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FWIW, I spend a non-trivial amount of time on discussion boards on three different avocations (astronomy, golf, and cycling). My view is
1) Golfers seem to me to be (of the 3) the least informed about stuff in general and the most likely to post things that simply are not correct (golf related or not)
2) Astronomers and cyclists who post on discussion boards both seem to be of above average intelligence from what I can tell. However, cyclists (of the 3) are easily the most obnoxious.
3) Astronomers are the most welcoming and helpful to newbies from what I have observed (no pun intended). But if you are sensitive it is best to just stay away from discussions regarding the image quality of various refractor telescopes
dave
1) Golfers seem to me to be (of the 3) the least informed about stuff in general and the most likely to post things that simply are not correct (golf related or not)
2) Astronomers and cyclists who post on discussion boards both seem to be of above average intelligence from what I can tell. However, cyclists (of the 3) are easily the most obnoxious.
3) Astronomers are the most welcoming and helpful to newbies from what I have observed (no pun intended). But if you are sensitive it is best to just stay away from discussions regarding the image quality of various refractor telescopes
dave
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If one likes creaking sounds from the bb or any where else on the bike, by all means don't use grease!
As for John33702, if he can't take a little heat he should get out of the kitchen, if he doesn't like mud he should get out of the garden, if he. . .
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Of course OP is reading this but he won't post again. At least he promised not to.
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There are a few posters on BF who seem to enjoy provoking arguments. Wouldn't bother me if moderators were a bit stricter in what's allowed.
On the other end of the spectrum, I am a moderator on an investing forum, and the slightest "personal" post gets deleted. 75% of BF posts would be deleted by their rules !
On the other end of the spectrum, I am a moderator on an investing forum, and the slightest "personal" post gets deleted. 75% of BF posts would be deleted by their rules !
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Which leaves a large pool of people (i.e. those who may at best think they know what they are talking about) available from which ooze those who repeatedly post that the 10% are trolls (or worse) for posting ideas or opinions with which the majority allegedly disagree or do not believe is the Approved Conventional Wisdom on the subject.
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Also, I realize I'm an old fart but it bugs me when people say "it's the internet, get a thicker skin" in response to someone else complaining about personal attacks. Being a rude ******* shouldn't be tolerated simply because of the medium.
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I lurked here for a while before signing up - I guess I figured I better learn a little before posting.
One thing I learned is that many here will argue about almost anything/everything.
I now feel much more confident in expressing myself. The people here are nuts!
One thing I learned is that many here will argue about almost anything/everything.
I now feel much more confident in expressing myself. The people here are nuts!
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That is funny and appropriate!
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What about it folks? Is it grease or anti-seize compound?
Yes.
Yes.
Yeah, I wanted a definitive answer and didn't get one. Instead, I got opinions, some of which were backed up by good documentation. That's a pretty good result, IMO.
Yes, some folks here confuse opinions with facts, but that's the nature of human beings.
I thought rule #1 of internet fora is 'take what makes sense; ignore the rest.'
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No is is not an "american thing," this forum is very mild even polite compared to some foreign forums, will not mention countries so as not to reinforce stereotypes!
If one likes creaking sounds from the bb or any where else on the bike, by all means don't use grease!
As for John33702, if he can't take a little heat he should get out of the kitchen, if he doesn't like mud he should get out of the garden, if he. . .
If one likes creaking sounds from the bb or any where else on the bike, by all means don't use grease!
As for John33702, if he can't take a little heat he should get out of the kitchen, if he doesn't like mud he should get out of the garden, if he. . .
it gets brutal there
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You've been here over 6 years and have over 7,500 posts. How many of those can possibly be worth writing/reading ??
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What I like about this place is the sense of humor tossed in with the cycling knowledge. I have also met some very nice people and laid ahold of some darned hard to find bike parts for my classics. I couldnt care less about someone's power rating on their trainer but I am fortunate to read what some of the veteran racers have to say from their experiences.
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As for grease on an axle...............I don't really have an opinion, but that never stopped me from voicing it.
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Wow,
I'm just absolutely stunned to hear that a bunch of people actually express opinions on the internet.
I thought that everything I read was absolute fact, and that there is only one true answer
In a sense, I do also find it interesting that a bunch of people have actually found similar solutions to various problems and issues. Often two people are typing similar answers simultaneously.
But equally interesting, and enlightening are the different solutions that people find to the same problems.
In many cases, it may not really make a huge difference one way or the other. Or perhaps something like salt will make a huge difference for some users, but others won't be in an environment with exposure to either road salt or sea salt. And, of course, some people ride rain or shine, others just on sunny days.
I gave up on another website because too many users were trying to force conformity. Either their way or the highway. It just seemed unhealthy.
I'm just absolutely stunned to hear that a bunch of people actually express opinions on the internet.
I thought that everything I read was absolute fact, and that there is only one true answer
In a sense, I do also find it interesting that a bunch of people have actually found similar solutions to various problems and issues. Often two people are typing similar answers simultaneously.
But equally interesting, and enlightening are the different solutions that people find to the same problems.
In many cases, it may not really make a huge difference one way or the other. Or perhaps something like salt will make a huge difference for some users, but others won't be in an environment with exposure to either road salt or sea salt. And, of course, some people ride rain or shine, others just on sunny days.
I gave up on another website because too many users were trying to force conformity. Either their way or the highway. It just seemed unhealthy.
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I had been lurking here for awhile before joining. I have to say most of what I've seen around here has been positive. There have been a couple of A-holes I've seen that enjoy expressing their internet superiority on occasion, and I'm betting they have the same type of "I'm a better biker/person than you" when on the road as well. The old rule of thumb is 10% of any group are complete A-holes... 80% are polite A-holes, and the last 10% are downright nice folks.
But then again, I generally hate everyone so my view might be skewed...
But then again, I generally hate everyone so my view might be skewed...