Post by earlwb on Feb 22, 2012 16:25:52 GMT -5
Our first moderator had posted this a long time ago about the rules for posting messages and such in the forum. I thought I ought to repost this where people can see it easier as it isn't all that easy to notice in the first forum category here:
scootdawg.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=intro&action=display&thread=14654
The ScootDawg Forum takes pride in being the friendliest scooter discussion board on the web. This has not come about by chance. The volunteer staff work very hard to keep the boards civil and spam free. The sense of community that has developed as a result is truly unique.
While everyone is welcome to participate there are a few rules that you must adhere to before posting.
Be polite! Dissagreements are fine, even healthy, but allowing a thread to spiral into a flaming hate fest will not be tolerated and the thread will be deleted. Members are encouraged to post their complaints about various dealers and vendors. That said there is a caveat. Complaining is one thing. Going totally OCD on the dealer or supplier in question is not! Start one thread and limit your comments about your experiences to that thread. Don't interject negative comments about said dealer on every thread you post in regardless of the topic. There is a board specifically for posting good and bad experiences with dealers. Limit these posts to that board.
No spamming or free advertising! Soliciting members through E-mail, Private Messaging, or general posting is prohibited. Also promoting your goods and services without the express permission of the Admin (Dawg) is strictly forbidden.
No Group Buys We can not allow the organization of group buys on the forum. The potential for something to go wrong or someone to get swindled is too high.
Dealers and Importers Dealer and importer participation is welcomed and encouraged. Those who actively participate in forum discussions and give unbiased aid and assistance to members regardless of what they ride can post news relevant to their business. This is however a fine line and very easy to cross. Announcing a new model, policy, website, accessory lines, etc. are acceptable topics but posting pricing, promoting sales, directly soliciting business and so forth are not allowed in discussion threads. If in doubt contact a moderator for clarification. Dealers may post sales in the Flea Market forum for individual items or special sales events and offers.
Keep it Clean! There is absolutely no racial, or sexually explicit posts allowed. Posting NSF (Not Safe for Work) doesn't cut it. Member's children should be able to view the site with Mom and Dad with no concerns.
No Flaming! No one here at ScootDawg will ever be put down for their choice of Scooter. All scooterists are welcome regardless of what they own, where it was made, where it was bought etc. We are here to help each other find solutions to problems not make them feel bad for owning a "cheap" scooter. No all of us can afford a Honda or Vespa.
No Political Discussions! There is absolutely nothing that stirs up tempers on a forum faster than a political reference. There are thousands of places on the web to do that if that's your thing. Not here. Stick to scooters and life's other lighter issues.
Religion There will be no discrimination allowed against anyone of any religion at any time. That said it is not acceptable to impose your religion on others. If you have a religious website you can post a link in your signature. Saying "God Bless You" and other similar expression when replying to a tragic post is fine as well. Starting religious discussions is not. Again there are thousands of other sites that specialize in that.
Generally speaking if a Staff member notices a violation he or she will warn that member via a Private Message. If the member persists it will result in their being banned from the forum.
Now keep it civil and go have fun, learn, and prosper. Remember... It's all about the ride!
The ScootDawg Staff
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scootdawg.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=intro&action=display&thread=14654
The ScootDawg Forum takes pride in being the friendliest scooter discussion board on the web. This has not come about by chance. The volunteer staff work very hard to keep the boards civil and spam free. The sense of community that has developed as a result is truly unique.
While everyone is welcome to participate there are a few rules that you must adhere to before posting.
Be polite! Dissagreements are fine, even healthy, but allowing a thread to spiral into a flaming hate fest will not be tolerated and the thread will be deleted. Members are encouraged to post their complaints about various dealers and vendors. That said there is a caveat. Complaining is one thing. Going totally OCD on the dealer or supplier in question is not! Start one thread and limit your comments about your experiences to that thread. Don't interject negative comments about said dealer on every thread you post in regardless of the topic. There is a board specifically for posting good and bad experiences with dealers. Limit these posts to that board.
No spamming or free advertising! Soliciting members through E-mail, Private Messaging, or general posting is prohibited. Also promoting your goods and services without the express permission of the Admin (Dawg) is strictly forbidden.
No Group Buys We can not allow the organization of group buys on the forum. The potential for something to go wrong or someone to get swindled is too high.
Dealers and Importers Dealer and importer participation is welcomed and encouraged. Those who actively participate in forum discussions and give unbiased aid and assistance to members regardless of what they ride can post news relevant to their business. This is however a fine line and very easy to cross. Announcing a new model, policy, website, accessory lines, etc. are acceptable topics but posting pricing, promoting sales, directly soliciting business and so forth are not allowed in discussion threads. If in doubt contact a moderator for clarification. Dealers may post sales in the Flea Market forum for individual items or special sales events and offers.
Keep it Clean! There is absolutely no racial, or sexually explicit posts allowed. Posting NSF (Not Safe for Work) doesn't cut it. Member's children should be able to view the site with Mom and Dad with no concerns.
No Flaming! No one here at ScootDawg will ever be put down for their choice of Scooter. All scooterists are welcome regardless of what they own, where it was made, where it was bought etc. We are here to help each other find solutions to problems not make them feel bad for owning a "cheap" scooter. No all of us can afford a Honda or Vespa.
No Political Discussions! There is absolutely nothing that stirs up tempers on a forum faster than a political reference. There are thousands of places on the web to do that if that's your thing. Not here. Stick to scooters and life's other lighter issues.
Religion There will be no discrimination allowed against anyone of any religion at any time. That said it is not acceptable to impose your religion on others. If you have a religious website you can post a link in your signature. Saying "God Bless You" and other similar expression when replying to a tragic post is fine as well. Starting religious discussions is not. Again there are thousands of other sites that specialize in that.
Generally speaking if a Staff member notices a violation he or she will warn that member via a Private Message. If the member persists it will result in their being banned from the forum.
Now keep it civil and go have fun, learn, and prosper. Remember... It's all about the ride!
The ScootDawg Staff
Read more: scootdawg.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=intro&action=display&thread=14654#ixzz1n9F1YvFi