banned posters

avance2000 · #1 01-31-2007, 07:58 PM

i just read on the espn board that euro was banned. just out of curiosity, what happened? and while we are on the subject....why was oracle banned?
i just want to know because i like this board a lot and i would like to know exactly what i can't say on here.
i am serious about this by the way. i am not trying to be a smart-ass. i really don't know what happened with those guys and i would like to find out if possible.

Cajungator26 · #2 01-31-2007, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by avance2000

i just read on the espn board that euro was banned. just out of curiosity, what happened? and while we are on the subject....why was oracle banned?
i just want to know because i like this board a lot and i would like to know exactly what i can't say on here.
i am serious about this by the way. i am not trying to be a smart-ass. i really don't know what happened with those guys and i would like to find out if possible.

Don't threaten other posters and I'm sure you'll be fine. Unfortunately for Steve, I say a lot of stuff on here that could probably go without being said

. I'm still here.

Cannon Shell · #3 01-31-2007, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by avance2000

i just read on the espn board that euro was banned. just out of curiosity, what happened? and while we are on the subject....why was oracle banned?
i just want to know because i like this board a lot and i would like to know exactly what i can't say on here.
i am serious about this by the way. i am not trying to be a smart-ass. i really don't know what happened with those guys and i would like to find out if possible.

There is a simple formula to keep from being banned.
1. Dont personally insult anyone. It is a horseracing forum, supposed to be fun.
2. Dont break the moderators chops. They do a thankless job and at this site do it well. Treat them as you would like to be treated.
3. Everyone is entitled to an opinion but dont use the forum to try to spread anti-social behavior

randallscott35 · #4 01-31-2007, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by avance2000

i just read on the espn board that euro was banned. just out of curiosity, what happened? and while we are on the subject....why was oracle banned?
i just want to know because i like this board a lot and i would like to know exactly what i can't say on here.
i am serious about this by the way. i am not trying to be a smart-ass. i really don't know what happened with those guys and i would like to find out if possible.

This is an extremely fair board. If you have to ask what you have to do, you have nothing to worry about. The mods here have legit reasons for what they do. And they aren't looking to boot people either. Some ask for it.

Scav · #5 01-31-2007, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

There is a simple formula to keep from being banned.
1. Dont personally insult anyone. It is a horseracing forum, supposed to be fun.
2. Dont break the moderators chops. They do a thankless job and at this site do it well. Treat them as you would like to be treated.
3. Everyone is entitled to an opinion but dont use the forum to try to spread anti-social behavior

To pony off those, regarding Euro's case, it was one of those where he squeeked and then wouldn't back up his reasoning, and played "mean looking things(can't spell the friggin animal)" and just kept on feeding the fire.

All in all, just don't start stupid ish, it is fine to bitch about a jockey, bitch about an opinion, but say your piece and move on to the next losing ticket......

ArlJim78 · #6 01-31-2007, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajungator26

Don't threaten other posters and I'm sure you'll be fine. Unfortunately for Steve, I say a lot of stuff on here that could probably go without being said

. I'm still here.

yeah, why is that?

Cajungator26 · #7 01-31-2007, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ArlJim78

yeah, why is that?

I've never threatened anyone.

So there.

disappearingdan_akaplaya · #8 01-31-2007, 08:28 PM

i know recently cajun said mikes sister was getting married and he was busy with that but why does oracle no longer post here whatsoever???? i guess you can with yours truly working at the barn and traveling to run horses so much im outta the loop

ArlJim78 · #9 01-31-2007, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajungator26

I've never threatened anyone.

So there.

For awhile after Invasor won the classic i was worried that I was going to be banned for excessive gloating.

Cajungator26 · #10 01-31-2007, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ArlJim78

For awhile after Invasor won the classic i was worried that I was going to be banned for excessive gloating.

Don't start gloating again! You never know... you may get the boot! HAHA!

J/K

The Indomitable DrugS · #11 01-31-2007, 08:57 PM

I'm probably the only one.....but I sure found Repent's crazed rants in the off-topic section to be highly entertaining.

ArlJim78 · #12 01-31-2007, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajungator26

Don't start gloating again! You never know... you may get the boot! HAHA!

J/K

You know what, with Invasor running Saturday, maybe there'll be some way to squeeze in a bit more gloating, for old times sake.

Cajungator26 · #13 01-31-2007, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by The Indomitable DrugS

I'm probably the only one.....but I sure found Repent's crazed rants in the off-topic section to be highly entertaining.

As did I, but I think he took it a step too far a few times. He definitely enjoyed the reaction he got.

paisjpq · #14 01-31-2007, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by The Indomitable DrugS

I'm probably the only one.....but I sure found Repent's crazed rants in the off-topic section to be highly entertaining.

there were too many people who did not share your enjoyment of his rants.

paisjpq · #15 01-31-2007, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

There is a simple formula to keep from being banned.
1. Dont personally insult anyone. It is a horseracing forum, supposed to be fun.
2. Dont break the moderators chops. They do a thankless job and at this site do it well. Treat them as you would like to be treated.
3. Everyone is entitled to an opinion but dont use the forum to try to spread anti-social behavior

chuck about covers it...

I would add...
you can argue about ideas or opinions you can not insult other members.

you may not threaten another member ever.

if you have issues with certain posters or topics that are offensive to you it should be brought to the attention of a moderater...then it can be deleted or modified without spiraling downward into a fight.

if you develop intense dislike for a particular member I strongly suggest that you put that person on ignore.

avance2000 · #16 01-31-2007, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ArlJim78

For awhile after Invasor won the classic i was worried that I was going to be banned for excessive gloating.

i don't think you have anything to worry about in that department. if i didn't get banned for gloating after that race, you didn't have anything to worry about. my infamous "dear bernardini fans" thread became so contentious that one of the moderators starting calling me names (i believe i was referred to as a clown).
that was part of the reason i posted this thread. i wanted to know specifically what line those guys crossed.

ArlJim78 · #17 01-31-2007, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by avance2000

i don't think you have anything to worry about in that department. if i didn't get banned for gloating after that race, you didn't have anything to worry about. my infamous "dear bernardini fans" thread became so contentious that one of the moderators starting calling me names (i believe i was referred to as a clown).
that was part of the reason i posted this thread. i wanted to know specifically what line those guys crossed.

yeah i remember that thread, it was fun. one the the greatest feelings i ever had in racing was Invasor running right past the great one.

listen, those guys were banned for breaking one of the rules listed below.
its not right to list on the board the specifics of who did what.

sumitas · #18 01-31-2007, 10:38 PM

once in a while i'll post some scotch induced howl late night but thankfully it hasn't been too bad. the board has tolerance for opinions but i do try to stay friendly,,,friends.

westcoastinvader · #19 02-01-2007, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by merasmag

not banned...wow...i am sure that cannot be true...i've heard at bars there's a difference between banned (a certain time) and barred (a forever ban)...i was banned from my otb for 2 months because...well, nevermind, we all kissed and made up...whassup with the little o?

Another reason I love this sport. Our fans know the difference between "barred" and "banned."

I once had my arse thrown out of a sports bar on the Riverwalk in San Antonio because some guy was taunting and cheering as my team was going down in flames in some season ending playoff game that didn't make a Sam Hill bit of difference in San Antonio. And cripes, I was the only one there supporting my team, so it wasn't like I was in a loud obnoxious.....losing group.....anyhow.

Apparently the taunting guy was hard of hearing, because he asked me to repeat what I said to him the first time.

He heard me the 2nd time as I stated more strongly and clearly, and then I was informed it was not permissible to say "f*** you arsehole" to a bouncer.

I had to leave.

I didn't think to find out if I was barred, or simply banned.

packerbacker7964 · #20 02-01-2007, 04:38 AM

Starting to look like ESPN over here alittle. Hey if you can't get into with your friends and family whose left to argue with you? I would like to know if one Mod can ban someone or is it a Vote of three? Maybe it should be a board vote like congress to get the boot for good?