You may want to move this thread to "Website Issues" eventually, but I posted it here to get better visibility. It may save others asking the same question.
The thread on Blade Kites has been locked. I assume this is because there is a link which violates the website guidelines. Would it not be possible to just edit the post to remove the offending link, rather than locking the thread?
Locking the thread has stopped a legitimate discussion on a relatively unknown kite, at the same time, it has not removed the advertising link. This seems counter-productive.
I have been on other forums where the Moderators would just delete any offending information so the thread can continue. Locking threads was only used to stop ongoing problems.
I think you are way off the mark. I think the Guys (Gals?) who run this forum do an excellent job and I thank them very much.
I know it is hard to find a balance that everyone will agree with and that is why there are guidelines and moderators. Ultimately, the moderators are forced to make difficult decisions. It is not my intention to slam anyone here, and I don't think anyone else should either.
I was just trying to explore another option that might better meet everyones needs. The problem with just locking the thread is the offending material is still there, and what may have started as a legitimate thread is now unavailable.
Thanks again CG, Don, Chris, and any one else who is involved in making this a successful site for us to enjoy.
do a search on locked posts and a lot comes up - read through a few and - interestingly all of the post that are locked or talked about locked post involve stores ( not porn, bad language , or threats) that are either online or outside of the lower-mainland bellingham etc etc ( as stated) so i did a search on stores and then a lot has come up about shopping at airtime - to which there are no locked post ... so my conclusion is
1. this forum is biased ( as above) 2. you cant discuss other stores ( although it says that on the home page) 3. forum is run by a dedicated group
all that being said still a place to visit and see whats happening -wind, ride share and locations to kite
car is packed - 20 more min and im off to the spit - let it blow, let it blow ,let it blow
RBS got a point about other links to stores that haven't been locked. Can someone clarify that, just want to have things clear in case, someday, i want to post a commercial link for reference
it look alike commuist govt control ! ? thats suck ! look above tabs of home,forum,gallery, stores,schools..................... why they use tab of store so no point to ban or locked is suck !
+1 just remove the link that was posted to whatever store it was. The thread is to let people know about the new 2011 blade kites and to get opinions/pictures and video.
Leave the post - it is an interesting topic that I am sure will arise again and again if bad moderating is prevalent We As users shouldn't be asking why again Who ever blocked it apparently again should be asking why again
I guess there's just rules. To control mass spamming. I don't ban people nor care who posts what. If there were tons of posts about sales of kite gear it would make the forum lame. Like some of the instigators.
The other day I was speeding and got a ticket, I broke the rules I guess. I could move to somewhere I can speed like hell and not get fined...
There's lots of weirdos on here just looking for attention!
I say go out and ride, you'll get noticed if you have something to offer.
Did u even read the thread then Colin before locking it?
Because it sure doesn't seem like it as there was 1 person
That posted the global msrp price!
Make a post about a product that airtime doesnt sell and it's ban Hammer or locked thread.
I took the time to write a review about the kites and what I think of them. You couldn't take 2. Seconds and delete someone elses Post which I had no control over......