Tim B (Triprion)

Arachnoboards Username
Triprion
Previous Review/Report Link
http://arachnoboards.com/threads/triprion.218848/

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Overall rating
5.00 star(s) 58 ratings
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
4.97 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
4.98 star(s)
Price
4.97 star(s)
Great service, quality product
Purchase Date
12/26/23
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Great communication, prompt service, high quality product
Cons
  • None
Having recently ordered a centipede from Tim for the first time, I am extremely pleased with every aspect of my transaction with him. He is well-organized, courteous, quick to communicate, and most importantly, reliable. He not only delivered on my centipede order, but delivered a truly healthy and lively centipede. He is the real deal, and I won't hesitate to order from him again. For anyone out there concerned about the risks associated with online transactions with sellers whom you don't know, I completely understand, but wish to assure you from firsthand experience that Tim is an honest and trustworthy seller. You won't be disappointed.
Purchase Date
10/31/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Special order
  • Great prices
  • Healthy specimens
  • Flexible
  • On time
The last time I placed an order I mentioned a wishlist species that I would trade an organ for, and asked that I be notified if he ever came across one.

The man delivered. Figuratively and literally, if you count holding on to my order for several days until I could meet with him. It turns out he has ascended from being a household name to staking claim on an entire city; I brought up the trip to my boyfriend and he suggested we try to meet up with Tim for spiders. Funny you mention it...

This was my fourth order. Lucky for me his prices make it possible to add so much joy to my life.

They are perfect, healthy specimens that I have wanted ever since someone here called them "ugly," and "horrifying."
Purchase Date
10/01/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Healthy specimens
  • Great prices
  • Species offered
I accidentally bought a wild caught dwarf mature male at a local pet store, and reached out to Tim as soon as I discovered my blunder. I provided him the collection location and a picture, and he got right back to me with a positive ID. What a treasure he is. He set aside a female for me until I could make the drive down to see him. And maybe he did because I can't see over text, but he didn't laugh at me for wanting to drive several hours away to return the male to where he was collected from.

I made the best mistake of timing it for the upcoming expo, and happened upon the most delightful creature I may have ever seen, an Aphonopelma paloma... Something I didn't even know existed. And it was right before my eyes. It's a high Ive been chasing ever since. She was an unplanned purchase, so Tim answered my questions about her and gave me some protips on her setup to enhance natural behaviors. There are only so many tarantulas I'll be able to carry out in the event of a house fire, and she is one of them. The vorhiesi is great too :)
Great inverts :)
Purchase Date
10/23/23
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Good prices
  • Gives updates on tracking
  • Friendly person
It was a quick transaction, I don’t have anything negative to say about Tim. He packaged well the two tarantulas and two scorpions I bought from him. They all arrived lively despite the 1 day delay from FedEx. Highly recommend this seller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!
Paraphrynus carolynae purchase
Purchase Date
10/16/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Excellent pricing
  • Excellent selection
  • High knowledge of the animals
Cons
  • none
As always, an absolute pleasure to purchase from. Tim always has healthy stock of otherwise difficult to find native species, and has always been happy to discuss details and information he has on the animals prior to purchase. I was able to procure 10 perfect Paraphrynus carolynae for an excellent price this time around, and all are extremely healthy and already molting with me as we speak.
A dream to work with!
Purchase Date
July 29 2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Variety
  • Knowledge of species
  • Patience
  • Healthy specimens
Cons
  • Absolutely none
I purchased 3 tarantulas on July 29th. Triprion was great to work with. He took the time to help me figure out what I wanted in addition to my subadult female A.steindachneri. I ended up adding a female and subadult A. paloma to my order. All arrived very healthy. My A. steindachneri is a feisty girl and the A. palomas are adorable and fascinating to watch.
Triprion obviously cares about his tarantulas and ensured that they were safe every step of the way. I will happily purchase from him in the future.
More tarantulas!
Purchase Date
08/13/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Communication
  • Packaging
  • Healthy specimens
  • Best prices
  • Local pickup
  • Fast & flexible
  • On time
Cons
  • None
I ordered a few wishlist spiders and Tim accommodated a local pickup for me on short notice. Special considerations were made due to the heat and travel time to home. I received three gorgeous tarantulas.

You won't find better pricing, and definitely not from someone as knowledgeable or trustworthy. Very important when it comes for having a special interest in a genus like Aphonopelma!

Very grateful and looking forward to more!!
Exceptional quality, and service.
Purchase Date
5/21/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Quality, and clear communication.
Cons
  • None
All of my critters arrived in excellent condition. The packing was a bit different than expected I can't argue against it's effectiveness.

Communication was above par. During periods of spotty Communication he made sure to keep me in the loop.
Gorgeous specimens!
Purchase Date
04/24/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Great communication
  • Reasonable prices
  • Healthy specimens
  • Fast processing, on time
  • Packaged carefully
  • Local pickup offered
  • Flexible
  • Accurate description
  • Exceeded expectations
Wonderful experience, and I am grateful that local pickup was offered. I bought a jaw dropping AF A. Chalcodes and a B. Hamorii sling. I can't wait to do business again!

Attachments

Purchase Date
04/03/2023
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
4.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Excellent communication
  • Uncommon stock at affordable prices
  • Huge variety of stock
  • Excellent, safe packaging
  • Flexible
Purchased a Scolopendra heros "blotched" — excellent communication throughout and the animal arrived happy and healthy. Thanks again!
Scolopendra heros
Purchase Date
3/6/23
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Everything
Cons
  • Nothing
Tim was incredibly generous and patient with me while I ordered. The heros "blotched" he sold me were incredible and I cant wait to see them fully grown! Thanks again!
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S. heros heros
Purchase Date
November 12, 2022
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
4.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Everything
Cons
  • Almost nothing
Communication was great and pede came in stellar condition. Price was awesome, I haven’t seen too many heros heros for sale the price was definitely very good for what I’ve seen
Amazing service, and really nice guy
Purchase Date
September/19/2022
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Everything
Cons
  • None
I got two scolopendra heros plings from him and he was really nice and helpful. I had never bought anything off arachnoboards before so his helpfulness was very appreciated. Both centipedes came in perfect and I would 100% buy from him again, and probably will.
Purchase Date
08/22/22
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Availability
  • Prices
  • Communication
  • Packaging
  • Overall quality
Cons
  • None
This is my second time ordering and both times I’ve had a great experience! He’s always quick to respond and to ship. He’s super helpful in all aspects. I’ll definitely be purchasing again and I’m always recommending him!
Extremely smooth & everything was healthy!
Purchase Date
4-7-2022
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Fast & easy communication
  • Quality specimens
  • Good prices
  • Awesome variety
Cons
  • None!
I had been looking for some Scolopendra heros “blotched” for quite some time, and I saw that Tim had some for sale and decided to jump on em since I haven’t seen any for sale anywhere else. Tim was very quick to reply and was happy to answer any and all questions I had. We quickly got a shipping day setup and within no time I received my package. both heros came in healthy & active, and I could not be more happy! I would definitely purchase from this seller again. Thanks again Tim!!
Nice n Healthy Adults
Purchase Date
March 2022
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Everything pro.
Cons
  • None
Nice, healthy, colorful Tarantula's. Trustworthy guy. Really knows his stuff. This is a guy to check in with once or twice a year. I got andult female A. Marxi, female A. Santa Catalina Mtn, female A. Eutylenum and an unsexed A. Moderatum They all looked fantastic. Highly recommended.
Purchase Date
10/25/21
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Good prices, fast shipping, stellar animals
Cons
  • None
Bought 2.2 vachoni and 1,2 hadrurus, also ended up getting an extra 2.0 coahuilae. Communication was stellar, animals are all very healthy and eating well. First time doing business, only regret is that I didn’t buy more, definitely will buy from again.
Great Purchase, No DOA
Purchase Date
9/26/2021
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
4.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Prices
  • Communication & Flexibility
  • Shipping & Packaging
  • Everything Alive & Healthy
Cons
  • Stock list was a bit sparse compared to last year
I contacted Tim for a group buy with the Invertebrate Club of Southern California; this is our second club group buy, and as expected everything went smoothly and great! The prices were good as usual, I received quick responses to any questions, and everything went smoothly in general. Even before I paid, Tim was preparing my order and reserved what we were going to purchase. When the package arrived, there was great insulation and everything was packaged beautifully. Nothing was dead, and he even included a freebie scorpion! I'm looking forward to purchasing with him again!
Fast, Affordable, Quality Centipedes
Purchase Date
9/27/2021
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • Fast communication and shipping
Ordered several centipedes that were shipped quickly. One species I've never gotten from someone before that I was pleased to find for a great price. Extremely well packaged, all the animals arrived in great shape. Communication was speedy and the purchase was easy. Would order again without hesitation. Thank you!
Purchase Date
9/11/2021
Transaction Type
Purchase
Quality
5.00 star(s)
Variety
5.00 star(s)
Communication
5.00 star(s)
Packaging
5.00 star(s)
Price
5.00 star(s)
Would you purchase from again?
Yes
Pros
  • excellent selection
  • excellent prices
  • excellent communication
Cons
  • none
Purchased some Paraphrynus mexicanus and Vaejovis deboreae. The animals arrived healthy and were well packed.

V. deboreae is the first scorpion I acquired after I asked for a recommendation for a good small "starter" scorpion. It was an excellent choice.

I would buy from again and plan to in the future.
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