Freecycle
I’ve re-joined my local Freecycle group. It’s a simple idea that’s been up and running since 2003, when it kicked off in Arizona, where you and the other Freecyclers in your area advertise ‘offers’ or ‘wants’ online.
Need some paving slabs, a new front door or a mens’ bike, 26in wheels? Simple; post it to the group: ‘WANTED: Mens’ bike, Springfield’ in the header, and a short description in the body.
Have a dining table, some old CDs or a fridge that you need to clear out? Equally easy: ‘OFFERED: Half-height fridge, Boreham’ goes up top, the full SP down below.
On my local group right now, someone is looking for a moped and someone else wants software for a Philips CDI (no chance). On offer, among other things, are an exercise bike, a round blue table with four matching chairs, a couple of upholstered stools and a tumble drier. The TV that went up there yesterday has now been taken.
There’s only one rule, which is that money is strictly not a part of the equation: you can’t offer or demand money, hence the Freecycle name. Think of it as the ultimate, money-saving version of eBay, and hence the ultimate blagger’s destination. Best of all, as it cuts out unnecessary waste it’s green, too.
Find your local group at the Freecycle listings for the UK and other countries.
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