I'm the one who put up the trade request

I think a trade thread would be great as I was not sure where to put my request. I must admit, I first tried to sell the computer and had no takers. I also was willing to give it away but wanted to try a trade first because I have been hankering for a set of panniers but did not have the money for a new pair.

This turned out to be a win-win situation. I got a response to my request quickly and the exchange is in progress!