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29 minutes ago, Dante99 said:

So just buy the underwear or do not.  Or do you want to know how Hanes sets their prices too?

Prices for Hanes underwear itself doesn't vary much from seller to seller, so, no, I'm not curious how their prices are set- however I'm interested in how various companies set their estimated import taxes based on the Thai rules, as I live here and occasionally order stuff from overseas- it seems weird that they vary, even when it comes to the same item.  You'd think there'd be a standard, like 'underwear- 30% (or whatever)', but, it would appear, that's not the case.

I did a couple of price comparisons between the Hanes site and Amazon- they're about the same.  Unfortunately, besides having to pay for international shipping, they both hit you with an upfront import tax fee (Amazon used to have different options where they'd give the buyer a choice of paying upfront or on delivery, but not anymore that I've seen- they probably got tired of people refusing packages due to the extra cost).  What's strange is that (at least on Amazon) the import fees don't seem consistent- sometimes they're ~10% of the  purchase/shipping price (like for basic tighty-whities), or more than 40% for boxer-briefs- there's no set percentage.

I know they'll refund what's left over if the import fee is less than their upfront charge, but I can't figure out how they set it.

Ha- exact same boat here.????  I've looked, and haven't found them here.  You may have to bite the bullet and get them on Amazon or similar seller, where five or six pairs of briefs (depending on style) will run ~1200bt with shipping and import fees, which is highway robbery for underwear, but it beats the local alternatives.

6 hours ago, captainjackS said:

Excellent news!  Thanks for the links.  Does anyone know if they will give this Pfizer vaccine to people (me) who have already had sinovac + astra zeneca?  I'm a US citizen if that makes any difference.  I've seen cocktail recipes from the private hospital selling Moderna that says Moderna is ok 3 months after a sinovac + Astra combo ... but who knows when / if it will actually arrive and be available.

It specifically says no:

Pfizer Vaccination for Over 25 Yrs Age Foreign Residents in Chiang Mai who have never been vaccinated with any vaccine before

36 minutes ago, cclub75 said:

Lucky you !

 

So just one test, and no vaccine (if your daughter is older than 12) ?

One test for today's opening, and then they randomly test 20% of the student body every month.  No vaccine requirement (yet, anyway).

2 hours ago, cclub75 said:

So, we are september 20.

 

Can the OP confirm that a few schools in Chiang Mai have indeed reopened normally (onsite) ? Thanks.

Yup, I dropped my kid off at school this morning.  Hopefully nothing comes up and it stays open.  I heard other schools in CM not on the list above will open in October, but I don't know that for sure.

1 hour ago, cclub75 said:

Have you received the details of those special "rules" ? Thanks to share.

One rule (besides the usual distancing procedures, masks, and temp checks) is a testing requirement- students must show a negative ATK test taken within 72 hours prior to returning to school.

This is the list as it currently stands- I won't be shocked if the opening is delayed, but hopefully it won't be:

Vocational education in Chiang Mai Province, 4 places
 1. Chiang Mai Technical College
 2. Fang Vocational College
 3. Lanna Polytechnic College, Chiang Mai
 4. North Fang Vocational College

Educational institutions affiliated with  NHSO private schools in the system  16 international categories
 1. Americana Chinese International School
 2. Unity Concord International School
 3. Brightseeds International Kindergarten
 4. Chiang Mai International School
 5. Singapore International School Chiang Mai
 6. Grace International School
 7. Prem Tinsulanonda International School
 8. Chiang Mai Christian German School
 9. Meritton British International School, Hang Dong
 10. Panyaden International School, Hang Dong
 11. American Pacific International School (Primary), Chiang Mai City
 12. Montessori International School Chiang Mai Hang Dong
 13. Lanna International School  (Kindergarten and Primary) / Lanna International School (Secondary Division)
 14. International Bilingual Demonstration School of Hang Dong Rangsit University, Chiang Mai
 15. American Pacific International School
 16. Varee International School

 
Educational institutions affiliated with  NHSO private schools in the system  Type of general education, 20 places
 1. The Prince Royal College  Chiang Mai
 2. Rattana Ua Wittaya School, Fang
 3. Eua Wittaya Fang School
 4. Dara Wittayalai School  Chiang Mai
 5. Regina Cheli College  Chiang Mai
 6. Natchawit Chomthong School
 7. Muang Dek Wittaya School, Mae Chaem
 8. Pinkarat School  Chiang Mai
 9. Kowitthamrong School, Chiang Mai  Chiang Mai
 10. Varee Chiang Mai School  Chiang Mai
 11. Waree Kindergarten  Chiang Mai
 12. Thepbodin Wittaya Chiang Mai School  Chiang Mai
 13. Tianleomnoi Kindergarten, Phrao
 14. Mayuree Kindergarten  Chiang Mai
 15. Darunnimit Witthaya Kindergarten  Chiang Mai
 16. Sunshine Kindergarten Hang Dong
 17. Chitropas Kindergarten Mae Rim
 18. Doctor's House School, Mae Rim
 19. Pornchai Prao Kindergarten
 20. Inthira Kindergarten, Ban Dek, Mae Rim

Unity Concord sent out a message to parents on Tuesday night that said it's among the schools that were approved to open (under whatever conditions the government is imposing) for on-site learning on September 20th.  There are still a few days between now and then for things to change, but hopefully the kids can get back to some semblance of 'normal'.

Drivers here tend not to make way for an ambulance unless it's absolutely bearing down on them- I don't trust crosswalks as a pedestrian, ever.  When I'm driving, I rather enjoy the reactions of others in the crosswalk when I come to a full stop and wave them by.  The wais and smiles I receive in return tell me this isn't a common occurrence.;)

The Nine Fitness on Hang Dong Road (about 2km past Makro on the same side going toward HD) has a 'for sale' sign on it, and it looks like all the equipment is still there.  In this environment, it's likely going to be a while before they sell it- maybe make an inquiry to see if they'll rent one of their machines for a while.

From their Google Maps page:

I imported a Concept2 rower direct from their headquarters in Vermont- this is going back a few years, but, even with customs duties and shipping, it was only ~40k delivered.  It could be pricier these days, but I bet it's still cheaper than buying it locally,

Also, not sure if they rent, but this cardio equipment dealer opened last month on the Middle Ring Road just down and across from Big C (coming from Mae Hia- you'd pass Big C on the left and it's about 1km farther on the right).  Zero idea of quality either, but it might be worth a look.

https://www.facebook.com/shuhuafitness

26 minutes ago, Rinrada said:

Same..Khun wife very vocal ...against Sinni.

 

I talked to a doctor at Bangkok Hospital yesterday (he's had a shot of the SV and AZ), and I explained my situation- he said it's likely better that I wait until something better is available.

9 hours ago, SamSanuk said:

Yes, curious how it goes for you. Keep us posted. 

I still haven't decided if I'm going to pass on the Sinovac vaccine, but, if I do get it on Friday, I'll definitely post in this thread.

1 hour ago, SamSanuk said:

“Exactly what I was thinking.  I'm under 55 and got an appointment for this week, which should not be the case due to my age and lack of medical conditions- I'd rather have one of the doses of Pfizer the US just sent over than Sinovac.“

 

Very frustrating to read as I’m close to 62 and haven’t heard a peep. 

They must be going by registration date for those under a certain age- I did register the first day, which may be why I got the appointment so soon.  I would like to know if anyone else under 60 goes and gets their shot without an issue- I can see them looking at my passport and saying, 'Oh, a mistake was made- you're under the age cut-off- sorry.'

19 minutes ago, GammaGlobulin said:

Do you not think that it is better to trust Science, rather than to trust one's Spouse, if the findings of science disagree with the beliefs of the spouse?

 

Therefore, what does the best science say about Sinovac?

For example, is it low risk?

For example, does it provide some benefit?

And, for example, does a Vaccine Cocktail show promise of providing quite good protection?

Thanks for the advice, but I've actually looked into it (and the part about my wife was just basically 'throwing it out there', as there are probably others who've heard the same thing from their own spouses)- while Sinovac is likely better than nothing (though it's effectiveness against the Delta variant is suspect at best), I'm leaning toward not getting it now to avoid potentially being denied a more effective vaccine later should one become available due to my status as having already been vaccinated.

Yeah, it would be great if the US were doing something more for its citizens (I'm American), but that's not happening, so I'm looking at it from a practical angle.

16 minutes ago, Thailand said:

Then I would think that many who get appointments will be cancelling or not attending.

Yeah, I'm really on the fence about it- right now I'm a 'no', though I'll be giving it a lot of thought over the next few days before my scheduled appointment.  My wife (who's Thai) wants me to wait as she doesn't trust the SV vaccine.

8 hours ago, MrJ2U said:

The US had originally stipulated on giving 20% of the 1.51 million Pfeizer donations to foreigners in Thailand.

 

I wonder what happened?

 

 

It looks like they pulled the old switcheroo and are giving us Sinovac instead, which will still allow the Thai government to say we've been vaccinated.

15 hours ago, The Theory said:

I'm wondering if CM is a dumping place for Sinovac ?!!!

Exactly what I was thinking.  I'm under 55 and got an appointment for this week, which should not be the case due to my age and lack of medical conditions- I'd rather have one of the doses of Pfizer the US just sent over than Sinovac.

It makes me wonder if they're getting rid of the Sinovac and saving the 'good stuff' for another group.

Gyms are still allowed to open (though, if they have pools, the pool must be closed entirely).  The only current gym regulation is that they must close by 9:00PM.

We'll see if that continues... gyms could be ordered to shut at any time, like they were for an extended period twice already since the start of the outbreak.  It's a shame- they've been hit hard- I know of one that's closed and another that's in the process of shutting down, and I'm sure there are others.

Deleted- I looked at it incorrectly 

Just FYI, as of this moment on Tuesday morning (which might change in the next moment), gyms are still open, with the caveat that they must close by 9:00PM- I was sure they were going to be closed entirely, but the municipality isn't hitting them as hard as they did last time.

I have their internet service only, and I've been using them for a decade (they haven't been around much longer than that)- excellent speeds, rare outages, and decent prices- I wouldn't switch to any other provider.  

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