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ilovetwofish · 03-03-2008, 06:40 PM

Im afraid to ask a question.

Pete_G · 03-03-2008, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ilovetwofish

Im afraid to ask a question.

That would be the absolute worst case scenario for a fishing forum that is nothing less then driven by people looking for knowledge...

I hear it often in the shop about other websites and this one as well.

As Mike P said there's another group that tires of the fighting and attitudes and stops or slows their posting. I'd be included in that group.

Frustrate both ends of the spectrum and it definitely can slow down both the number of posts and the quality.

OffTheHook13 · 03-04-2008, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ilovetwofish

Im afraid to ask a question.

Don't ever be afraid to ask questions, no matter what a couple of people say.

These fishing websites are here just for that.

Ask away.

Then sit back and read all of the answers, no matter how sarcastic some of them may be.

Take it all with a grain of sand(not salt)

But don't take anything too seriously.

basswipe · 03-04-2008, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by OffTheHook13

Don't ever be afraid to ask questions, no matter what a couple of people say.

These fishing websites are here just for that.

Ask away.

Then sit back and read all of the answers, no matter how sarcastic some of them may be.

Take it all with a grain of sand(not salt)

But don't take anything too seriously.

You said it.Period.

Adamfishes · 03-04-2008, 06:08 PM

I am also in the boat of not wanting to ask questions here and only reading this board instead of engaging in it. That's why I have gone to a different board where people show others newer to salt water fishing more respect. Honestly this guy was kind of asking for it with all his questions which were poorly written and easily researched. But who cares honestly? We are all just people no matter what fish we have caught or how long we have been doing it. We all deserve respect.

This is just an example of how this forum makes people feel. Maybe you people who flame might want to take a look in the mirror for some self evaluation.

I suck at fishing so what

But I am great at standing by the ocean and feeling relaxed.

.2

Gunpowder · 03-03-2008, 07:14 PM

hey.... i thought a free reel would help solve these issues..... man am i crazy or what

JohnR · 03-03-2008, 09:40 PM

People should be able to ask questions without getting dumped on.

People should be able to make their own research, opinions, and I would hope, people should be tolerant enough to let other people have their own opinions.

People should also realize that generating 50 questions at once is pushing it a bit.

Guys, please let off the gas on Mike a bit. Mike, you are pushing for a lot of info hard and fast. The purpose of this site is not to lay the ins and outs of surf fishing all over the place or to spill ones guts of info learned because someone just asks for it. Some info is given, some is shared and some is asked for. None is a substitute for going out and doing it... Please participate in the site, have some fun, but take the foot off the gas a bit please. It goes a lot better that way - thanks!

John

bart · 03-03-2008, 10:12 PM

how is it that the same people are always allowed to stir %$%$%$%$ up w/out any consequence? they belittle the site and everyone on it who isn't within their gay little clique and yet they're still free to roam these forums. F'n lame if you ask me

plankton · 03-03-2008, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by bart

how is it that the same people are always allowed to stir %$%$%$%$ up w/out any consequence? they belittle the site and everyone on it who isn't within their gay little clique and yet they're still free to roam these forums. F'n lame if you ask me

I hear you, but it is a free country and people can say what they want whether we like it or not, no matter how much of a prick they are. Bottom line, some people like to create controversy so they can get attention, best thing the rest of us can do is ignore them and maybe they'll go somewhere else to throw their tantrums. And just a thought to some of those who feel there aren't enough good threads on this board worthy of their precious time, why don't you initiate some worthwhile and interesting topics instead of just stirring things up like a small child.

Jenn · 03-04-2008, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by plankton

I hear you, but it is a free country and people can say what they want whether we like it or not, no matter how much of a prick they are. Bottom line, some people like to create controversy so they can get attention, best thing the rest of us can do is ignore them and maybe they'll go somewhere else to throw their tantrums. And just a thought to some of those who feel there aren't enough good threads on this board worthy of their precious time, why don't you initiate some worthwhile and interesting topics instead of just stirring things up like a small child.

I think Plankton said it best////

bassballer · 03-05-2008, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by bart

how is it that the same people are always allowed to stir %$%$%$%$ up w/out any consequence? they belittle the site and everyone on it who isn't within their gay little clique and yet they're still free to roam these forums. F'n lame if you ask me

Agree. Somtimes these forums can be like high school.

westhavendave · 03-03-2008, 11:32 PM

The guy has posted approx 15 questions in seven days, some even repeats. I don't find that excessive for a new guy. Whatever happened to the old school practice of mentoring, I think this is something lacking these days.my $0.02

UserRemoved1 · 03-04-2008, 05:59 AM

15 QUESTIONS?

DOES ANYONE REMEMBER SKITTERPOP when he first came on here?

Sorry Mike I had to use you as an example

Rmarsh · 03-04-2008, 07:55 AM

Hello All:
I have been a member "lurker"of this forum for a couple of years now, and I find it to be informative and entertaining. However when it comes to asking questions I have been hesitant. partly because I can usually find the answers by searching previous posts and partly due to the attitude of some forum members that cant tolerate those of us with less experience. There are many helpful and smart people here, also some who are just smart asses. Yes there are many books available on the subject and I have read several, but sometimes I have a very basic question I would like to ask without being told by some that the information is already out there and to go find it. Overall this is a great forum and I will continue to visit here often.
Thanks Bob M

bassackward · 03-04-2008, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmarsh

Hello All:
I have been a member "lurker"of this forum for a couple of years now, and I find it to be informative and entertaining. However when it comes to asking questions I have been hesitant. partly because I can usually find the answers by searching previous posts and partly due to the attitude of some forum members that cant tolerate those of us with less experience. There are many helpful and smart people here, also some who are just smart asses. Yes there are many books available on the subject and I have read several, but sometimes I have a very basic question I would like to ask without being told by some that the information is already out there and to go find it. Overall this is a great forum and I will continue to visit here often.
Thanks Bob M

I too am a newbe to posting but have been registered for 1 1/2 yrs. I must admit I am reluctant to post most often due to the "old" guard" sarcasm, which doesn't always come off as intended in text. Ths sight offers a wealth of info, and I suggest you search for answers to question first, before posting, to avoid issues with others, that are more often than not, tongue-in-cheek.

I suggest if you feel a reply or post may cause contention, you should sleep on your reply, or at least pause first. It's too easy to say or write things you may regret of feel were inappropriate later on.

My $0.02 anyway.

stripermagnet · 03-04-2008, 11:15 PM

i just joined up about 5min ago and wow i have never seen anything like this. did i miss something? obviously yes

GattaFish · 03-05-2008, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by stripermagnet

i just joined up about 5min ago and wow i have never seen anything like this. did i miss something? obviously yes

Glad to have you,,, Welcome aboard,,,

You did not miss anything,,,

It is just winter time,,, Guy's wives are driving them crazy, Lack of

and no one is fishing yet,,,, other than that everything else is fine,,, especially for me,,,

Enjoy the site and don't worry if a few people seem cranky there are lots of great people here,,,,,,,,

Gunpowder · 03-05-2008, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by stripermagnet

i just joined up about 5min ago and wow i have never seen anything like this. did i miss something? obviously yes

welcome.... and get used to it, at least in the winter time

OffTheHook13 · 03-05-2008, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by stripermagnet

i just joined up about 5min ago and wow i have never seen anything like this. did i miss something? obviously yes

Welcome

fishbones · 03-05-2008, 04:38 PM

I think we all need a nice, long post from Notaro to lighten the mood in here. I've never met him, nor have I ever spoken with him, but his posts are funnier than anything I could find any place else on the internet. Please update us on your hairy girlfriend who farts a lot, your gimp roomate and your run ins with the campus judicial board. You can leave out the stuff about your bowel problems, though. Sometimes more is less.

basswipe · 03-05-2008, 05:58 PM

A website about striper fishing and a guy new to the site asking questions about striper fishing and many of the asinine replies in this thread are the result?

All this as a result because two so called "pros" don't like to answer what they perceive to be "stupid" questions?Huh?

The whole goddamn idea of this place is the exchange of info and ideas.The two guys that don't want to give away their precious info need to simply not participate.DON'T REPLY!!!Freewill gives you that option,exercise it.

OffTheHook13 · 03-05-2008, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by basswipe

A website about striper fishing and a guy new to the site asking questions about striper fishing and many of the asinine replies in this thread are the result?

All this as a result because two so called "pros" don't like to answer what they perceive to be "stupid" questions?Huh?

The whole goddamn idea of this place is the exchange of info and ideas.The two guys that don't want to give away their precious info need to simply not participate.DON'T REPLY!!!Freewill gives you that option,exercise it.

fishaholic18 · 03-05-2008, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by basswipe

A website about striper fishing and a guy new to the site asking questions about striper fishing and many of the asinine replies in this thread are the result?

All this as a result because two so called "pros" don't like to answer what they perceive to be "stupid" questions?Huh?

The whole goddamn idea of this place is the exchange of info and ideas.The two guys that don't want to give away their precious info need to simply not participate.DON'T REPLY!!!Freewill gives you that option,exercise it.

Pro's...Funny..

bart · 03-05-2008, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by fishbones

I think we all need a nice, long post from Notaro to lighten the mood in here. I've never met him, nor have I ever spoken with him, but his posts are funnier than anything I could find any place else on the internet. Please update us on your hairy girlfriend who farts a lot, your gimp roomate and your run ins with the campus judicial board. You can leave out the stuff about your bowel problems, though. Sometimes more is less.

LMAO

BIG TIM · 03-05-2008, 08:55 AM

Is it spring yet?