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Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 893 waynemarlow OP
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Posts: 893 | In the UK we have a term for people who have little sense of humour or generally p*** people off, they are called "Muppets". Why is it that we seem to attract Muppets to this Forum like droves.
Take for instance last night, I made what I thought was quite a humorous comment about banning Aussies as they were causing problems, back came a muppet who thought I was being serious. Now being from the Antipodies myself the Aussies are great people who generally have a real and quick wit about them, where did we get him from.
My whole beef in this thread is to say to all, lighten up a bit, forums are supposed to be fun, a place where you banter each other and talk about commonalities, at the moment its all about " Muppets " putting pen to paper without thinking through their thoughts.
Now I have just had a thought, just maybe I have a screwed sense of humour, please someone out confirm that maybe is not the case. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> | | | Re: Internet Muppets
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#131631 02/15/08 06:46 AM 02/15/08 06:46 AM |
Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,348 fin.
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Posts: 3,348 | I'm cynical and suspicious, maybe it just comes with old age. I think the intent of the thread in question is malicious. I've felt for a long time that for most, the F16 is a better platform than the F18, that the 16 will render the 18 obsolete, just as it did at Hobie.
To me, that thread is a hateful, "nip it in the bud" assualt on the F16 class. Happily, it is too little and much too late.
IMO, the intent is dishonest and speaks directly to the character of the writer. | | | Re: Internet Muppets
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#131634 02/15/08 07:19 AM 02/15/08 07:19 AM |
Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 1,021 Australia macca
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Posts: 1,021 Australia | I've felt for a long time that for most, the F16 is a better platform than the F18, that the 16 will render the 18 obsolete, just as it did at Hobie.
You have got to be kidding me!!! If that is truly the attitude within the class then you are a lost cause. When F16 yearly production amounts to 10% of the yearly production of F18 I will be amazed. Until then it will remain a figment of your very lurid imagination.. | | | Re: Internet Muppets
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#131638 02/15/08 07:35 AM 02/15/08 07:35 AM |
Joined: Jan 2005 Posts: 6,049 Sebring, Florida. Timbo
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Posts: 6,049 Sebring, Florida. | Let's see...considering the F18's had a good 10 year head start and are built and supported by BOTH of the largest beach cat builders in the world, Hobie and Nacra, as well as several others, I would say the small but growing, F16 class is doing quite well, all with no support from either Hobie or Nacra...
And just like the A cats, Hobie 16's, Waves, etc. the F16 platform is NOT for everyone, "variety is the spice of life".
Personaly, I would not want us all to be limited to a sigle type cat, be it F16 or anything else, so as to which class is bigger or what ever, I really don't care, as long as I enjoy my ride! I like to see all the different types of cats and I enjoy sailing them all, when the conditions are right for that type.
You are wasting your time argueing with anyone who is not a class member and has no intention of becoming one...
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#131640 02/15/08 07:46 AM 02/15/08 07:46 AM |
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Posts: 3,348 | You are wasting your time argueing with anyone who is not a class member and has no intention of becoming one... My intention is to uncloak, not argue. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> This, <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif" alt="" />, is all I have left for the fellow. | | | Re: Internet Muppets
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#131641 02/15/08 07:53 AM 02/15/08 07:53 AM |
Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 9,582 North-West Europe Wouter
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Posts: 9,582 North-West Europe | Macca,
I have send you a private message offering the truce once more.
I see no point in furthering this situation that is in my eyes only causing you more personal damage.
This may sound weird to some but I learned that when the battle is lost that the losing party must be offered protection from further damage and safe passage out of the situation. That is what I'm offering you.
It is my sincere hope that you take us up on the offer.
Wouter
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#131644 02/15/08 10:21 AM 02/15/08 10:21 AM |
Joined: May 2006 Posts: 954 Mumbles Y.C Wales U.K Mark P
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Posts: 954 Mumbles Y.C Wales U.K | Ssssssshhhhhhhhh. We've had our fair quota of Bun fights recently lets not start another. I'm hoping to check out my mainsail this Sunday as the previous race was called off due to 30+mph winds. I was also at a function in the Bristol Channel Yacht Club at the time getting very merry on Champagne. If the mainsail isn't as fast as I hope it'll be all your fault as in a previous post you mentioned I was over powered (which I was). I have also ordered a new custom made F16 Spinnaker from Grant Piggott and it will be ready prior to Carnac. The Luff is longer than my present Landy and it will also be a flatter cut than say a T or F18 it will be fairly similar to a Spitfire Spi. As for making an impression at Carnac that will really depend on the conditions in my case. I reckon I could give most Club F18, Tornado sailors a run for their money when the wind is around 12mph i.e, I'm full out on the trap and their still sitting in. Any more and I hope the alterations to the mainsail will help my progress. I'm not going to comment about pissing other sailors off!! I have my personal views on that topic and at present they will remain personal. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Don't forget to look at the F18 website, all the Mumbles events are posted on the Calendar so make sure you turn up as revenge is sweet <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> MP*MULTIHULLS | | | Re: Internet Muppets
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#131646 02/15/08 11:42 AM 02/15/08 11:42 AM |
Joined: May 2006 Posts: 954 Mumbles Y.C Wales U.K Mark P
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Posts: 954 Mumbles Y.C Wales U.K | Bala!!! It's easier to get to Carnac <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> But saying that it'll probably be all I'll be able to afford next year, especially if Clare gets to hear about my recent purchases. As for the "ban" it terminates when you either cross the Severn Bridge or buy me a pint (The pint is the cheapest option) See you soon Mark MP*MULTIHULLS | | | Re: Internet Muppets
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#131647 02/15/08 01:57 PM 02/15/08 01:57 PM |
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Posts: 94 australia | In the UK we have a term for people who have little sense of humour or generally p*** people off, they are called "Muppets". Why is it that we seem to attract Muppets to this Forum like droves.
Take for instance last night, I made what I thought was quite a humorous comment about banning Aussies as they were causing problems, back came a muppet who thought I was being serious. Now being from the Antipodies myself the Aussies are great people who generally have a real and quick wit about them, where did we get him from.
My whole beef in this thread is to say to all, lighten up a bit, forums are supposed to be fun, a place where you banter each other and talk about commonalities, at the moment its all about " Muppets " putting pen to paper without thinking through their thoughts.
Now I have just had a thought, just maybe I have a screwed sense of humour, please someone out confirm that maybe is not the case. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> Hi Wayne From your reply last night to the Aussies ,and the way the thread was being taken by all concerned how else would you expect us to take it .Maybe a simply putting a few "Instant Graemlins" in your posts would help ,We cannot tell that you are laughing on your side of the computer screen <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Regards Richard | | |
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