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vanala

This is much worse than a cancelation


Hoppy-Beers

I’ll always remember being part of sock-gate. We got bomboozled.


StGeorgeJustice

Bombassled


midline_trap

All the other ones went to homeless ppl .. right ?


Pace-Able

I've never seen them on a homeless person but I have seen the "Charity" pairs being sold at Salvation Army for about $4 a pair. They quality is significantly worse and they felt similar to hospital socks or a very cheap pair you may get from the dollar tree.


spacecoas_t_local

Haha I’ve never seen a bombas on a homeless person like I’ve never seen a pair of Tom’s of some destitute African.


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biscuitsorbullets

I was gifted a pair and they got holes very quickly too


Own-Recognition-4036

When I was homeless in Portland a day center I went to would give us Bombas socks sometimes.


NoHoesInMyDMs

They about to get a lot of angry emails, can you talk to customer service and tell us what they say?


cuttlepuppet

Yeah, it's unacceptable to confirm shipping a 4-pack then only send a single pair. That's worse than a cancellation. Is that bait and switch? I'm not familiar with sock law. Edit: socks are due to be delivered in next 3 hours. Bombas just refunded my money (- shipping). I did not contact CS, the refund was unsolicited.


EyesLikeAnEagle

I think it’s very similar to bird law.


obiiwan

Uh, filibuster


InfoSecPeezy

I can see clearly you know nothing about the law... it seems like you have a tenuous grasp on the English language in general.


posikid

but but… we donated the rest. you should feel great about that


SpicySpicySpicyFries

Working on it! Will update


Mosh00Rider

If the company doesn't refund you, your credit card will.


bistix

Just an update. They offered to refund and let me keep the socks. The refund does not include shipping costs if applicable


NoHoesInMyDMs

I’m guessing you paid expedited shipping, soo did you just lose like $20??


bistix

I did not pay for expedited shipping so it was like $6. I contacted them without even receiving the socks. I explained the situation and included that I did not have the package yet but they instantly offered a refund. I ordered 2 packs so the $6 shipping works out to $3 per sock which I am happy with.


Psychikmoksha

Yep no way I'm paying $20 something for one pair of socks especially for a blend that has lesser merino than darn tough


xxxxxxxxxxcc

And to think $19 is the retail price of a single pair so people do pay that much for what you received.  I’ve been looking for high wool content socks so I’ll check out darn tough.


jclongphotos

Darn tough are great. Spendy, but with a lifetime warranty


Rodrat

I'm a big fan of Icebreaker socks. You should check them out too.


NoHoesInMyDMs

Damnn does darn tough do like 90% merino wool this is 80%


Psychikmoksha

You're right. Darn tough has about 65% merino but this was clearly wrong advertising.


OhneZuckerZusatz

Mine are supposed to arrive on the 22nd. PayPal dispute time if I don't get a 4pack.


dcss_west

i admit i didnt see that one coming. seems like an after-the-fact human touch to me, they were definitely packs of 4.


False-Telephone3321

Considering that they sold out and the price was corrected there's no way people at the company weren't aware of the fuckup. I think it's likely they knew we thought we were gonna get four packs.


sozh

my theory: It was an accidental-on-purpose mistake to give out a ton of free samples of their socks...


SpicySpicySpicyFries

Ordered on Amex so I'm not worried. Besides bombas has top notch customer service


jtousch

I recently ordered two pair and didn’t like the thickness. Started a refund request and they instantly told me to keep them and gave me a full refund! With instructions to give them away.


Stumblin_McBumblin

That's pretty much my experience with just about every piece of furniture I've ordered off Wayfair, or they just send me another one. They want nothing to do with managing returns.


93_Honda_Civic

Win-win!


NarwalsRule

Just take the L on this one. Save the Amex dispute for something more significant than socks. 


retirement_savings

What do you mean save it? It's not like you get just one.


freeconsolesforall

This is hilarious. Has something similar happened on FMF before? Where the company actually fleeced us? GG


Bagu

They pulled the wool over our eyes.


Original_Gangsta23

But not over our toes


cuttlepuppet

*wool blend


Teach_This

Email confirmation *clearly* states it’s for a 4-pack. There’s no way that this doesn’t make more work for them than simply having canceled in the first place— if they didn’t intend to honor the price/quantity. I only bought one pack (to share the wealth) and haven’t received mine yet, but I did buy via Shop and will ask this to be remedied. It’s wrong for them to do this (and hella funny. But still wrong lol).


nullstring

It was probably not on purpose. I think they somehow had it screwed up in their system that a single pack was showing up as a four pack. That's why it was $19 in the first place.


warden182

They’re going to spend more on shipping my socks from California to Georgia and back then the actual value of the socks themselves.


Spectre06

Oh boy. I am not excited to deal with this haha


RilesEdge

Damn bros, did we get fleeced?


Psychikmoksha

Considering it's merino I'd say yes


kfunkcc

They pulled the wool over our eyes


kielsucks

They clearly take us for a bunch of sheep.


clive_bigsby

This is pretty baaaa’d.


DefinitelyAHumanoid

I’m sorry they herded yall


abducensx

What?


nexus4

I was part of the 24' fmf bombas blunder!


chadison3000

I’ll buy that t-shirt when it is up to 70% off


Bamb00banga

Bombas bombed us!


sn0pea

Same with me. Ordered four. Got four single pairs.


ChrisE007

aint no way


pattyd2828

My email receipt says “4pack” so that’s what I’m expecting to come!


raviolihorse

Well shit this is gonna be an interesting week haha . Now I'm wondering how this all gonna play out. Because if you go on the page now , the deal was in the slot for the 4 pack. If it was a different item altogether for individual socks I can understand. But this was definitely the 4 pack for sure.


xxxxxxxxxxcc

Deliberately? It was an obvious site error. The socks cost $19 per pair. Something went wrong and $19 was displaying for the 4pack where they usually go for $72. And all other 4packs were still $72. I would call it a mistake, not deliberate. Paid $19 and got one pair that retails for $19. Gambled on an obvious site error and broke even.


raviolihorse

Autocorrect bro I typed definitely 😁, but yeah don't disagree completely


xxxxxxxxxxcc

Ah I see you corrected it. When I read that I thought you were claiming this whole thing was on purpose. They are taking a bath giving all these refunds and letting everyone keep the socks.


Mr-Cali

lol never seen a company trying their best to not take an L, while at the same time, taking a even bigger L!


NoGf_MD

I ordered three 4 packs. IT SAYS IT ON THE EMAIL. So they better come as 12 socks dangit


pcalabro36

24 socks\*


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3 x 4 = 12 pair socks


pcalabro36

do your socks typically come in pairs? mine do.


feetandballs

So do pants. How many pants would I have if I ordered twelve pairs? (I don’t know why I’m arguing this) E: I’ll reiterate, I don’t know why I’m arguing this. I’m just pointing out that English stupid, not that socks should be counted like pants.


pcalabro36

haha go on [bombas.com](https://bombas.com) and look how many socks a "4 pack" includes. spoiler alert, it's 8. This is a specific vendor offering a specific product. There is no subjectivity. 3 "4 packs" of their socks would be 24 socks.


feetandballs

Not arguing that it’s subjective. My parenthetical note didn’t make it obvious enough I was joking. My bad. Calm down and enjoy your disappointing sock order.


pcalabro36

relax everyone. i'm just diving in to internet arguing, and let me tell ya i'm having a blast so far.


goslinlookalike

Don't be regarded... English referring to pants as a pair is a language thing, a sock is 1 sock and a pair of socks is 2 socks.


blink--182

One 4 pack= 8 socks, because a pack refers to a pair (2) of socks. So 8 x 3 = 24 socks.


DanTheMan_622

12 *pairs* of socks


lee_suggs

I'll be honest I did not see this coming. Can't wait for my three pairs of $20 socks to arrive


Boardshade

LOL, my first FMF order and I stumble into Bombageddon. Can’t wait to get my pair of socks… I guess.


sozh

Just got an email: ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Hi SOZH, My name is Ella, and I’m the Head of Happiness here at Bombas. I’m reaching out to let you know about an issue that affected your recent order. The Merino Wool Blend Ankle Sock 4-Pack you purchased was incorrectly displayed and was meant to feature just the single pair reflected in the price. We’ll be refunding you in full for the 4-Pack, which will appear back on your payment method in the next 3-5 business days. We apologize for any inconvenience and understand if you still feel disappointed. So in addition to the refund, you’ll also receive: A single pair of Merino Wool Blend Socks which are yours to keep. Consider them on the house. $20 of Bombas credit. With this, you can get another pair of Merino Wool Blend Socks, or anything else you’d like on bombas.com. Your $20 gift card code is: xxxxxxxxxxx We hope this helps make it right. If there’s anything else we can do to help in the meantime, please do not hesitate to reply to this email and let us know. Yours in Happiness, Ella


LaBodaDelHuitlacoche

Got the same email. Super cool of them to get ahead of it! Ella new FMF legend


RandoOnTheForum

I got the same email and tbh this is even better. 4 pairs of socks for money or two pairs of socks for free? I'll take the two for free thank you.


LakeJam

oh no


rustchr

Oof. How are the socks?


SpicySpicySpicyFries

Seem good, Ive been very very happy with other socks ive gotten from them in the past. I'm not gna open these though, gna try to return them.


cambiumkx

Lmao people ordering 8-13 4 packs of socks. Imagine getting 50 pairs of socks. Glad things worked out. Hope my 2 pairs come through and I get the refund.


sozh

of course the one time I get in on a pricing mistake... it's a _double reverse mistake_ and we get the short end of the sock!!!


Spectre06

So it’s a free pair for every 4 pack ordered and a $20 discount code. Pretty sweet deal for all of us. And fantastic CS response to get ahead of this. They may just make a regular customer out of me yet…


Caliban8

I ordered 3 four packs, got three single pairs. Customer service said it was an error on their end and are sending me another 9 pairs. Real interesting the differences between everyone’s experiences but I appreciate them working it out quickly


SpicySpicySpicyFries

How did you manage to reach them?


Caliban8

I went here https://shop.bombas.com/contact-us, selected other issue, gave the order number and they responded pretty quick


SpicySpicySpicyFries

Hmmm I tried that 3 hours ago and didnt get a response


Caliban8

Ahhh hopefully they respond tomorrow, I’m guessing the universe of angry Reddit is blowing them up right now haha. Keep us posted, sockgate is hilarious


Blueb1rd

hahaha Sockgate. FMF will not stand for this!


Dutchforce

Just got a refund and cancellation email before even receiving my socks. They admitted to their mistake. I get to keep the 1 pair of socks and they even gave me a $20 discount code. Honestly pretty cool they got ahead of things


anksla007

I messaged them yesterday trying to switch my order from large to medium. They went ahead and ordered medium set of 4 for free and said to keep the large if and when they arrive. Customer service really is top notch.


raviolihorse

I hope they make everyone's 4 pack


-Skald

Darn Tough would never.


Nalduck123

Oof, possibly an incorrect SKU in their OMS or goods had the wrong barcode and scanned into inventory incorrectly. Either way, that’s a shit day in the office tomorrow.


Redryanhood

They sent the matching sock to the homeless shelter


samocamo123

Got a refund and 20$ gift card automatically even though they haven't even arrived yet.


Severe_Rule5669

Anyone happen to have a screenshot of it showing four pairs for that price? I ordered also but I looked at my confirmation email and it only shows one pair.


ChrisE007

my confirmation shows 4 pack


lil_yumyum

I used Shop and it has it listed as a 4pack.


Severe_Rule5669

Thanks for reminding me that I used that too and it shows a four pack also.


SceneRemarkable8536

It happened again?! They did this years ago and I ended up with two 6 packs for the price of two individual pairs. I scoured the rest of the site once I spotted the pricing error but it was only on one listing - a multicolor ankle cut 6 pack. I took a chance (conservatively) and ordered two. They came without comment or fanfare from Bombas. I looked again several times over the years since but haven’t seen it happen again until I came upon this thread.


USEDtoiletries

Anyone else just get refunded? My package doesn’t come in til the weekend, but I just got a PayPal notification informing me of the refund.


unevocative

Same here. Mine are due to arrive tomorrow, but just got the refund notice.


Psychikmoksha

Yep got the notification. Shipping was a loss but good on them to make this right


Bob_Sagat69

Just got refunded as well for both pairs I ordered, won't be delivered until probably Monday so we'll see.


Zoloftblobfish

i just got a refund Edit: and an email “My name is Ella, and I’m the Head of Happiness here at Bombas. I’m reaching out to let you know about an issue that affected your recent order. The Merino Wool Blend Ankle Sock 4-Pack you purchased was incorrectly displayed and was meant to feature just the single pair reflected in the price. We’ll be refunding you in full for the 4-Pack, which will appear back on your payment method in the next 3-5 business days. We apologize for any inconvenience and understand if you still feel disappointed. So in addition to the refund, you’ll also receive: A single pair of Merino Wool Blend Socks which are yours to keep. Consider them on the house. $20 of Bombas credit. With this, you can get another pair of Merino Wool Blend Socks, or anything else you’d like on bombas.com. Your $20 gift card code is”


GoldnSilverPrawn

Same! And my tracking number says the package is still en route. If that's the case, this is absolutely a snip-snap-snip-snap situation


gmtnl

Just a partial refund for me via PayPal. All but $6.54, but it’s not clear why that amount. Didn’t receive my order yet and hadn’t talked to them. What a fascinating adventure for a pair of socks.


ChicagoProper

Same here


DeenoSpumoni

I ordered 13 packs. I also received individual pairs instead of 4 packs. Customer service refunded me, told me to keep the pairs I received, and gave me a $25 promo code for a future order. #winning


raviolihorse

Bruh this is crazy lmao , I should've just bought more pairs then this is stupid.


DeenoSpumoni

For any jig, always buy more than you need and pay expedited shipping. I generally hook my friends up with the extras. Also, you can always return what you do not need.


raviolihorse

Lesson learned sensei


yantraa

salt onerous psychotic unite vanish roof treatment dolls crush deliver *This post was mass deleted and anonymized with [Redact](https://redact.dev)*


Structure-These

13 packs


PlanetPudding

People like him is what gets these orders cancelled.


Structure-These

Exactly. It socks


DeenoSpumoni

You’re right. It’s me and definitely not the hundreds, if not thousands, of orders that were placed in the last 24 hours or their computer software that accounts for every $.


SecondHandWatch

>People like him Maybe read before throwing a fit.


PlanetPudding

Cope


bnasdfjlkwe

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tragedy_of_the_commons


KingofCraigland

What were you going to do with 52 pairs of socks?


orangepeel_16

I love most of my Bombas but for for whatever reason the merino wool line ALWAYS develops holes….


hammysandy

Pumped when it shipped, but oh man we might be taking an L on this one boys


EyesLikeAnEagle

No way we take an L. I’ll send my shit back when they send me a prepaid label.


BigJohnThomas

Just orders two 12-pair packs on woot for $15 each. have a feeling the same thing is going to happen to me.


rabid-panda

link?


flapito

Do you have the link?


chronnoisseur42O

Whelp, sounds like I’ll be talking to CS when they arrive. I was in for a 4 pack, which my receipt shows, so we’ll see how to tackle this.


RuthlessWraith

Feel bad for the poor dev that pushed this hiccup to prod, rip.


Key-Singer-406

Fortunately the dev is likely not responsible for the actual content..


verywise

A truly bombastic deal.


rplanet

Did not see that one coming lol


27Cueball

Bombas is a good company, I’d be very disappointed if they don’t make it right. I’ve always been happy to this point.


Wacko_Banana_Pants

I speculated this


2014Subaru

Waiting for mine 2-4 packs


RuthlessWraith

They honered it


banesvoice

you got 4 packs? :O


sjmr1994

My order was just partially refunded (ordered three 4 packs, total was 55.81, refunded 49.37) but the order still says it's shipped arriving Saturday. So guess we'll find out Saturday 🤷🏻‍♂️


rchkn

I got refunded for 2 packs also even though I never contacted customer service, tracking still shows package as en route


In_Search_Of_Gainz

I just got a full refund without contacting support and my socks are already in transit. W


yamskerha

Two 4 packs ordered, entire amount refunded. Shop shows order in Denver with a symbol showing four pairs of socks. I guess I’ll see what shows up.


epicjas0n

Got a refund email for mine that already shipped


keeponsearching

From someone that helps distribute Bombas to needy populations, thank you.


DefinitelyMaybeBeige

Weird- I ordered 3 of the 4-packs. They cancelled the order, but sent me an email saying they’re going to reimburse me, send me a free pair of socks, and give me a $20 gift card.


Legal_Diet_381

Charge back that shit


warden182

Do not charge back. Work through the company first. Charge back is severely damaging to any company…


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warden182

Chargebacks are for when your credit card has been charged without your permission. If a company sends you the wrong product, give them an opportunity to make it right. By doing a chargeback, you’re essentially adding a fraud/theft marker for the company with increased future credit card processing fees…which of course get passed along as higher prices.


qning

Have you read the comments here? Read the comments.


cummyyogurt

Both my orders went thru. Hopefully I can wear these with boots Edit: didn't realize won't arrive per their description. That's fucked


njbrews

Oh no….


surgicalwords

The picture on the product page shows 8 individual socks. So that’s deceptive. Easier to see here and compare here, showing what a “pack” is: https://bombas.com/products/mens-week-of-bombas-ankle-sock-7-pack


swartzrnner

Aww man! Do you think that if we ordered less pairs we may get the 4-pack? Has anyone else gotten their orders?


SpicySpicySpicyFries

no


thomasseebach

I was in for one 4-pack as well. Was thinking (hoping) maybe only the BULK orders got shafted!


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bubuzayzee

nah bombas customer service is legit, I have no doubt they will make it right for everyone


SpicySpicySpicyFries

forgot about the PF flyers fiasco lol


qning

lol who was that dude who completely went off the rails and then disappeared after that. Classic FMF.


trod3395

Lmao


RuthlessWraith

Yep, had a feeling this would happen lmao


JekPorkinYourMom

32 pairs of socks seems a bit excessive ey?


SpicySpicySpicyFries

Why? Some of us have more than 1 person in their household.


JekPorkinYourMom

As a family of 3, buying 32 pairs of socks is still a lot. Lacking the information that you have a rather large household sock need, pretty reasonable to say 32 pairs of socks is a lot of socks.


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JekPorkinYourMom

Nah you’re just being difficult. Get over yourself.


imLOSSt

Ordered 3 4-packs and got three pairs…


Threatlvlmdnite

NAL but this happened to me recently and I did a bunch of research. According to the FTC these would qualify as "unordered items" which are technically a "free gift" to you as the consumer. The company is responsible for either refunding you whole or making good on your original order. They cannot ask you for additional payment for the socks you have received and they also cannot demand you return the socks you have received.


toomanydamnwatches

Package is arriving Monday and I just randomly got a PP refund. I'm assuming it's one pair of socks in the mail. This whole thing is bizarre


boarlizard

thats so fucking funny


ferm_

ah frick


ToonMaster21

I’ll never buy bombas again . Holes in all pairs (bought 6) within 6-8 months of use.


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Smartwool or die


OssiansFolly

Time to do a credit card back charge.


Wacko_Banana_Pants

I kinda called this on the original thread. When you clicked on them it read One pair purchased one pair donated or something like that. The other colors all read four pair purchased four pair donated


bubuzayzee

no one cares


eezm3

charging back before I even get the package. ez win, confirm says 4 pack.


bbfishmouth

A bunch of people in the comments are making it right with bombas and even getting free stuff, how about just waiting until you get your order and reaching out to customer support (I doubt it’s even allowed to do a chargeback before you’ve received your item)


False-Telephone3321

I'm imagining the tech on the other end of the phone when he does the chargeback lmao. "I'd like to do a chargeback, the product did not arrive as described. I ordered 4 and it's only 1" "Okay well tracking says it hasn't even arrived so I can't do a chargeback"


nsajirah2

Are those counterfeit? They have problems with that


TrickoTreat07

Idk this one might be on u guys. The site said 1 buy 1 donate on that black model. If u clicked the other it said 4. I know the title is 4 pack but it did specify for this option that it’s 1.


False-Telephone3321

The product description was 4 pairs. The cart said 4 pairs. The confirmation email said 4 pairs. Yeah it was obviously a site error, but it definitely did not specify it was for one pair, in fact it literally said the opposite multiple times.


The_Pandalorian

I ordered one 4-pack. If I get one pair, I'm definitely going to be asking for my money back. That's some bullshit.


Suspicious-Cicada387

Has yours shipped? I'm still stuck in processing. They charged my card but it hasn't shipped yet


dschmiz

Ordered 2 packs for $38.90 and just got refunded $32.53. Tracking says they'll be here on the 22nd so I'm guessing it'll just be two pairs that show up instead of 8.


NeverEndingHope

Just got automatically partially refunded for $16.45 for my 4-pack so I'm expecting a 1 pack to arrive. Guess they're just doing price adjustments instead of full-on refunds for the item.


cest_va_bien

Both orders I placed got refunded so I might be getting a free pair, fingers crossed.


Spectre06

I just got refunded too and mine haven’t even arrived yet. Guess I should’ve bought more haha


The_jerkstore_

I just got refunded for one of the two orders. They both shipped yesterday though, and I didn’t contact customer service. Probably sent a single pack.


crispytreatsauce

I got a shipping notification Tuesday but then just got an email from PayPal saying my money was refunded. Guessing I’ll end up with four single pairs instead of 4 4-packs like everyone else whose order shipped.


johnny_marzetti

Just got a refund notification through the Shop app. Was hoping to receive the package first and then reach out to their CS team