Too much OP bashing?
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threebikesmcginty
Corn Fed Hick...
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Was that the one where you'd suggested that you weren't a complete tosser?
Andy_R
Hard of hearing..I said Herd of Herring..oh FFS..
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I've got a pet goldfish called Sharky ,if that helps.
threebikesmcginty
Corn Fed Hick...
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I said the same to my mate George Clooney just the other day.
Electric_Andy
Heavy Metal Fan
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I don't understand why people resort to aggressive posts on sensible threads. OK, if OP starts dishing out insults and tarring certain groups with the same negative brush, then yes expect some backlash, but merely asking for opinions and experiences is sort of what a forum is all about. A forum is a school playground though, and there will always be a group of chavvy kids in the corner who want to spoil a thread and pick holes in other people's lives for the fun of it (and I dare say because their own lives are also lacking)
A lot of people on here are passionate about cycling. The Internet can be anonymous so there's plenty of exaggerating, lying etc. Most is neither here nor there. You cycle 20 miles in 45 minutes? Good luck.
However, when it's a rant about cyclists and there's lies or exaggerations it can be damaging. There's plenty of anti-cycling attitudes out there. Sadly some of it turns into actual danger or harm. Enough stories on here to demonstrate it isn't a rarity. When you get a post that is untrue or ill informed it does need pulling up on.
Sometimes people simply don't know why , for example, cyclists ride primary or side by side. Fine but it will be explained. If it is constantly being argued that I should do something which compromises my safety because they either don't care or don't understand I will debate it and point out any inconsistencies, hypocrisy or lies in their argument.
However, when it's a rant about cyclists and there's lies or exaggerations it can be damaging. There's plenty of anti-cycling attitudes out there. Sadly some of it turns into actual danger or harm. Enough stories on here to demonstrate it isn't a rarity. When you get a post that is untrue or ill informed it does need pulling up on.
Sometimes people simply don't know why , for example, cyclists ride primary or side by side. Fine but it will be explained. If it is constantly being argued that I should do something which compromises my safety because they either don't care or don't understand I will debate it and point out any inconsistencies, hypocrisy or lies in their argument.
Who could be more important than a cyclist?!
You know comments like that don't help. Chavvy always refers to the working class. I think you will find its not just them. Maybe a majority may actually be of a different class?
Nigeyy
Legendary Member
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I agree with the OP. I've noticed it too.
The bottom line is that with the wonders of the internet comes relative anonymity; when someone isn't directly opposite someone they become much "braver" to criticize. My golden rule with posting has always been to try to think that if I wouldn't say it to someone's face directly, then I shouldn't post it.
I think it's certainly much easier to be critical when you are an unknown user miles away -I also think (just my personal opinion mind you) that some people criticize to make themselves feel a bit better and more important about themselves while polishing their ego. I think it's just part and parcel of human nature and the internet can magnify these things.
Having said that and knowing it, when you post on any board, you have to be prepared for such things, and develop, well, a thicker skin.
The bottom line is that with the wonders of the internet comes relative anonymity; when someone isn't directly opposite someone they become much "braver" to criticize. My golden rule with posting has always been to try to think that if I wouldn't say it to someone's face directly, then I shouldn't post it.
I think it's certainly much easier to be critical when you are an unknown user miles away -I also think (just my personal opinion mind you) that some people criticize to make themselves feel a bit better and more important about themselves while polishing their ego. I think it's just part and parcel of human nature and the internet can magnify these things.
Having said that and knowing it, when you post on any board, you have to be prepared for such things, and develop, well, a thicker skin.
Is that helmet SNELL certificated and is the Goldfish wearing it through informed choice or because of the anecdotal evidence of another fish?
PS - it is also a poor fit!
Aperitif
Meme bar
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That's metabollism - giving life to a fading thread.
Mugshot
Cracking a solo.
Yes they did admit it, so there was really no need for the some posters to continue to snipe at the OP.
cd365
Guru
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