Reach Eurobackers, the smart Way
We found the top three reasons EU shipping breaks for creators and built the fix.
Shipathons bundle multiple crowdfunding campaigns into one coordinated ship-out event, unlocking bulk rates, professional prep, and a smoother process for creators with EU audiences of any size.
A Shipathon Gets You Better Rates
Currently creators ship internationally one by one, assuming it’s just “normal shipping with an extra stamp”. In reality, international shipping adds extra service fees and line items per package, which quickly pile up.
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If production is cheaper overseas, shouldn’t shipping be too?
Shipping one consolidated package across the Atlantic removes the high per-package surcharge. Once inside the EU, mass shipping unlocks local bulk rates, often matching or even beating U.S. domestic prices, especially for lighter items.
We also offer managed shipping between our U.S. and EU hubs. Ideal for campaigns with only a few EU backers.
A Shipathon Double-Checks Your Docs
Customs declarations have their own lingo. Incorrect documentation (like calling enamel pins “collectibles” instead of “imitation jewellery of base metal”) can cause avoidable delays or even incur penalties at the border. That’s a headache for you and a horrible customer experience for your backers, who typically have to pay the fines if their rewards are beeing held hostage by authorities.
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To date, 0 shipments to AlpenCrowd have ever been stuck in customs.
Shipathon use a custom software and our item management system automatically flags common issues like this before they happen. Plus, by shipping to AlpenCrowd first, you have seasoned Pros supporting you locally should any issues arise.
A Shipathon Makes EU Regulations Less Scary
Every now and then, reports of a new EU regulation sweeps through creator communities, sparking discussions among American creators. Typically, there are few to no plain English guides available and the chatrooms are filled with contradictions (mostly from non-EU creators). This can be messy, and really, really scary!
The virtual office hours before a Shipathon put you in touch with real, local creators, who deal with those regulations and speak the language. They can show you how local businesses got their items up to spec. For small creators, that specific type of consulting just isn’t a real option (hence why they’re depending on online gossip), but due to the aligned timeline of a Shipathon, creators can team up for some myth busting, too.
