Do we come here just to Argue?

[Kat]

There is alot of 'I'm right-your wrong' here. I am amazed at the number of experts there are, on every subject under the sun. The type of mask, fins, bc, the agency you certified with, even your choice of a destination for diving. (Don't forget the spelling & grammar police) They will blather on & on about why they are right. I love the discussions, the various reasons why someone has choosen a certain something. And why others have choosen something different. I don't mind something being pointed out as being wrong or dangerous-if it truly is. But some members just seem to have made it their personal goal to be the resident expert on everything. And there are a few who have nothing of benefit to add to a topic other than "You idiot, how stupid can you be...' When I've had enough, I do the same thing as gbrandon. I don't come here for awhile.

 

[hodgson]

Split fins
Padi Naui SSI
Darwin was right
DIR
How much weight
Wings vs Jacket
Purge mask
Solo diving
The list goes on and on

If this was another type of forum it would be:

Cubs
Ford
PC vs Mac
Islam
Bush


It's going to happen..... the difference is, if we were all in one room, it wouldn't get out of hand as often. :flame:

 

[cobaltbabe]

It's going to happen..... the difference is, if we were all in one room, it wouldn't get out of hand as often. :flame:

I tend to disagree with this. I have met a few people off this forum and we talk to each other the same here as we do face to face. Yes there are trolls on this board as there are on any other board out there on the net, and with that said, there are some extremely experienced and intelligent divers on here. I think the trick is to find out a little more about the people on here and take what you want from them (knowledge wise) and leave what you don't want. You are always going to get the odd person/persons who know it all. It happens in life every day. I for one have learned alot from people on this board and hope to continue to learn.

Also, when someone posts that they did something and others jump on them for being stupid, the chances are that they are first off concerned about their safety and want to make sure they don't do it again and secondly learn from their mistake before the mistake becomes life threatening.

 

[hodgson]

I totally agree that when someone is doing something unsafe, you sometimes have to hammer the point home.

It's the "your choice of equipment is wrong, and if you don't do it my way, you are an idiot" people, that are irritating. Most of them have never tried the equipment in question, but have an opinion anyway.

I got the chance to meet and dive with a couple of people from here last fall, at a chance meeting at a quarry. On here, they are very opinionated and sometimes downright rude. In person, they were totally different. During an interval, the subject of SB came up, and I mentioned that they were different in person than they are on here. The answer was "It was probably the beer talking" :beer_yum: ....... since then, I have noticed most insult type arguements happen at night. :1poke:

I tend to disagree with this. I have met a few people off this forum and we talk to each other the same here as we do face to face. Yes there are trolls on this board as there are on any other board out there on the net, and with that said, there are some extremely experienced and intelligent divers on here. I think the trick is to find out a little more about the people on here and take what you want from them (knowledge wise) and leave what you don't want. You are always going to get the odd person/persons who know it all. It happens in life every day. I for one have learned alot from people on this board and hope to continue to learn.

Also, when someone posts that they did something and others jump on them for being stupid, the chances are that they are first off concerned about their safety and want to make sure they don't do it again and secondly learn from their mistake before the mistake becomes life threatening.

 

[cobaltbabe]

During an interval, the subject of SB came up, and I mentioned that they were different in person than they are on here. The answer was "It was probably the beer talking" :beer_yum: ....... since then, I have noticed most insult type arguements happen at night. :1poke:

I guess that the people I have met either don't drink or can handle their booze better.

As far as the equipment. No one is an expert on every brand of equipment.

 

[Bob3]

This board is actually a very well mannered place, compared to some.
There are still folks that are [...edited for obscene content ...] and [... deleted ...].
But what the heck, other than that, it's fine.

 

[Uncle Pug]

It is so nice to have at least one thread started on an uplifting and positive note!

The affirmation was refreshing and no doubt will serve to further the harmonious unity we enjoy.

Thank you gbrandon for your contribution to the collective good will known as Scuba Board.

 

[Mo2vation]

There's nothing wrong with being passionate about these discussions as long as you respect other's opinions. My golden rules which I try to adhere to:

1. Don't make it personal .... and ....
2. Don't take it personally.

Works great for me.

oh... sorry.



K

 

[simbrooks]

Short answer "no", long answer "yes", and gbrandon, did you come on here looking for a fight?

 

[Former FLL Now MSP Diver]

I'm sure you've all seen the poster that says:

Arguing on the Internet is like running in the Special Olympics: Even if you win, you're still retarded.

I recall reading somewhere about people's behavior on line is a result of the relative anonymity and safety afforded by the internet.

Most times it's not worth replying, though I do have to admit to responding occasioanlly to a particularly odious opinions. But before it goes to far I just remember the above.

Marc