Mountain Biking - Are You Treated Respectfully Here?

..... on MTB and the other Bike Forums.

I have had a mostly positive experience here, focus is to learn, share what I can and try to return the favor to others if possible

I've had a few encounters with less-than-respectful people, but the old rule to ignore them is probably the best. Do not respond or goad or argue and they will lose interest and go away.

I really enjoy the Bike Forums.

What is your experience?

in the begging i noticed that people didn't really respect my opinion, unfortunatly i did have to change my username,(not because of BF or anybody on it),but i think now i am way more experienced, and know a lot more, i think people take my opinions seriously and i believe you should too.(that sounds like i am writting a persuasive essay from fifth grade)

This forum specifically or bikeforums in general? I've found it varies greatly across the different sub-forums.

This forum specifically or bikeforums in general? I've found it varies greatly across the different sub-forums.

On MTB AND the other Bike Forums.

On all the others that I frequent, yes. Here it's hit or miss, with nothing serious.

On most forums, most posts, yes.

It depends on how you present yourself (as naive as it sounds a decent username goes a long way) and how you post.

Cant wait til MulletArgyleSoreass replies in this.

I think forums in general have very little patience with a person that is perceived as being less informed than others on the forum. Couple that lack of patience with the fact that you can instantly, and relatively anonymously, berate them for any percieved shortcomings and you've got the perfect opportunity for abusive behavior. I've found that the best way to deal with abusive forum members, here and elsewhere, is to ignore their posts and if it's truly offensive simply report it to a mod.

I find people who post their "advice" based on little to no practical experience disrespectful to the OP and other readers.

You know, the first one was funny, but now the whole thing is just stupid. If you get your feelings hurt or you don't like it here, go somewhere else.

great until Pete pissed me off, and that was quite fun after a bit, and now i post more honestly, i think, anyway, and people listen less to me i think, but im not sure, because i cant compare it to when i joined, but o well, ive learned many things on here...

Now that we're on the subject of feelings, and no more of those silly mountain bikes with all their dirt and sweating, I want to talk about how painful my initiation into this forum has been. I really feel like you guys are ignoring me (except for that one guy who returned my PM, thanks superduperfriendlyMTBbiker9001). I mean, I know some of you are laughing when I post, because you don't think I know a buttload of crap about the gospel of mountainbiking, BUT I DO! That's why I wrote in all caps! I mean, WHERE'S THE LOVE!?

Can't we all just get along!!

Sheesh.. Man, I was able to ignore the first couple of posts, but most people came here to talk about mountain bikes, not how we "feel" about junk. . but I am all about that free speech thing, so post on! Just don't get be so sensitive when dudes poke fun. I learned that lesson immediately after joining the forum.

in the begging i noticed that people didn't really respect my opinion, unfortunatly i did have to change my username,(not because of BF or anybody on it),but i think now i am way more experienced, and know a lot more, i think people take my opinions seriously and i believe you should too.(that sounds like i am writting a persuasive essay from fifth grade)

No.

great until Pete pissed me off, and that was quite fun after a bit, and now i post more honestly, i think, anyway, and people listen less to me i think, but im not sure, because i cant compare it to when i joined, but o well, ive learned many things on here...

Yes.

I have no emotions. Let's get back to talking about bikes.

Now that we're on the subject of feelings, and no more of those silly mountain bikes with all their dirt and sweating, I want to talk about how painful my initiation into this forum has been. I really feel like you guys are ignoring me (except for that one guy who returned my PM, thanks superduperfriendlyMTBbiker9001). I mean, I know some of you are laughing when I post, because you don't think I know a buttload of crap about the gospel of mountainbiking, BUT I DO! That's why I wrote in all caps! I mean, WHERE'S THE LOVE!?

Can't we all just get along!!

Sheesh.. Man, I was able to ignore the first couple of posts, but most people came here to talk about mountain bikes, not how we "feel" about junk. . but I am all about that free speech thing, so post on! Just don't get be so sensitive when dudes poke fun. I learned that lesson immediately after joining the forum.

Did anyone hear something? ;) :D

great until Pete pissed me off, and that was quite fun after a bit, and now i post more honestly, i think, anyway, and people listen less to me i think, but im not sure, because i cant compare it to when i joined, but o well, ive learned many things on here...

Its funny, before pete there was raiyn, but are completely honest about their opinions and their knowledge. They will beat it into you until you get it. Ironically, if people give them a chance and try to learn from them (regardless of how abrasive they can be sometimes) they usually come out respecting them and their opinions. Heck after Pete there will just be another one, there always is, everywhere.

As for this forum vs others, I think all forums have their own aggressors. Its a fact of life, heck in the building I work I am one of them. Everyone has different personalities and thats what makes life so darn fun.

I have gotten stupid answers when I have asked stupid questions.

BTW, nobody here wants to answer something you could have simply googled or read in your owner's manual. The lazy questions and the irresponsible comments (i.e. "Only use your rear brake when going downhill") are guaranteed to get flamed and rightly so.

Nope, nobody respects me. Of course if they are vocal about it I'll just ban them. ;)

Nope, nobody respects me. Of course if they are vocal about it I'll just ban them. ;)

Cheater :p

I like to argue.


Mad respect, son. Mad.

I really like this forum best of all that I have been on, both for the (general) level of conversation, the humor and its comparative civility. A short synopsis of my take on the others (that you may or may not agree with - - remember, this is just my opinion):

MTBR: seems to be full of kids and semi-literate adults. I don't even go there any more.
RideMonkey: Pacific NW forum is pretty good, populated by a lot of gravity people; but most of them are over in the Puget Sound Basin with far different conditions/issues than I experience over here on the 'dry side.' The Downhill forum is intimidating at times with a lot of industry people and pro and semi-pro racers. You better know what you are talking about if you jump into the fray there or you'll get eaten alive.
I feel like this is the most well-rounded and diverse one out there. It's probably the most tolerant and welcoming of newbies and the inexperienced of any forum.

Its funny, before pete there was raiyn, but are completely honest about their opinions and their knowledge. They will beat it into you until you get it. Ironically, if people give them a chance and try to learn from them (regardless of how abrasive they can be sometimes) they usually come out respecting them and their opinions. Heck after Pete there will just be another one, there always is, everywhere.

im just going to mention this, it wasnt Pete who got me posting more honestly and stuff, it was the ones who nicely told me that i should stop posting stupid responses, such as a mod who i will not identify for the sake of not identifying anyone

THIS THREAD BELONGS IN FOO!

On all forums you have to earn respect. Have I been treated respectfully here? At the start probably not so much but thats cause I was an idiot. Still am but now at least I'm an idiot that knows a few things about biking/bikes (still not very much when compared to others on this forum that I respect a lot for knowing so much about our sport) so yes I'd say I do get respect from some members, not all but hey I'm not that great so I'm happy with what I get.

Oh yea. Now the site manager needs to put some dramatic music in this thread and it will be complete. Really though, lets get back to talking about bikes in the MTB forum and put this in Foo.

Oh yea. Now the site manager needs to put some dramatic music in this thread...http://www.wdell.com/music/Chariots%20of%20Fire.mid

I'm thinking LOTR:

http://www.hamienet.com/midi22759.html (Click play)

I came over here from the Velonews forum and I'm not a huge poster/forum reader but it's much more civil over here. Just to many political and off topic post over there.

Resperct!

meme is alive and well in the hearts of many in this forum.

He always was one to be very concerned when people weren't respertful.

meme?

meme?

Before your time here. He was a real crowd pleaser. Ended up getting banned by the modernators.

Before your time here. He was a real crowd pleaser. Ended up getting banned by the modernators.At my age, I live in constant fear of being banned by 'modernators.'

At my age, I live in constant fear of being banned by 'modernators.'

I feel you D. Do you think we lose respect? , We do have a few years on some folks.

At my age, I live in constant fear of being banned by 'modernators.'

your photoshopping is simply infuriating.

Most times there's respect...except when dealing with jerks like mtnbiker66, gastro, hambone, and Flak.

Most times there's respect...except when dealing with jerks like mtnbiker66, gastro, hambone, and Flak.

You should be banned!!!!!!!!!!

..... on MTB and the other Bike Forums.

I have had a mostly positive experience here, focus is to learn, share what I can and try to return the favor to others if possible

I've had a few encounters with less-than-respectful people, but the old rule to ignore them is probably the best. Do not respond or goad or argue and they will lose interest and go away.

I really enjoy the Bike Forums.

What is your experience?

My experience is that I really enjoy the bike forums. I only try to post when I have actual knowledge to the subject at hand, but sometimes the worst comes out of me. God help me!

Are You Treated Respectfully Here?
I have no complaints on this forum, the road forum, bike mechanics or C & V. I made the mistake years ago of posting on the "Advocacy & Safety" forum. Got my butt flamed good. I decided it was a dumb subject anyway.
But if you're lonely and feel like getting into an argument, that's the place with the industrial strength flamers. They can give lessons.

Are You Treated Respectfully Here?
I have no complaints on this forum, the road forum, bike mechanics or C & V. I made the mistake years ago of posting on the "Advocacy & Safety" forum. Got my butt flamed good. I decided it was a dumb subject anyway.
But if you're lonely and feel like getting into an argument, that's the place with the industrial strength flamers. They can give lessons.

a&s are right up there with p&r...both abbreviations representing...politics, religion and other stuff not talked about at the dinner table (ok...my family did, but you get the point)

i post questions but rarely listen to 75% of posts cause most of it is funny or filler. i will say i've gleaned some great info here from time to time when folks honestly reply.

can't say i'm all info all the time, i'm guilty of nonsense posts most of the time too. teh internets makes me a liar regardless of what i sey.

Most times there's respect...except when dealing with jerks like mtnbiker66, gastro, hambone, and Flak.Haha, I was about to blow a gasket until I saw it was you, never :)

Nirvana was the teenage angst stuff way back when. What are today's kids listening to? Is this what is referred to as "Emo"?

PS - I miss meme.

Nirvana was the teenage angst stuff way back when. What are today's kids listening to? Is this what is referred to as "Emo"?

PS - I miss meme.

Is that a serious q?
Or something to do with this meme person?

I still listen to Nirvana. Heaps. But i mainly listen to stuff like Killswitch Engage and all that "smelly rock music" as an old guy i saw on the trail the other day said.

Most times there's respect...except when dealing with jerks like mtnbiker66, gastro, hambone, and Flak.

Finally, some respect. Now that's what i'm talking about Pheard.....err...I mean Never.

+1

Are You Treated Respectfully Here?
I have no complaints on this forum, the road forum, bike mechanics or C & V.

There's a couple of "club" forums where I'm basically ignored, but I notice that other "non-insiders" are as well

LOL

that's the place with the industrial strength flamers. They can give lessons.

You should be banned!!!!!!!!!!


See what I'm talking about! :(

Haha, I was about to blow a gasket until I saw it was you, never :)

Well, I've gotta keep all of those funny-talking riders in check.

Finally, some respect. Now that's what i'm talking about Pheard.....err...I mean Never.

Hey...better watch it, I may send Pheard out in my place! ;)

I really enjoy the Bike Forums.

What is your experience?

As with anywhere in life, you are going to have a few jerks in the crowd. Just ignore them.

... Brad

Going on my own experience......I think a lot of people don't always understand the answere they get to their question, because they are relating to their own experience or region.
For example in my area I ride XC and haven't had the oportunity to do DH. So it took me a while to relate to the different equipment uses.
This forum has helped me broden my understanding of other areas and forms of riding.
As far as respect......that something you earn...or don't.