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As the voice behind Costco97, Jeff Shenk is a major contributor to finding .97 deals and sharing his Costco shopping tips. Jeff is the founder, managing editor, and Chief Costcoholic behind Costco97. He has expertise in writing, editing, email marketing, business development, operations management... and all things Costco.

Jeff graduated from UC Davis with a degree in English Literature and survived a short stint teaching high school English in California. Since then, his “day job” has been as a partner in a loyalty marketing company in the SF Bay Area.

When not spending his free time at one of Costco’s twenty Bay Area locations, you can find him playing roller hockey or catching up on Gold Rush episodes.

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Puma Men's Court Shoe Mes Mens at Costco

Men's Clothing February 26, 2026

New Product: Puma Men’s Court Shoe

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been looking for an affordable court shoe that won’t break the bank, Puma’s got you…

X-shot Motor Soakers O Fully Motorized • Batteries Included at Costco

Outdoors Seasonal February 26, 2026

New Product: X-Shot Motor Soakers

Compare at Amazon Just spotted something that’s going to make summer water fights way more exciting – the X-Shot Motor…

Chocovia Dubai Style Milk Chocolate Eggs at Costco

Food February 26, 2026

New Product: Chocovia Dubai Style Milk Chocolate Eggs

Compare at Amazon If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you’ve definitely seen those viral Dubai chocolate bars with…

Lenovo Aio Idea Centre 27" Touchscreen Dt R5/16gb/1tb Ssd • Amd Ryzen 5 Processor at Costco

Computers Electronics Lenovo February 24, 2026

Lenovo AIO IdeaCentre 27″ Touchscreen Desktop – AMD Ryzen 5/16GB/1TB SSD

Compare at Amazon Spotted this Lenovo IdeaCentre 27″ touchscreen all-in-one desktop on clearance, and if you’ve been eyeing a space-saving…

Nearly Nmtural Faux 4 Cedar Tree Uv Resistant • Lifelike Branches at Costco

Home Home Decor Patio February 24, 2026

Nearly Natural Faux 4′ Cedar Tree UV Resistant 2 PK

Compare at Amazon Spotted something interesting in the clearance aisle: Nearly Natural’s faux 4-foot cedar trees are marked down, and…

Adidas Men's Breaknet Shoe at Costco

Adidas Fashion Footwear February 24, 2026

Adidas Men’s Breaknet Shoe

Compare at Amazon Spotted a solid clearance find for anyone needing a fresh pair of everyday sneakers: the Adidas Men’s…

Yankee Candle Car Jar Air Freshener • Up to 30 Days Fragrance at Costco

Automotive Fragrance February 23, 2026

Yankee Candle Car Jar Air Freshener

Compare at Amazon Spotted something practical in the clearance aisle: Yankee Candle Car Jar Air Fresheners in a 5-pack are…

Michelin Guardian Beam Wiper Blade Assorted Sizes • Michelin Fitment Guide at Costco

Automotive February 23, 2026

Michelin Guardian Beam Wiper Blade

Compare at Amazon Spotted something practical in the clearance aisle: Michelin Guardian Beam Wiper Blades in assorted sizes are getting…

C.g. Hunter 4ux 8' Olive Tree Cream Modern Planter • Hand Painted Trunk and at Costco

Home Home Decor Plants February 23, 2026

C.G. Hunter Faux 8′ Olive Tree

Compare at Amazon Spotted something interesting in the clearance aisle: an 8-foot artificial olive tree from C.G. Hunter in a…

Puma Women's Court Sneaker at Costco

Fashion Footwear Puma February 23, 2026

Puma Women’s Court Sneaker

Compare at Amazon Spotted a Puma clearance find that sneakerheads might want to check out: the Puma Women’s Court Sneaker…

Sonicare Optimal Clean Rechargeable Toothbrushes • 2 Rechargeable Handles at Costco

Dental Personal Care February 23, 2026

Sonicare Optimal Clean Rechargeable Toothbrushes

Compare at Amazon Spotted something worth sharing for anyone looking to upgrade their oral care routine: the Sonicare Optimal Clean…

Mohawk Home Zula Runner100% Polyester at Costco

Home Rugs February 23, 2026

Mohawk Home Zula Runner 30″ x 96″

Compare at Amazon Spotted a Mohawk Home Zula Runner hitting the clearance rack, and this 100% polyester hallway hero might…