ikate need ipod charger

Written by Kate on 7 November, 2007

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recently my car was broken into. among other things and for whatever reason, the person took my ipod charger. i noticed my default was to just go to the store and buy a replacement. but then i started thinking that it would almost be a sin to do that; there is already so much junk in this world. then i got to thinking: i have got to be able to find someone who has upgraded their ipod and now has multiple chargers. so even though walking to work is a lot less pleasant, i am going to hold out until i can acquire a charger for my ipod without contributing to a landfill somewhere.

i wonder if we could start a movement to swap chargers and cords and things...?

in the meantime, do you have a spare ipod charger? (for the 80G kind)

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Hi Kate, The two places I

Written by Stephen (not verified) on 7 November, 2007

Hi Kate,

The two places I would suggest you post are Recycling Council of B.C. (RCBC). They have a place on their website to exchange items. Freecycle Vancouver of course is great, but better if you have something to give rather than if you are looking for something. Other than that I would give Craigslist a try. I'd be happy to lend you my iPod recharger, but I use it regularly.

Good luck in your search.

Any other bright ideas out there??

Steve

I've had a lot of luck with

Written by skoot (not verified) on 8 November, 2007

I've had a lot of luck with freecycle myself, and of course there's always craigslist. If you post a "wanted" ad you will have more luck than if you only search.

thanks friends. i have

Written by Kate on 8 November, 2007

thanks friends. i have posted to freecycle and craigslist. i'll keep you posted on my success!

hi Kate, A few more options

Written by Alexandra Samuel on 11 November, 2007

hi Kate,

A few more options for you:

Free Geek offers "ethical computer recycling" for Vancouver. Perhaps their very large collection of pre-loved gadgetry will include a charger?
I once landed at a hotel and realized I'd left my cell phone charger at home. I called their lost and found, and sure enough, some previous guest had left a compatible charger behind; the hotel let me keep it. I've done this since then too; most hotels have huge collections in their security or lost-and-found departments. So, next time you're staying at a hotel, try that route!
Win a solar charger for your iPod -- and a new iPod nano to go with it -- by sending a Green Gift on Facebook. The charger comes from MEC, if you want to get one directly.

update: i am enjoying being

Written by Kate on 22 January, 2008

update: i am enjoying being on the freecycle list... and in the end i did get a charger (from a friend) i am so glad i didnt have to buy another new thing...