If you're eating gluten free you're probably doing a lot of mailing. One of the better deals around for shipping is the USPS regional flat rate box. It costs less than the regular USPS flat rate box. There are weight limits, though.
USPS information on weight and cost
You'll need to get a free usps.com account to order the boxes. They aren't available at post offices like the regular flat rate boxes. But they're free to order, and they'll be delivered to you. It's a pretty great setup, all around.
I just ordered size B1 and C boxes. B1 is 12" x 10-1/4 x 5", and you can ship up to 20 lb - after that they charge differently. C is 15" x 12" x 12", and up to 25 lb.
The whole east coast is in zone 8, so if you're mailing from the vicinity of the trail you'd be mailing within one zone. Obviously this is not helpful if you're mailing from California. Here's a link to a post describing zone shipping:
http://mtmailing.com/blog/2008/03/01/save-postage-bound-printed-matter/
Of course, check for yourself! But you might find this a money saving measure. I compare all available rates when I'm shipping. Sometimes flat rate is cheaper, sometimes not.
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