i think i just figured it out. I looked again at the BBTS listing and it is listed as a whopping 89 lbs!!!! that's an actual weight of a small human!!
and they also had this posted.
Please Note: Shipping cost is calculated using dimensional weight instead of actual weight. Due to USPS size restrictions, this item is only available to ship by UPS or Fedex Ground for all domestic orders. International customers will be notified at the time of shipping if this item needs to ship via a different method than chosen.
wow...i don't even know anymore if it is still even worth it.