For the last several years, I've tried to help newbies by lending them stuff, so that they can make a start without too much investment. This includes tx/rx, engines, motors, props, ESCs etc. Expecting return in 1-2 months.
Sorry to say that of late such beneficiaries go off the forum, and no longer respond to phone calls, SMSs, Whatsapp msgs, emails.
Perhaps I should have sent return postage too.
I guess trying to help by sending stuff on a returnable basis, is a model that doesn't work...
Not very nice at all. But yes, it does happen.
I think some people do not value the Free stuff. Its better to charge them.
Two faces of a same coin. Finding genuine people is a tough job! The least they could do is to keep up the commitment.
Perhaps you should make their names, phone number & address (if available) public, if someone stays close to that place they can visit such people and ask for the stuff.
Well, that's probably a much better idea. You can make them public, and for sure they'll return your stuff.
And consider taking a higher token fee, the next time you lend items. I know that makes it less effective, but you should be in a position to not lose your items.
Great title, by the way! ;D