Costco or Havasu stores

[Socalx09]

Here’s a little debate going on at the moment. Have a big memorial trip coming up, I was going to run to Costco and load up on beers, liquor, drinks, snacks, etc and bring it with us. I told my dad the plan, and he says he prefers to buy it in Havasu. Local economy.

My argument was every time a big group goes to the grocery store in Havasu, it turns into a huge money trip with a lot of food waste.

Maybe I’m being short sided, and please tell me if I am, but how many others are going to Costco before heading to Havasu?

Just wanted to get some opinions!

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

For a weekend trip, Costco. I always get burgers, hot dogs, some snacks and alcohol there before a trip.

My main reasoning is that I don’t like spending my down time shopping. As you noted, it turns into a fiasco, and a time suck.

With that stance does your dad approve of Walmart in town? That is almost as good as Costco from a price perspective, however the meats at Costco are better.

The only grocery store I shop in Havasu is Smith’s. Prices are decent and the selection is excellent. I wish that Smith’s was my local grocery store here in OC.

 

[Bobby V]

Havasu. We usually eat out most of the time.

Did you buy the coffin freezer for your ice..lol

 

[JUSTWANNARACE]

Dont get me wrong I'm all in for saving a few $s.. but my opinion on this is kinda with your dad. You're using the lake, the roads(even though they are all torn up) amongst other things. So my opinion is spend the money there, it ensures that you will be able to use the lake and facilities for many years to come. Jmo

 

[Rajobigguy]

Our trips are usually 7-10 days. We usually bring some food with us that we prepared and packaged at home then eat out a couple of days. We also make a trip or two too Walmart during our stay.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Our trips are usually 7-10 days. We usually bring some food with us that we prepared and packaged at home then eat out a couple of days. We also make a trip or two too Walmart during our stay.

Yea when we are there a week or more we will bring less and do a shopping run a day or so after we get there.

 

[Havasu blue label]

If your renting the house take what you need if not market shopping is always fun mr Morgan is sold in havasu you should let your dad decide

 

[Bowtiepower00]

Really hard to say. If I’m planning for a party I’m going to shop ahead and save money. That being said, I have no problem paying more (assuming they aren’t gouging me and have quality product) to support local business... However, I’m not going to support local assholes...

 

[Socalx09]

Costco. I always get burgers, hot dogs, some snacks and alcohol there before a trip.

My main reasoning is that I don’t like spending my down time shopping. As you noted, it turns into a fiasco.

With that stance does your dad approve of Walmart in town? That is almost as good as Costco, however the meats at Costco are better.

The only grocery store I shop in Havasu is Smith’s. Prices are decent and the selection is excellent. I wish that Smith’s was my local grocery store here in OC.

Yep, that’s exactly what happens. It reminds me of the game shows with the grocery stores. Everyone acts like they have never been in a grocery store and starts throwing everything in the cart lol.

He only goes to Walmart there when he needs something electronic or Home Depot is closed. Smith’s is usually where we shop. I like smiths too and it’s 24 hours so you don’t have to go early in the am. Smaller trips, it’s smiths and grabbing the taco night special at El Corral for some grilling.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Havasu. We usually eat out most of the time.

Did you buy the coffin freezer for your ice..lol

I was going to get one of those to have a supply of ice. now there is a RZR sitting I was going to put it. So much for that plan.

 

[Socalx09]

Havasu. We usually eat out most of the time.

Did you buy the coffin freezer for your ice..lol

Yep! Neighbor had one he didn’t use. It’s in the garage in Corona since there hasn’t been a empty truck yet to bring it there!

 

[Socalx09]

If your renting the house take what you need if not market shopping is always fun mr Morgan is sold in havasu you should let your dad decide

My dad has a house there so my argument was he already is helping the economy but yes, it’s ultimately his choice!

 

[RiverDave]

Most the grocery stores in LHC always have some beer special that is aggressive especially before big weekends.

Hamburgers hot dogs etc l, love Costco stuff.

 

[Socalx09]

Dont get me wrong I'm all in for saving a few $s.. but my opinion on this is kinda with your dad. You're using the lake, the roads(even though they are all torn up) amongst other things. So my opinion is spend the money there, it ensures that you will be able to use the lake and facilities for many years to come. Jmo

That’s exactly his mindset.

 

[Yellowboat]

The spending more is no big deal, the wasting food is just my $.02

 

[The Prisoner]

Most the grocery stores in LHC always have some beer special that is aggressive especially before big weekends.

Hamburgers hot dogs etc l, love Costco stuff.

We need a Costco in this area........Sams is boring AF..............At least they finally paved their parking lot so your shit doesn't bounce off the flatbed. Kirkland> Members Mark.

 

[Socalx09]

Still going to buy the Patron from Costco! Still the best deal for the 1.75 L bottle.

Most the grocery stores in LHC always have some beer special that is aggressive especially before big weekends.

Hamburgers hot dogs etc l, love Costco stuff.

Costco burgers and hot dogs just taste better! Plus I usually get the fried rice box. Everyone use to think I was crazy until 2am hit and they microwaved the bag for 3 mins and they loved it! Good drunk food.

 

[boataholic]

Most the grocery stores in LHC always have some beer special that is aggressive especially before big weekends.

Hamburgers hot dogs etc l, love Costco stuff.

Where is the nearest costco to Havasu?

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[The Prisoner]

Where is the nearest costco to Havasu?

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Henderson, NV And most of the time it's like Christmas eve in there......Saturdays are insane.even with the new one open on St Rose Parkway.

 

[79 HUSTLER]

Yep, that’s exactly what happens. It reminds me of the game shows with the grocery stores. Everyone acts like they have never been in a grocery store and starts throwing everything in the cart lol.

He only goes to Walmart there when he needs something electronic or Home Depot is closed. Smith’s is usually where we shop. I like smiths too and it’s 24 hours so you don’t have to go early in the am. Smaller trips, it’s smiths and grabbing the taco night special at El Corral for some grilling.

Unfortunately Smith’s is not 24 hours here in havasu.

 

[boataholic]

Henderson, NV

How did Bullhead land Sam's Club before Havasu?

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[stephenkatsea]

Where is the nearest costco to Havasu?

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Henderson NV. Also Palm Springs, but believe Henderson is closer.

 

[The Prisoner]

How did Bullhead land Sam's Club before Havasu?

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I don't know,really.

 

[Bobby V]

Where is the nearest costco to Havasu?

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Costco store locator said Prescott. Then Henderson.

 

[The Prisoner]

Unfortunately Smith’s is not 24 hours here in havasu.

Yeah those aholes close at midnight here in Kingman..........plus at 9 they lock one door "for your safety and ours". Goddamn fucking stupid. Causes a bottleneck for one and If I was intent on shooting the place up, what difference is 1 door locked gonna be?

 

[jeepdog]

Because Bullhead is cool

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[The Prisoner]

Costco store locator said Prescott. Then Henderson.

True......I was thinking of my drive from Kingman.......with that new rte 11 you get to Henderson real fast now though.

 

[Socalx09]

Unfortunately Smith’s is not 24 hours here in havasu.

Didn’t it use to be? Could have thought I have read 24 hours at one point. Usually get there around 1130pm. Thought it still was.

 

[jeepdog]

And less hype [emoji3]

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[HALLETT BOY]

I think Costco should take over half of that stupid mall in Laughlin , be a perfect place .

 

[CoolCruzin]

Yep, that’s exactly what happens. It reminds me of the game shows with the grocery stores. Everyone acts like they have never been in a grocery store and starts throwing everything in the cart lol.
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Seems like my family at the market in havasu

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Seems like my family at the market in havasu

Yea.. 32 different bags of chips. 31 of which are orange chips that are forbidden on the boat.

 

[mjc]

Yeah those aholes close at midnight here in Kingman..........plus at 9 they lock one door "for your safety and ours". Goddamn fucking stupid. Causes a bottleneck for one and If I was intent on shooting the place up, what difference is 1 door locked gonna be?

Havasu moves shopping carts over to the area left of the doors to block the kids that come in and steal beer., make them go thru cash register area.

 

[DLC]

We will buy certain things like a big ol brisket or carne, jalapeño ground beef ( Kennedy’s Karne ) something special at home but usually buy bulk food in Havasu, it’s easy hit up breakfast ( Black Bear ) then hit smiths...... wife likes to bake so we will hit up Walmart also if it’s a long trip..

The hardest part is learning the store, knowing where everything is at....

 

[RiverDave]

Unfortunately Smith’s is not 24 hours here in havasu.

They aren’t 24 hrs anywhere anymore. That just changed a little while back. .

 

[boatdoc55]

Dont get me wrong I'm all in for saving a few $s.. but my opinion on this is kinda with your dad. You're using the lake, the roads(even though they are all torn up) amongst other things. So my opinion is spend the money there, it ensures that you will be able to use the lake and facilities for many years to come. Jmo

Thanks from a Havasupian!!!

 

[OldSchoolBoats]

I buy booze and kid snacks at Costco and then we get everything else in Havasu. I usually shop at Walmart or Food City. Booze is more expensive in Havasu.

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[Rondog4405]

I hate having to pack the truck down b4 a river trip. We toss our bags of clothes in and go. Hit walmart or safeway when we roll into town and we are good to go.

 

[Wheeler]

Most the grocery stores in LHC always have some beer special that is aggressive especially before big weekends.

Hamburgers hot dogs etc l, love Costco stuff.

There is no crv on the containers in az. Save a nickle then take home and make another nickel.

 

[grumpy88]

Like others have said . If it's a short trip the time wasted in the store makes me grouchy . On a longer trip we bring enough to get through a day then we go to the store and purchase . Thumbs up on supporting the local economy though . Wether it's appreciated or not is another discussion . Lol

 

[Ziggy]

Most grocery items we get in Havasu, steaks and such at a Costco but not always.
No crv on all the cans/bottles in Havasu.
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A few times I've ordered Redbull on Amazon with delivery to Havasu. Even though my billing addy is Ca no crv since it was shipped to Az.

 

[ka0tyk]

big group? let people bring all their own stuff. you're going out to the middle of nowhere it sucks when someone "pre-shops" and only buys basic stuff. sorry but I like my brands of chips, drinks, etc. if im gonna sit out in the sun for hours i wanna at least enjoy it. if theres extra food, toss it back into the cooler and bring it back home with you.

 

[stephenkatsea]

Costco store locator said Prescott. Then Henderson.

You may want to check that out. According to Google Maps Costco Henderson is about 2 hrs 30 min. from LHC. Costco Prescott is about 3 hrs 30 min.

 

[Bobby V]

You may want to check that out. According to Google Maps Costco Henderson is about 2 hrs 30 min. from LHC. Costco Prescott is about 3 hrs 30 min.

Not according to Costco location map. I didn't check Google.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Not according to Costco location map. I didn't check Google.

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Prescott AZ is further from Havasu than Henderson NV Bobby.

 

[milkmoney]

Prescott AZ is further from Havasu than Henderson NV Bobby.

Good luck . I know you have the patience...[emoji39][emoji202]

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[Bobby V]

Prescott AZ is further from Havasu than Henderson NV Bobby.

Tell that to Costco..lol

 

[stephenkatsea]

Prescott AZ is further from Havasu than Henderson NV Bobby.

It's not even close. LHC to Costco Henderson is 143 miles. LHC to Costco Prescott is 207 miles. There's the additional hour of driving.

 

[Justfishing]

I am more likely to support a small local store than I would a Smiths when I vacation. I pack up stuff I can get at home for a good price or something I know I want and dont know the quality I may get on the road. I will spend more than enough at bars and restaurants. Hit up the little stores to buy a trinket/gift.

 

[Ziggy]

Palm Desert Costco is roughly 3 hrs also.