replying to posts

[Franco]

Here here! .. and well put.

Member status based on post count shouldn't even exist - I just ignore it, and I suggest if you're looking for advice on this board to do the same - there are other parameters you can look at (such as previous capture reports by authors - no point in taking advice regarding "cobia-on-livies" from someone who posts "whiting-on-bloodworms" reports every week!!)

Maybe a few keyboard-happy members should follow Heath's, Spaniard King's, Frank00's and Webby's (as well as other well known members) examples - fish shitloads, catch heaps of fish, and post quality stuff occasionally, if you got time, between work and fishing sessions!

[pommy]

Greetings all!

I know what some of you mean about the quality of advice from some contributors. Even so, there are often little nuggets of information or even gems hidden in some of these posts.

As a teacher, I like the way that younger members can post material, gain confidence and learn from adults in a safe, generally no-abusive environment.

Part of the benefit for some members must be to gain in self confidence and the ability to communicate with others who share their interest.

While it can be a little painful at times, the benefits to fishing and the community surely far outweigh the disadvantages.

Regards, Rob.
Ballina.

[Jeremy87]

When i first joined up i made alot of posts and gave alot of advice and probably spoke alot of crap. Now i've done alot more fishing for alot of different species and used alot of different gear and now make far fewer posts (and probably still talk alot of crap, this is a fishing forum after all). I think I've learnt enough to know how much i don't know. Franco is on the money, have a look at what members have posted in the reports section before you take their advice on other threads.

[mik01]

I'm getting tired of the moaning and whinging on this site.

no wonder some of the old crew have disappeared.

if only those who post crap responses, or disrespectful replies, thought twice before doing it.

[Didley]

Well said Pommie

Franco, I agree Member status based on post count shouldn't even exist. I'm a paid up "PREMIUM" member , I don't carry a colour "rank", although It has been accused by Mod 5 and possibly unknowingly by others of posting to increase my post count, because I post frequently, I guess, and I am guilty of saying things like Congratulations, nice fish or what ever.This site is an outlet of sorts 4 me as I work by myself all day, don't see any body. (can be a good thing believe me). What's the problem with just congratulating some one on a good catch, and not asking them what size hook or leader they were using. If some kid or 1 of your mates achieves something, you should be able to say just a couple of words with out contributing to everyone's knowledge surely.
Should u be getting your post count up, ( if that's how U get your jollys) if your just hanging s##t on someone, get rid of it, it's pointless. You soon get to know who's worth listening to.

Cheers Dids

Here here! .. and well put.

Member status based on post count shouldn't even exist - I just ignore it, and I suggest if you're looking for advice on this board to do the same - there are other parameters you can look at (such as previous capture reports by authors - no point in taking advice regarding "cobia-on-livies" from someone who posts "whiting-on-bloodworms" reports every week!!)

Maybe a few keyboard-happy members should follow Heath's, Spaniard King's, Frank00's and Webby's (as well as other well known members) examples - fish shitloads, catch heaps of fish, and post quality stuff occasionally, if you got time, between work and fishing sessions!

[bustaonenut]

something i like just as much as fishing is talking/reading about it. Not all my friends are as keen on fishing as i am and i often get warned by my wife on the way to a party to talk about things other than fishing. This is why i like this site, its all about fishing, i like to sit back and read all the posts. Some may be true some maybe false but who cares its still good. If you really want one on one specialist advice go to a tackle store or a boat mechanic or read an encyclapedia.

By the way i didnt know your status was counted on how many posts you did. I'd better start posting more often to catch up

[TimiBoy]

As many of you know I can be a little outspoken...

I like to congratulate a fisho who's had a big day outside. I leave the inshore stuff alone as I know squat about it.

I often have something to say, but I treat this place as a conversation at the pub, although I do not lie or exaggerate the size/quantity of fish I catch! Nor do I think it's right to call people out if I think they're telling a porkie.

I will never resist the opportunity to comment on a Political or Environmental matter, and am more than happy to get in a discussion about them, until I find the other side is a zealot, then I pull my head in...

As so many have pointed out, if you don't like it, don't read it. If everyone had to hold back and make only "quality" remarks, we'd have two major issues;
1 - low post count would make it very boring, little to read/sort through.
2 - people would consider themselves "umpires" even more so, when the perception of a "quality" post is purely subjective.

There you go, my two bits. You knew they were coming!!!

Cheers,

Tim

[breamnut]

[quote=Steve B;896114]Quote:
Originally Posted by breamnut
there pritty good but there is no use settleing for 2nd best so i will stick with....
yep u got it DAIWA!
i would rather stick with a brand that justs makes fishing tackle. not a brand that makes bike parts. hahaaha

Daiwa also make other products, including golf clubs


that was a joke steve as i have quie a few shimano reels

[Cheech]

I think most of you may have missed the point Breamnut was trying to make. I notice those posts, and it annoys me as well. I am not saying don't post your opinion. I don't think Breamnut is either. It is just a request to not offer crap advice if you know it is crap advice. It is all good and fine to say that people can make their own minds up on what they use and what they disregard, but those that are relying on the advice are usually not in a position to recognise what is crap (because they do not know and thus relying on the advice).

I also think that some people after getting their post count up feel that they are more worthy of offering advice the higher their count goes up. Just because someone's count is up doesn't mean they know jack sh!t.

To me, this just appears to be a request for members to try to be a bit more responsible when offering advice as people can and do make purchases and act on that advice. Seems like a pretty reasonable request to me.

[mungindi]

Morning,
The way I see it if you post a question and people take the time and effort to reply, then it should be accepted for what it is. And that's someone making a genuine attempt to help another person out and be accepted graciously. (it's called manners ) . The person offering assistance may not be giving the best advice, but at least they are willing to try and help. It's then up to the person who asked the question to make their own judgment on the advice given.
Gary

[gawby]

Cheech has stolem my thunder. I was going to post
in a similar way what he just said.
You might notice i thanked breamnut for his post and i
still stand by that thanks.
I saw what he said a different way to what most of you
have replied.
I am all for open comment but some of it is just sh!t and you
all know it.
For a little bit of quality i watched the video of Willos last
night about him catching snapper down at tweed heads.
A top video with excellent responses to all questions asked
by other ausfishers. An absolute credit to Wello.
As for the member status i think it is a waste of time because
wether you are a new member or a premium as myself who cares
because a new member might know a lot more than me. I
can tell you i don't know a lot about boating or fishing as i have
only realy got into it in the last 5 years. I learn every day.
As has been said some of the members that used to be on here now
that posted quality reports and comments have dissappeared and i
feel myself it is because of what i think Breamnut was trying to
say and was misunderstood by most.
Now you can bag me but i have broad shoulders and tough skin.
Graeme

[theoldlegend]

I think that the majority of people who offer advice are genuinely trying to offer just that, based on their knowledge.

It's up to the enquirer to be able to sift the wheat from the chaff by reading all the replies and if necessary, asking more questions.

Then again, the opposite is true in some cases, eg: "I have 3 Stella 20 000's , 4 Dogfights, 5 Egrells and 6 Loomis rods. What is the best combo out of these to catch winter whiting?" I get the feeling that these people just want to let everybody know what they's got.

Every site has it's shirtlifters and pillow biters, it's just a matter of knowing who they are.

As Pinhead attested to earlier, he's quite happy to catch bream with a Wilson, a 5" Alvey, mono and mullet gut. Me too. When people start talking about a $500 or $600 combo, then that's just not my scene. To each their own, I suppose.

There's nothing wrong in buying a $500 or $600 combo, far from it. I just couldn't justify it, that's all. It's a personal thing.


TOL

[Marlin_Mike]

Shirt Lifters????????

Pillow Biters???????

Whatever do you mean TOL??????????????

[oldboot]

Here's an interesting test.


Is there more carp spoken here..... or on television fishing programes......Hmmmm


There are a few TV programes that make this board look positivly authoritative.


cheers

[bushbeachboy]

I disagree with you blokes who say we shouldn't post up stuff like "Good catch" or "well done". If someone posts up pics or story about their day's fishing, why not offer a bit of support or encouragement?

If I was talking to a fellow fisho in the pub, or to my neighbour or a mate who had done well, I would say so to their face.

Why does every post have to be deep and meaningful?

Sometimes I personally enjoy talking sh!t. Just read the crap I posted about the fish hanging off street signs in NQ. It can be a good fun thing to do, and it's a bit different to the working world.

Now has anyone caught any fish lately so I can post up a 'well done' and get my post count up???? So I can sound more authoritative???? Anyone???