Yes – I agree the demographics have indeed changed. But, searching for certain Bosch tools would often point to this site on Google. So, even though it started one way, tool discussions resulted. I suppose anytime free things are offered for posts there will be those who try and game the system and that leads to a decline in quality. Although…[Read more]

I think I am going to try and request the 12volt jigsaw – I am almost there…and having a little cordless saw would be handy – especially at the lumber yard sizing stock closer to length for a project than having the lumber yard cutting all boards quickly at the radial.

I love the Flexi – the attachment heads are great and real problem solvers. I really like the offset – screwing next to a wall or cabinet side without dinging the wall or chuck is awesome. Highly recommend that drill set. I put mine in an L-Box with the light and batteries. Perfect little set IMHO.

It is unfortunate, but I do enjoy reading posts and contributing. I have had changes at work that take most of my time these days and I have not had time to post much. But, I still try to contribute. I have not redeemed anything for awhile – my last redemption was for the Flexi drill when it came out.

I remember the early days of the boxes…[Read more]

New thread here:

https://bethepro.com/forums/topic/what-are-you-saving-up-for-version-18/

Since this one will break soon.

This is sad, but at least we know it will likely take months – sad that no one from Bosch reads the forum and it is curious that the Moderators have mostly disappeared. My guess, and I hope this is not the case, is that this site will slowly decrease in size and wither away. It takes effort to keep it going and marketing. I appreciate the other…[Read more]

Agree with Dirty – sounds like the hook and loop pad is worn – maybe overheated and melted some. That happens with age and use. The pads are consumable items.

Doobie wrote:

JimDaddyO wrote:

Miamicuse wrote:
So we are the ProOutsiders LOL?

roninohio wrote:
Seems more like we are the forgotten .

We still have lots of great people here sharing tips, ideas, projects, news, and many other things. We may not be the priority to some, but the community is great. The sponsors are secondary to that.…

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Please keep us posted. Hopefully it will get fulfilled. I have been uber busy for the last few years at work and not a lot of time to post on forums. But, I have steadily been getting points – if not very slowly. Hope I can redeem them. But, we will see. If not, no worries. Still like the forum and my forum friends.

The cordless trimmer would be nice for many things. Not sure the 12v Bosch would have the oomph I need, but maybe they will have an 18v in the future.

Interesting. I have not heard of the Pro Insiders thing before. I wonder if it is the same people managing both sites.

It is concerning to read about the delays. I had thought it was initially change in staff, but that it would improve over time. Does not seem to be the case from these posts.

This is concerning that Redemptions have gone unacknowledged. Has anyone received any requests? 6 weeks + is a long time to wait with no communication.

Thanks. I saw it on the Bosch website so it looked like it was out or would be soon.

Anyone have the new plunge base for the new Colt or have an ETA on availability?

Anxious for reviews and real world testing when it arrives here. The tracks are cheaper than Mafell and they have quick clamps. I hope they bring more tools over to NA.

I do both. Kits mostly, but I buy batteries too when needed and bare tools if I have enough batteries. Not married to any particular method. Just what is least cost.

PI_Woodworker wrote:

cmeyer25 wrote:
The thing I think I want most to show up on the list is that 18V vacuum. I guess, I’d love the 12V router too.

I bought the 18v vacuum and love it. I am curious if anyone has picked up the 12v router yet and what their thoughts are.

That router looks pretty capable. Would love reading some comments on it too.

I have not been accumulating many points ad other things keep me away from the forum. But, has anyone received anything from a redemption request of late? Just curious. Do any of the mods have any details to share?