martock_carver Posted December 7, 2023 Report Share Posted December 7, 2023 Apologies if it's been asked (didn't find a thread about this in a search), but has anyone had any luck contacting UPZ Canada or Dan Yoja? Would like to order some replacement heels and toes for my RC 10s but the site is down for maintenance: https://upzboots.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carvedog Posted December 7, 2023 Report Share Posted December 7, 2023 I have tried off and on for months now. Nothing. Not sure what happened there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted December 7, 2023 Report Share Posted December 7, 2023 1 hour ago, martock_carver said: Apologies if it's been asked (didn't find a thread about this in a search), but has anyone had any luck contacting UPZ Canada or Dan Yoja? Would like to order some replacement heels and toes for my RC 10s but the site is down for maintenance: https://upzboots.com/ He's in BC. Try giving him a call? UPZ BOOTS North America Dan YOJA Box 475 Osoyoos, BC CANADA V0H 1V0 TEL / FAX 001 250 495 3388 yoja@upzboots.com www.upzboots.com 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martock_carver Posted December 9, 2023 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2023 (edited) Unfortunately Dan won't be answering calls or emails. In case I'm not at liberty to say, I'm not going to give the reason why here. All I will say is that his wife is tracking calls and emails on his behalf, and that there's plans of someone else taking over for Dan. I was told to send emails to upzboots@gmail.com Edited December 9, 2023 by martock_carver 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunSurfer Posted December 9, 2023 Report Share Posted December 9, 2023 That's not good news, whatever the reason Dan is out of action. I bought my boots through him a few years back, a very smooth process. Getting equipment for our sport in New Zealand is never entirely straightforward. Thanks @martock_carver for the information. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted December 9, 2023 Report Share Posted December 9, 2023 Sad news, but thanks for sharing. Wishing all the best for Dan! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lafcadio Posted December 10, 2023 Report Share Posted December 10, 2023 Oh no. This is sad news. Dan was super helpful in my transition from Deeluxe to UPZ boots. He always went out of his way to answer my questions and provided amazing service. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeW Posted December 11, 2023 Report Share Posted December 11, 2023 I hope it's not health related for I've been interacting with Dan Yoja for maybe 2 decades when it comes to those boots. He's gone extra miles here and there. Thanks for chiming in, @martock_carver, for it does help clarify a couple of things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjnakata Posted December 30, 2023 Report Share Posted December 30, 2023 Does anyone have an update on UPZ boots in NA? I notice the website is still "undergoing maintenance" (upzboots.com) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keenan Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 In a case like this, when nobody seems to have an answer, I look to the spirit world. So, I lit some incense, held a séance and consulted the all knowing Ouija Board. The response was "two weeks". For what it's worth. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebogilles Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 (edited) Sorry to announce you that Dan as passed away some time in the last year or so got that sad news directly from the people of upz in Austria. Edited January 6 by Jack M correction 1 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted January 5 Report Share Posted January 5 Ah, that's too bad - thanks for letting us know. Wish we could do something for his wife as a group perhaps. At minimum an e-card or similar. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kibber Posted January 7 Report Share Posted January 7 lebogilles, thnx for update, was not expecting that! so sad. godspeed, Dan. great idea, slabber. I second any gesture as a group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Utah Posted January 7 Report Share Posted January 7 All, I am pleased with the genuine outpouring of compassion (and the spot of Kennan’s humor) from the vast majority of posts on this topic of UPZ NA but I am honor-bound to address an issue. Accordingly, I will quickly address the issue and then I will provide factual updates to ease concerns and restore confidence in UPZ NA. My point of consideration is only directed at one specific post. Although members of our forum knew the facts about this sad situation, one can see in their posts that they respectfully declined to blurt out what happened to the individual or suggest the cessation of said individual’s distributorship. To be direct, please honor the legacy of an individual, be respectful and carefully consider the hurtful impacts of words upon grieving survivors and their business. We all make mistakes so let’s consider that resolved and move forward in friendship. And now, here is your factual update. The UPZ North American distributorship has been transferred to another individual with hard and soft boot experience. Transfer of any business is time-consuming, thus the delay. The website and Instagram account is forecast to be relaunched within the next few weeks. @Keenan, you called it, in your own unique and distinctive way. This year presents an outstanding and unique opportunity for UPZ NA customers as orders placed within a specific time frame after the relaunch will be filled and delivered more rapidly than ever. We’re talking just the time for the order to be filled by UPZ in Austria, clear customs, air ship to the US-based new distributor and be shipped to customers. This alone should grab everyone’s attention. 2024 models will be unchanged from 2023 models, thus there is no need to wait until March to order next year’s models. Opportunities for boot fitting at various resorts across the United States are being planned by UPZ North America. More to follow as information becomes available. 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted January 8 Report Share Posted January 8 thanks for that update @CB Utah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortcutToMoncton Posted January 8 Report Share Posted January 8 Wow, I’m really sorry to hear this. I met Dan in BC once many years ago and he was a real one. I will say that I am not exactly pleased with what has happened in this thread. No one needs to have anything announced if they do not wish to do so. But if that is the approach, then speculation is what naturally happens, and that is fine too. There is no need to retcon based on the incomplete information available to people at the time. I directed two people to UPZ this fall who reported back to me that it seemed I had sent them to a non-responsive company. I was embarrassed and assumed Dan was shutting it down. I’m glad that’s not the case, but there’s no need to cover up the uncertainty that happened in the meantime. Cheers to Dan. I hope he’s got a bluebird day up there somewhere. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted January 23 Report Share Posted January 23 Dan was helpful when I was looking at UPZ boots, ultimately giving me some good advice on my potential purchase, even though it wasn't through him directly. I understand his widow has a new kitten that she is fond of and wonder if any would be interested in contributing to a gift card at one of the Canadian online pet stores? I would be happy to facilitate. I am not suggesting any extravagant amount but if everyone chipped in a buck or three, it might make a nice gesture? If you're interested, I can PM my email which is good for either PayPal or email money transfer. Let me know if there's interest and we can set a deadline of a week or so, not to drag it out. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted January 23 Report Share Posted January 23 So, this is a go. I've received the first donation. I'll plan to create a separate thread/topic to track. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortcutToMoncton Posted January 23 Report Share Posted January 23 Interested, shoot me pm 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 created a new thread for the topic: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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