[dgzl]

I don't really see the problem there to be honest. When it comes to electronics at the garage sale, I usually don't purchase unless I can tell that it's working or isn't difficult to fix. There could be a number of things wrong with electronics that don't show on the surface. One of the downsides to the garage sale is that sales are final. Basically, you took a chance on a risky second-hand product and the fortune wasn't in your favor.

[bcmo]

Do you work for REI or have a business relationship with them?

[dgzl]

No lol, I'm just a fanboy. They sell a lot of things I buy, and one of the only physical stores like it around.