rapper4mpi 0 #1 December 10, 2004 Okay, so sure, after you have been contributing to thse forums for a few years or more, it seems that all the topics have been covered. At least until a new advancement in gear give us more to debate/discuss. I also agree that doing a search for the topic first is good policy, but simply locking a thread to prevent more conversation of a previously talked about topic is not wise.... Why, well, what if someone has new light to shed on a topic? Also, at times, discussions need to be revamped, as outdated thinking can change... In the case of the Sabre Opening....I have had a new, expereince regarding their openings and would have liked to add my two cents....Maybe I'll start a new post and see if that one gets locked too. Anyway, just something that the moderators should consider before locking a thread due to a beaten to death topic. Nice to be back. -Rap Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #2 December 10, 2004 QuoteIn the case of the Sabre Opening....I have had a new, expereince regarding their openings and would have liked to add my two cents So how hard would it be for you to go find a thread that already exists on the subject and post your experience there? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #3 December 10, 2004 From the Forum Rules: QuoteUse existing threads on your topic to continue a discussion rather than starting a new one. Posts that are repetitive in nature (i.e. Dead Horses) may be removed or locked at the discretion of the moderators. Quotethe case of the Sabre Opening....I have had a new, expereince regarding their openings and would have liked to add my two cents....Maybe I'll start a new post and see if that one gets locked too. Simply use the search feature, choose the thread that best fits your new information, and resurrect it by replying to it. It will get more attention and be better supported by the other comments already in that thread. Nobody is opposed to new information, but having thirty different conversations about the same subject doesn't forward the "cause."Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airman1270 0 #4 December 10, 2004 Thanks. I'm kinda new here, and learning the customs... A recent discussion had its share of "dead horse" potential. Still, questions had been asked that hadn't been answered, and new information did trickle through the haze from time to time. It was still interesting. Then came the conversation stopper - the cry of "Troll" from a rather hostile participant. If my understanding of "troll" is accurate, it didn't apply. Yet, someone thought it did. What are the guidelines? Thanks, Jon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #5 December 10, 2004 QuoteA recent discussion had its share of "dead horse" potential. Still, questions had been asked that hadn't been answered, and new information did trickle through the haze from time to time. It was still interesting. As dead horses go, there are two species: 1) continually appearing new posts on subjects that have already been covered in many other posts, and 2) an individual thread in which all possible points have been made, constructive conversations have ended, and now it's just very opinionated people on two sides of an issue slinging mud or flames at each other. Good, informative, and constructive threads can get spoiled by differences of opinion elevating to personal attacks or generally hateful banter. Those threads will normally get locked. QuoteIf my understanding of "troll" is accurate, it didn't apply. Yet, someone thought it did. What are the guidelines? This is the definition that HH uses (link retrieved from the Forum Rules). That name, used in an accusatory tone, has been used rather flippantly here before. It's just the nature of things, I guess.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #6 December 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteIn the case of the Sabre Opening....I have had a new, expereince regarding their openings and would have liked to add my two cents So how hard would it be for you to go find a thread that already exists on the subject and post your experience there? Exactly what needed to be said, Lisa. The smart thing to do would be to do a simple search and add your new findings/thoughts to the relevant thread. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rapper4mpi 0 #7 December 22, 2004 Very good point...I guess not too hard. I think I have been out of the loop with DZ.com for a while, so I was not up-to-date on the latest rules, etc... I guess I shoudl reread them...hmmm, I don't think I ever have.... Anyway, I agree. -Rap Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
