2014 Calendar

[deilenberger]

Ordered - thanks much to Joe for putting this together. There is a blank spot on my wall with the nail already waiting for it (where last year's calendar hung..)

[Catchina]

It's done!

I went for another ride this weekend but have finally finished it. Hey, it was in the 80's here in perfect California, too good to pass up!

You can choose the start month when ordering if you want to start Feb. 1st....

There is a small markup on the calendar which the proceeds will go to Doug to help keep the site going, so buy a few of them and give them as gifts, not only will people like it but you're helping keep this place running!

Thank you everyone for contributing, keep your camera with you and take lots of photos for next years!

Order Here:

http://www.cafepress.com/r1200rorg.1234182528


Cheers!

Thanks for putting the calendar together! So how do I order, the link is not working?

[deilenberger]

Thanks for putting the calendar together! So how do I order, the link is not working?

Link worked fine for me..

[Lost Rider]

Stand by everyone... I just got an email from cafe press stating that they have flagged the photos in the calendar as being against their copyright policy.

I've put in a call to them and am waiting to hear back, the email said any orders placed might be cancelled.
Needless to say I'm livid and frustrated. Something changed this year, it took me all day to get it together, the saved design kept disappearing and I wasn't able to get it into the store. I uploaded all the photos probably 10 times... Now this.
While waiting for them I'm going to look for another service to get this done....
I will post up as soon as I fix it.

Sorry for the delay.

[Lost Rider]

From Cafe Press:


Dear Joe,

Thank you for contacting CafePress.com!

I'm sorry, however your images were pended because of the use of the image of the motorcycle in your design. We have received many notices from auto manufacturers that there may be an issue with portrayal of their vehicles on merchandise without authorization (trade dress). We take such issues seriously, and for this reason automobile designs may be reviewed more stringently. I'm sorry for any inconvenience this has caused for you. For more information please see our Content Usage Policy at the below link.

http://www.cafepress.com/cp/info/help/i ... e=cup.aspx





Now I'm pissed, this is BS to say the least. Trade Dress under the Lanham Act has nothing to do with what we're doing here. I (we) own the rights to these photos and we don't need permission from anyone besides the photographer to make and sell calendars.


Searching for another vendor...

[Catchina]

That's nuts, there was no problem with the 2013 calendar. Trade Dress, seriously, are they saying that BMW would object to showing off our bikes on a calendar?


What is Trade Dress?
Trade dress can function as a trademark and is used to identify the goods of a party in the marketplace. For instance, trade dress can be the shape of a Coca Cola bottle or the shape of a classic Volkswagen Beetle car.

Several BMW pictures in this calendar...
http://www.cafepress.com/+pashnit_forum ... ,332454383

[Lost Rider]

I know, it's crazy... cafe press has THOUSANDS of MC calendars for sale on their site.

http://www.cafepress.com/+motorcycles+calendars

I've responded to them in a lengthy email and am waiting to hear back.

[RGC1248]

Maybe the name of the calendar..... All the other calendars are fairly generic names; ours is model (read brand) specific. My guess..... Either way, thanks for enduring, Finn.

[Newportcycle]

Unfortunately one does not need run foul of the law to be drawn into litigation, some companies are very agressive in brand protection. Im not saying this is the case, just saying. Small business owners have little choice as its cheaper to comply than hire a lawyer and fight.

[deilenberger]

BS..

Total BS..

Look at: http://www.cafepress.com/+pashnit_forum ... ,332433897 - I believe April is one of Joe's photos... and there are quite recognizable BMW's in several of the photos used.

[deilenberger]

And oddly enough - I just received an email from Cafe Press telling me my calendar was printed and shipped.

Sure sign of an organization that needs organization.

[arp]

I'm guessing the close up photo of the tank showing the BMW roundel and "R1200R" logo crossed some boundary. Thanks for your efforts Joe.

[Lost Rider]

I don't have a lot of time to start with a new company right now so I'm trying a different route. Taking advantage of their obvious disorganization... lol

Try ordering one of these...
It's our calendar, the same as the one in my store, but it's not in my store and with no markup.

I hate to give them the business, but for those wanting to get their yearly calendar it's the best I can do quickly. While cafe press has a very questionable and inconsistent content policy, they do have great customer service when it comes to orders, there's been a few issues with merchandise orders of mine over the years and they always made it right and right quickly. I wouldn't be concerned with getting the product you want from them.

SEE POSTS BELOW FOR CURRENT LINK PLEASE


The only response I've gotten was in reference to the many other similar calendars for sale on their site:

Thank you for contacting CafePress.com!

As you may know, CafePress.com provides an automated service to a rich and vibrant community of international users. Unfortunately, because our service is automated, sometimes content that is not consistent with our Content Usage Policy is posted on CafePress.com. We appreciate that you have brought this content to our attention.

Your ticket code is LTK1117603111923X. Please use this code in any further communication.


Best Regards,

[deilenberger]

Mine (ordered on the original setup that Joe had) arrived today, and it's hanging in it's spot of honor over my desk. A quite handsome calendar.. one especially good photo in it

Get yours today - no matter how you have to order it.

[Catchina]

Mine (ordered on the original setup that Joe had) arrived today, and it's hanging in it's spot of honor over my desk. A quite handsome calendar.. one especially good photo in it

Get yours today - no matter how you have to order it.

January
I'll try to order mine tonight if the new link works.

[MTBeemer]

I cannot get either to work.

[Lost Rider]

Looks like Don has the very limited edition calendar...


I just uploaded and made another one, not in anyones store, the link should be good for a few days at least, order them now!
As long as you see the montage picture on the calendar when ordering, it's ours and good to go!

Sorry for all the trouble this has caused, I started the calendar in Feb so we don't waist a month....


http://www.cafepress.com/cp/customize/p ... 1248847235

[Catchina]

Looks like Don has the very limited edition calendar...


I just uploaded and made another one, not in anyones store, the link should be good for a few days at least, order them now!
As long as you see the montage picture on the calendar when ordering, it's ours and good to go!

Sorry for all the trouble this has caused, I started the calendar in Feb so we don't waist a month....


http://www.cafepress.com/cp/customize/p ... 1248847235

Starts in Feb? Is the Jan photo moved out to Jan 2015 so it is still has 12 months?
I ask because the Jan pic is from my Colorado trip

[Lost Rider]

Yes

[MTBeemer]

New link worked. Have on on the way. Thank you.