We Scammed A Scammer

[@Hill_Walker]

I can't believe Harry created this entire elaborate plan (including his crash) just to get a new bike!

[@pdoot]

You obviously haven't met Harry then 😅

[@RaveniusSFRJ]

Am I the only wondering why they would replace his bike if the wheels failed? Or maybe the bike broke upon impact 🤔

[@JayDubster]

Playing the long game 😁😁

[@starlitshadows]

Man is a genius 😂

[@FelixTheBroker]

Plot Twist --> The scammer IS actually Elves themselves, who created this entire scam for a free "sponsored" video ... Brilliant!!!

[@statom985]

and we didnt even see the bike

[@Cade_Media]

For those asking, we've passed all of the information we have on to the police

[@guystevens311]

Good to hear. I was wondering if we were the ones being duped.

[@Mclovinthedank]

Now the first person to buy a balance bike and glitter bomb themself unboxing it will get 20k views...

[@Forward__Unto_Dawn]

Thats like making a youtube video rant,and expect someone to change because of it...Real man dont complain to the police- they wrap their sleeves and make sure he gets it.

[@elswick4636]

@@Forward__Unto_Dawn Ooo you're hard

[@robertcatuara5118]

I assume the police will do nothing.

[@ItsSkingles]

I'm gonna sign off on all my messages with 'King regards' from now on

[@zzhughesd]

Just cannot beat a slip of King regards.

[@Saxtoo]

I'm gonna use Fecking regards!! 🤣

[@andrewmcalister3462]

I was just thinking about a glitter bomb, and you guys didn’t disappoint. Well done on handling this in a responsible (no publishing of details) and humorous way. And to Sarah Jane for being a great sport and going along with it.

[@michaelglidewell1524]

There's also a lesson in here how companies can avoid being scammed and that is to reply to email inquiries in an alternative manner such as Instagram or the like. Additionally it means that KZbinrs should have a presence across multiple social media platforms with multiple ways to directly contact them. Think of this like multi-factor authentication.

[@-P-Z-]

Sooooooo good. Elves rep did exceptional job here. Thanks for taking us on this journey

[@JourdainColeman]

This is hilariously brilliant! I've watched too many scammer payback videos to count!! I can't believe the scammer didn't want his name plastered down the side in capital letters though 😂(For the record I won't be doing it again either to be fair 😂😂). Hopefully, this person learns their lesson... and we get an entertaining video. Win-Win!

[@MarkyMarkZwifts]

They could have sent the scammer one of your chopped up frames 😂

[@mart1nandersson]

@@MarkyMarkZwifts That would've been even better than the pink bike. One of Jourdain's "tacky" frames cut in half 🤣

[@MarkyMarkZwifts]

@@mart1nandersson Here's your free frame sir, it's cut into 8 pieces 🤣

[@JourdainColeman]

@@MarkyMarkZwifts haha... that would have been a good option!

[@markt2562]

Watched your videos for about 5 years now, possibly the funniest video to date, whilst tackling a real issue. Glad you've an Emily, all good men need a wise lass, to stop them doing something daft. I just hope you have reported this to the police, before they scam another company. Good work lads. King Regards Mark.

[@Cade_Media]

Our dossier is with the police!

[@markt2562]

​@@Cade_MediaShould never have doubted you. Keep the amazing content coming. Enjoying the videos as ever. ❤

[@jonathanzappala]

Putting his crashed frame in the box would have been a good alternative to the kids bike 😂

[@deej1976]

I would have love the Amazon Eurobike been delivered, in what ever state it was left in after the d-lock episode!

[@macktaylor4389]

You lads are bloody hilarious, and I’m glad you were able to get some revenge on the scammer. Keep up the antics and great 2-wheel content!

[@tomrachellesfirstdance7843]

With quality acting in this video, I have decided you would be suitable for a role in our poplar tv show Eastenders. I would hope this would be a good career move for you as you are already both brillant actors and would love to maybe push cycling onto Eastenders viewers. Let me know when you would like to come to our studios in Richmond or Essex for an audition. King Regards Head of BBC

[@ProducerEmily]

😂😂

[@liamhall4877]

Full credit to Emily here. There is a lot of hacker vigilante content on KZbin that plays to peoples hero complexes and black/white view of justice. Her comments were a refreshing take that humanises the situation. So shout out to Emily for being the real MVP of this story and all round good egg.

[@Lugna1298]

true

[@discbrakefan]

Scammer is somewhere in these comments

[@Kim_Miller]

I retired a while back after twenty years as a prison chaplain here in Australia. I worked with a few scammers in that time who got prison time for their efforts. But there was also a time I was the target. I got a call from a parole officer who said, "I'd like to clarify a comment you made in your recent reference for Fred Blogg's parole application." I told her that chaplains don't do references for inmates, but tell me what you've got there. It turned out that the inmate had got himself onto a computer in the education wing and did up a letterhead pretending to come from me and then written himself a glowing account of how he was a good boy. The parole office was glad she caught on to the grift before it went any further. And that young inmate and I had a rather serious chat. But no glitter was harmed in the whole event.

[@harrymaccycling]

Plot twist - It was actually me all along...

[@bugsygoo]

Well done and well done for being completely thoughtful and responsible.

[@jamesmckenzie3532]

I love the diligent use of hold music while waiting for the final response.

[@DualDesertEagle]

I'd love to see that PoS scammer's reaction after unboxing that balance bike and opening the letter (provided he ever DID open it and didn't see such a thing coming after getting a cheap-ass balance bike instead of an expensive road bike frame). Also, I think publishing a scammer's personal data on the internet should be made legal, at least for cases like this one where the guy was impersonating who-knows-how-many popular KZbinrs on a professional level to get expensive stuff sent his way without ever paying for it! People who are willing to go to such lengths to get free sh!t they've done nothing or aren't planning on doing anything to earn have instead earned getting every last lump of *_SH!T_* beaten out of them and force-fed back into them by whoever gets their hands on them first!

[@M3GRSD]

Hilarious! And I love that Elves (Thank you SJ!) went along. I'm so glad I found this KZbin channel 😂

[@blkwrxwag]

Cheers to SJ and Elves. Makes me way more comfortable buying one given they have people like SJ working for them.

[@Aeysir]

This may not have been sponsored by them but, how much good press for Elves is this video. Makes you think; if they are this helpful for a gag, bodes well if you were a customer and had a real problem

[@StreamBikesNL]

This is so British. Taking a mick and thus creating wonderful content. Kudos also for Elves collaboration on this one. BTW you could ask Google to block the email address they created. Great humour guys and way to go to not acting on your feelings of being offended. ❤

[@drijackson]

Pure dead magic and so professional. The experience of all involved with this podcast is what keeps me watching. It helps that I worked in Newcastle for several years and loved it but this is so much more. I was used to the down to earth and honest opinion when I worked there but really the three of you involved and your friendship in this just shine and bring it to another level. I'm an old fart come late to cycling but I love it and really love your channel. Well done.

[@owensnicholas]

This is one of my favorite videos you’ve done. I love that you took a sensible approach to scamming the scammer and not turning into vigilantes.

[@grahambell9831]

An excellent video Francis, Jimmi & Emiliy......to turn the tables, with wisdom, humour and a serious message throughout, Chapeau to you all 👏

[@apa1]

This was great storytelling, very much enjoyed the phone jacker style animations 😂

[@DS-um9hi]

Plot twist: This was Elves all along, pretending to get a scam email just to be featured. 😮 Inception style scamming.

[@Cade_Media]

🤯

[@stephenmoore4651]

Is Harry's new bike pink and white and comes with free glitter 🤔? - hmmm. 🤣🤣🤣. Good work gents.

[@christophbosshard4028]

Great story and even better for Harry to get a replacement bike!

[@edwoodsnowden]

So entertaining! Good job Emily was there to advise otherwise this could have been the last Cade Media video lol :)

[@colinfisher2463]

Nice to see genuine video footage of what you too get up to when not making videos, I shall always be disturbed by the image of jimmy stroking Francis face from a work top! Thanks, hope the scammer realises their mistake.

[@kennethward9530]

Take solace in the fact that a hipster influencer owns a vacuum cleaner and knows how to use it-so there is hope for future generations.

[@timlee3000]

Thanks!

[@ricky7396]

Great stuff guy's. Scammers are the worst. Amazing how you turned it around though made a good contact, replaced mates bike and stuck it to scammer. Keep us posted

[@craigcarter9513]

Soooooo..... There's an Elves frame in my size going spare..... hmmmmm...... yes please. 😂

[@palexander5090]

The female journalist is spot-on. She clearly understands that 'retribution' is NOT 'justice'. Alas, a lass with class. Cheers from SoCal.

[@royjamescrossley3671]

That was so funny, I laughed so much at you two passing time waiting for the scammers response.

[@emercxkcorsa]

Great video. I love the "tense wait for a response" footage. Hilarious :-) Thanks for making such great content.

[@bradallen8643]

Excellent vid guys and well shared. Love your humour. Thank you SJ as well for your collaboration and faith in your own product as well as Cade

[@ioplup]

I think this might be the greatest video this channel has ever created, a work of art, and a hilarious story.

[@BucketOfCrust]

"King regards" is now my email sign offs

[@aljaliah6868]

I am just over half way through and thinking this is the best video / content EVER of yours, so much organic material it made itself ! Hope in the second half of the video we get to see the boys in blue turning up at this crook's house !!! After all , this is FRAUD !!! % years in jail sentence reduced to three for being the author of such good material !!! King lol regards

[@billincolumbia]

Elves and SJ, thanks for going along, and thanks for getting Harry a new bike. Jimmi and Fran, well played And Emily, what would we do without you? King Regards, Bill

[@agdemesa]

This has got to be one my favorite videos you have ever made that is not Project (insert place here) or Bike Fit Tuesdays :D Happy Elves and SJ is game on it, Justice is served, plus Harry gets a new frame! Happy Days!

[@malcontent_1]

I hope _Balaclava Francis_ will be involved in the future of Cade Media. Also, we need way more Emily in the videos!

[@markjthomson]

We can add this to pump action Francis

[@malcontent_1]

@@markjthomson indeed, it's an alternative persona, reserved for either committing or fighting crime

[@JulianKent]

Strong backwards-hat-Dylan vibes

[@dcltdw]

Well done on both getting the word out about scammers, handling it in a humorous way, and also taking the high road and not being YT vigilantes. Also, if you keep impugning Nick like that, I will definitely side with him when he glitter bombs your studio. :D

[@MrG-ed9ke]

I was initially going to say you guys pulled punches... then I saw the glitter 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DS-um9hi]

Just love the phonejacker reference.

[@starlitshadows]

This gave me a good laugh. Thanks guys and nice job to everyone involved 😂

[@danyjy8981]

Woooo so glad you guys did such a nice thing for Harry 🎉 Looking forward to seeing him race more (and being able to brake)

[@alethearobinson8132]

Well now. You know you have " arrived" when you are big enough to get your site info stolen.🙄 Brilliant job baiting the scammer and making light work for the police to do their job. Thanks for bringing us along. Cheers👍🍷🚴‍♀️

[@r.d.vaughan4541]

You guys will do anything to be the first with new types of Cycling content (kidding). I love this video and the responsible way you checked out the best course of action. Off hand I can't say I would have considered all the possibilities the journalist came up with. Well done.

[@mikkuun22]

It is good that the police had been informed because I am actually quite surprised by the purchase of skedaddle; for scamming a scammer, I think sending junk items is "kind" enough, but sending a new one feels extravagant. Nevertheless, it was entertaining! Kudos to you guys, Elves and SJ.

[@stuartpotter4923]

Absolutely excellent content... one of the best videos I've seen on the channel. More Scammer Stings please!!

[@dcv9460]

This is AWESOME! 👍😎I hope the scammer will learn his lesson 💯

[@GadgetDaveVlogs]

You guys are legends, you’ve handled this the right way and no one has got hurt keep up the great work. King regards

[@carl1427]

I've never woke up a day in my life and thought, "How can I scam someone today out of their shit?"

[@JustinDoesTriathlon]

Buuuuuut on the bright side, you now have tons of information about which brands are interested in collabs! 🤣

[@calebjackson2631]

Maybe in some elaborate 4D chess match, it was Elves getting some free publicity! 👀😂

[@Elves_Bikes_UK]

You just blew our cover! shhhh

[@riteshgarg]

ok, so what do we call these kind of Scammers? Cycling Scammers? nice and hilarious video 😂😂

[@tonyg3091]

“Not her real voice” part floored me…😂😂😂😂😂 BTW there is no Scott 53 size bike

[@davidjarvie9546]

Great stuff guys,love your sense of humor,the scammer is lucky that you guys didnt involve law enforcement at the beginning. 🇬🇧👍

[@davidjarvie9546]

Oops I forgot,,,King regards...lol

[@xavcarmic0686]

Loved this vid. One of your best.

[@festerofest4374]

What an unexpected and entertaining video that was the result of a scammer trying to scam! Would die if them opening the box could have been on video! Scammers (thieves!) are EVERYWHERE today in all aspects of life!

[@brianpurcell9058]

All I can hear when the glitter went everywhere was " nowt Daft" 😂😂

[@MattyBrad]

Jimmy writing delivery on the white board. Class.

[@jshaw4944]

Nice one guys. Great content and ethical approach 🎉

[@simonlynch4204]

Grade A story telling in this one guys. B-rolls, jokes, etc... Among your funniest video IMO!

[@waijun08]

Hmmm, i guess you wouldnt send email like that with dear Elves. LOL

[@kellypaws]

The beard stroking was pure genius.

[@chrisallen2005]

Years and years ago I hand built custom bike frames. Made a frame for a guy who was so annoying to work with. A few years after I built it he brought it back to me insisting that I replace the frame on warranty. He ran it straight into a bollard, at night, on a bike path. Folded the frame and fork in half. I politely told him that the damage was not warrantied. Offered to built him a new frame and for for an excellent price. He lost his stuff on me. Told me I was a terrible frame builder and so on. Was so happy to send him away with his bent metal under his arm. Have no use for scamming b--stards.

[@ShawnIsBatman]

The only thing that would have been more satisfying would have been to see the imposter arrested at the end. Great video.

[@MartinLeib]

Fantastic! Bit of justice, bit of fun. Happy Harry got a bike too.

[@FringaleABloc]

Best video in a while! 😂 Glad Harry got something out of it.

[@thatcrazyguyjay]

awesome video love it :) and ive just subscribed love biking and i cant wait to get back out my bike after watching one to many of your videos lol but love it and love what you do keep up the awesome work lads :)

[@chrisshea4582]

Great video gang, all the lols!!

[@voegelm]

I know why I love my Elves bike! Great work all of you!

[@duncanwilson3093]

The Fonejacker style animation 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JusTavvy]

This video makes me want to order an Elves frame now, got to love how their team were down to serve up some karma to this sneaky fella/fellita

[@johnmcnulty1129]

❤ it guys ! :) Well done, great work. Anyone caught red handed, sentenced to ride the 2024 Unbound "Crunchy Peanut Butter" section on a double punctured Raleigh Chopper !

[@terminalterminus]

I'm not a KZbin cycling channel watcher but the "algorithm" suggested this. Great piece but only complaint is you didn't even say which part of Essex (understand not revealing their address but as an Essex resident, I'd have loved to see which part you were referring to. There are rough parts as well as nicer parts of the county). Anyhow keep up the good (and entertaining) work.

[@fortis143]

man... now I have to buy an elves frame, this was insanely fun haha.

[@angela-onesroman8873]

New bike day had me rolling 😂...

[@oftankoftan]

I bet Elves are having a blast with the free commercial

[@tylerreece6084]

10/10 guys that was excellent, with someone’s who’s had to deal with similar situations in my life this was brilliant!!! 😂

[@cyklatillbahamas]

This video is amazing! Haven't even watched the whole thing yet.

[@kamil.pietras]

Love this video! ❤ great job guys! ✌✌

[@martimcfly6207]

Fantastic work guys! King regards from Zurich

[@derekcravenPT]

Awesome, you’re now a cycling/ private-eye channel… expanding into new territories 😁

[@BikepackingAdventures]

Great production Francis as always... would have loved to have seen the scammers face upon receiving a kid's bike!

[@pdoot]

Class! Love the phonejacker scenes👌😂

[@danandkiko]

This is some high level subterfuge here. Hilarious, interesting, and educational all at once.

[@dominicbritt]

Somewhere, someone experienced a very unpleasant glitter explosion… very nicely done!

[@MarkyMarkZwifts]

It's unbelievable what scammers are coming up with nowadays! If SJ hadn't DM'd you on Insta you would still have no idea and the scammer might have gotten away with it 😮. Great video as always.

[@Fixingeverthingwithaengine567]

Loved it. 😂😂😂😂 scammers. KZbin needs to do something about it. Maybe KZbin is paying the scammers to scam.

[@acidbath666]

Oh this is creepy, because I literally just ordered an Elves in nearly the same paint scheme

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

Does anyone know the best way to clean up a load of glitter in my house..?

[@panzer2181]

Great video! Also, very very wise words from your colleague at the end. Hope the authorities went knocking at that idiot's address....

[@yousufkazmi7842]

look forward to more "Fone Jacker" Francis popping up once in a while, but maybe for more fun reasons

[@harrymillikin502]

Definitely did the right thing! I'm glad they got caught out!