Do I really need to P?

[Trnch]

Is it really necessary for a Hobbyist to be registered on the P411? and have at least 2 sources for a provider to even consider you? How has it worked out for you guys?

[DarthMaul]

Trnch,

I myself haven't joined P411 either but it seems to make providers very comfortable. I have been seriously considering it! P411 seems to be "more or less" the standard.

[Htowner]

I surrendered.
Works pretty damn well for now. Nothing is permenant in this hobby but the urge to.

[AlexisSoftTouch]

It is always nice to see a guy that has P411 especially if he does not write reviews, but seriously I don't count on any verification but my own. So, if a guy does not have it, it does not mean I would pass him by..

[Combustion]

You don't need it and I don't have one but it would make it easier for you to get started.

[ThatManFromTexas]

I have only seen providers that are on P411. You can PM them through P411 ... seems to make things go more smoothly..... works for me. YMMV

[tbone2u]

It's helped me, no problems at all with it.

[enderwiggin]

For a hobbyist like me, who travels alot, P411 is the best. Prior to going to a new location, I check out the talent and send a few e-mails (you never know if they've retired/moved/etc.) and start making plans. Sometimes it works out great (SLC), sometimes not (Alabama...) Its much better than having to scout out BP/CL everywhere I go.

And in Houston, P411 really helped me get started. Now that I have a fistful of OKs under my belt, screening is a breeze with most of the known providers. Best hobby money I've spent so far. I wouldn't say "necessary" but it is very helpful.

[juan2fork]

It is the best way I know of meeting the ladies who have never met/heard of me. Remember to have those ladies vouch for you on P-411 because it opens lots of doors.

[bigbadbill969]

To each his own. Since I only go to a couple of agencies and I am well known at those agencies it would be a waste of money for me.....Bill

[RebeccaFair]

I personally love P411, it allows me to see a few of a gentleman's likes or dislikes (if he's filled out his profile) and gives me a better feel for whom I'm seeing. However, even with P411, I check how many ok's (require at least one)and contact at least one of them to further my comfort. When I see that I have an email from a P411 gentleman, I smile, as I know it will most likely be simple to book.

As I also will accept two varifiable references for screening, I would have to say that P411 is so much simpler, sometimes ladies won't give an ok, want to jealously keep a guy to herself (hey I figure there is enough to go around and I'm privaliaged when someone choses me), they aren't available, or some other drama. When this happens, I have to ask the guy for another reference. My ideal is to relieve stress, not to cause more.

Yes, YMMV with anything, but P411 has my vote.

[Don T. Lukbak]

I like it a lot, primarily because I'm lazy and it's a labor saver...plus I hate to bug Honey #1 to vouch me to Honey #2.

But just when I was considering shopping at Sofia's stable....wouldn't you just know it, they stopped honoring P411 (even with 16 okie dokies) and want you to join a damn club. That'll be the day.

[veteran4fun]

I joined but you have to start somewhere and it was hard when I first moved to TX. Everyone wanted references and I had just moved here and had never hobbied. When I was single I got more than my fair share and often. Must have been something about the flight suit. Once I got married the cow quit producing and I had to look outside the farm. It was tough getting in but I found that joining sites like P411, date-check, etc. helped. Especially when I was traveling out of town which I do a lot of.

[Guest021824]

P411 is great, like everyone says it makes screening easier on most occasions, especially when you travel out of town. After you have several OK's you never really have a screening problem. I usually don't see someone unless they are listed on P411, even if they have ads on BP or here

[Vivian]

Perferred 411 helps us know you are safe to see!