUs when I was a kid. I had TG&Y, Woolworth’s and Howard Brothers Discount.
Lost them 40 years ago and I do miss them.
Lost them 40 years ago and I do miss them.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:33 am to jscrims
quote:
The father in me is pissed because I now have to run to Walmart to get the random toy for that kids birthday party we forgot about.
Why aren't you sending your wife while you are playing golf?
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:37 am to Kracka
quote:
That's bullshite. Sure times have changed, technology has evolved. But a child's amazement in a toy store has never changed.
Bingo, people so often fail to appreciate the simpler things in life these days, just prop the kiddos up in front of the TV and let Cartoon Network raise them.
The parents have much more time to facebook that way.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:38 am to Tiger Prawn
quote:
I don't think Oakwood is going to make it long term. Not enough good stores came back after they got ransacked by Katrina looters that set the mall on fire. Now its mostly urban wear and shoe stores. Mall is dying a slow death.
Had my rehearsal dinner at that Cannon's at Oakwood. Was a nice place back then. This was 6 years before Katrina.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:39 am to mikelbr
quote:
Had my rehearsal dinner at that Cannon's at Oakwood. Was a nice place back then. This was 6 years before Katrina.
Cannon's was fantastic. Then it changed to Semolinas I believe.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:41 am to 50_Tiger
quote:
Cannon's was fantastic. Then it changed to Semolinas I believe.
Yep. And now New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood opened in that spot. Been there twice during lunch and its always empty, while the stand-alone location on Manhattan is usually pretty busy.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:45 am to 50_Tiger
Best Buy unconditionally price matches amazon, Walmart and target for any amount off long as the product is shipped/sold by them. That’s how they are remaining in the game.
This post was edited on 3/22/18 at 10:46 am
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:45 am to TimeOutdoors
quote:
Now people would rather take their pets to a pet store than to take their kids to a toy store. I am not sure if that says more about parents these days or kids these days. Both???
I don't have kids (yet), but I love bringing my dog to PetsMart and letting him roam the aisles and grab something to buy
Shame I won't be able to do that with my kid at a big ole ToysRUs. I loved doing that with my parents.
At least they still have a tiny toy aisle in most grocery stores. My dad always let me get something when I went grocery shopping with him.
And they still have Target toy aisles and WalMart for nastier people. So you can still do this.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:46 am to The Cool No 9
We also price matched newegg and crutchfield.
I also routinely discounted Macs.
I actually put one of Apples 3rd party stores out of business
I also routinely discounted Macs.
I actually put one of Apples 3rd party stores out of business
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:47 am to The Cool No 9
quote:
Best Buy unconditionally price matches amazon, Walmart and target for any amount off long as the product is shipped/sold by them. That’s how they are remaining in the game.
Was in the BR/Bluebonnet Best Buy Last Sunday for the first time in a few years. It's such a nice place to see still doing well. I still have a Best Buy account from when I bought my first DSLR(I lost it at the Saints game in Lambeau in 2011. Left on bar table at Stadium View Grill
). I'll probably get a TV and new headphones from there soon.
This post was edited on 3/22/18 at 10:49 am
Posted on 3/22/18 at 10:59 am to The Pirate King
Honestly kinda glad I'll never set foot in that place again. While we were able to find some unique gifts I just can't get past how the BR one always looks like a shite met a tornado inside of that place.. It a million x's worse at Christmas as well.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 11:06 am to Hat Tricks
I don't mind if all big box stores close.
An economy based on retail sales of shite people really don't need is not a good economy.
An economy based on retail sales of shite people really don't need is not a good economy.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 11:08 am to The Cool No 9
quote:
Best Buy unconditionally price matches amazon,
I've saved over $100 before at Best Buy because of this. It was awesome.
Posted on 3/22/18 at 11:08 am to The Pirate King
It's also because stores like Toys R Us (and Barnes and Nobles) allow trashy families to play with (or read) the merchandise they are selling with absolutely no guarantee in place they will buy something.
Sad to say I know of people who go to these stores with their kids, spends a few hours there reading or playing, and then will maybe (and not always) buy a book or toy that costs $3-$5. No wonder these stores are dying.
This is also another reason why I prefer to shop online for literally everything.
Sad to say I know of people who go to these stores with their kids, spends a few hours there reading or playing, and then will maybe (and not always) buy a book or toy that costs $3-$5. No wonder these stores are dying.
This is also another reason why I prefer to shop online for literally everything.
Page 4 of 5
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News