Sam's Club might have some of the cheapest gas in town… but according to locals, you might need a helmet and a referee to get it.
Jennifer Coffey kicked things off with a post that quickly turned into a full-on group therapy session for Brunswick drivers:
“Not for the faint of heart… almost saw two fist fights.”
And honestly… that tracks.
🚗 What People Are Saying
There are a few clear camps emerging here:
1. The “What arrows?” crowd
Apparently, there are directional arrows on the ground… but a surprising number of people either don’t see them or don’t believe in them. Chaos ensues.
2. The “Just pay attention” crowd
Some locals insist it’s actually simple:
Get in the correct lane (based on your gas tank side)
Wait your turn
Don’t overthink it
In theory? Sure. In practice?
Brunswick Thunderdome!!!
3. The “Why reinvent the wheel?” crowd
A big complaint: Sam’s one-directional flow goes against what drivers are used to everywhere else.
Most stations (even Buc-ee's) allow flexible entry from multiple directions. Sam’s… does not. And that mismatch seems to be where things break down.
4. The “It’s not even worth it” crowd
Some are skipping the madness entirely:
Comparable prices nearby
No lines
No near-brawls
Hard to argue with that.
5. The “Shoutout to the MVP employee” crowd
Multiple people mentioned a staff member who helps direct traffic and explain the setup. When he’s out there? Things run smoother.
When he’s not? All bets are off.
🤔 The Real Issue
This isn’t really about gas.
It’s about expectations vs. design.
Sam’s created a system that:
Requires people to follow rules
Relies on attention and patience
Goes against “normal” gas station behavior
That’s a tough combo anywhere… but especially in a busy, high-traffic setup.
Even if the system technically works, it violates what people expect:
Every other gas station = flexible, intuitive flow
Sam’s = rigid, confusing entry pattern
That friction is what creates the tension.
And once frustration enters the situation… things can escalate fast.
