Sub-forum removal info PLEASE READ

[heavyiron]

Guys, there was just way too much drama and board rule violations going on so all sub-forums were removed last night for review.

We were having to moderate way too much stuff because of members not following the board rules. Some sub forums were not being moderated by the advertiser so it made moderation a full time job. Some advertisers themselves were routinely breaking the rules and we would have to send them reminders to keep their sub forums within the rules. IM sent reminders, mass PM's and tried to get everyone to follow the rules but in the end it was clear that we would always have to clean up messes. At this point if we continue to see rule violations we will have to close accounts.

Anyway, there will likely be some tweaks as we go forward but this is for the best and for everyones safety.

Warning: There will not be any illegal source discussion allowed on the board. Source discussion will likely result in an immediate banning from IM.

Advertisers may have banners, reps and loggers but NO source discussion.

Thanks

 

[justhav2p]

So I should'nt talk about my Halo for her trial?

 

[bulldogz]

 

[heavyiron]

So I should'nt talk about my Halo for her trial?

Legal product sources are perfectly fine to talk about especially if its one of our advertisers.

No illegal source discussion.

 

[justhav2p]

I realize Prince is trying to protect this community, but how do we protect Prince?

If BB.com was just slapped with those fines for selling "legal" supplements, why does prince think it's a good idea to still sell his "legal" supplements.

 

[Arnold]

I realize Prince is trying to protect this community, but how do we protect Prince?

If BB.com was just slapped with those fines for selling "legal" supplements, why does prince think it's a good idea to still sell his "legal" supplements.

this is not about IronMagLabs it's about IronMagazine Forums.

 

[heavyiron]

I realize Prince is trying to protect this community, but how do we protect Prince?

If BB.com was just slapped with those fines for selling "legal" supplements, why does prince think it's a good idea to still sell his "legal" supplements.

Please keep this thread on topic.

Thanks

 

[REDDOG309]

Sometimes when things spin so far out of control it has to be brought back to the infant stage to get complete control.
Prince and Heavy are doing what has to be done. Without rules there is chaos and thats not good for anyone involved.

 

[Pittsburgh63]

Those trends were definitely getting out of hand. It's just a shame that a few irresponsible subforums ended up punishing the sections that did police their own content. In the end it's in the best interest of everyone.. even though it sucks.

 

[Ezskanken]

Proving once again Ironmagazine is still all about their members..



Can't make everyone happy, but when they realize how they just got thrown into a safety zone, they'll be thankful later...

 

[justhav2p]

Sometimes when things spin so far out of control it has to be brought back to the infant stage to get complete control.
Prince and Heavy are doing what has to be done. Without rules there is chaos and thats not good for anyone involved.

I blame WithoutRulers as well for all.

 

[Spraynpray]

Those trends were definitely getting out of hand. It's just a shame that a few irresponsible subforums ended up punishing the sections that did police their own content.

This! But I can't help but wonder, if admin starting banning people either temporarily or permanently if the behavior would've stopped without us losing the sponsor section.

 

[dirtbiker666]

This was a long time coming. Everyone was posting way to much info and nothing was getting done. Like heavy said it was to much work to police the forum up . It all goes back to this thread you guys should read it and understand why things are the way they are.

http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/anything-goes/163842-trust-me.html

 

[chold]

Guys, there was just way too much drama and board rule violations going on so all sub-forums were removed last night for review.

We were having to moderate way too much stuff because of members not following the board rules. Some sub forums were not being moderated by the advertiser so it made moderation a full time job. Some advertisers themselves were routinely breaking the rules and we would have to send them reminders to keep their sub forums within the rules. IM sent reminders, mass PM's and tried to get everyone to follow the rules but in the end it was clear that we would always have to clean up messes. At this point if we continue to see rule violations we will have to close accounts.

Anyway, there will likely be some tweaks as we go forward but this is for the best and for everyones safety.

Warning: There will not be any illegal source discussion allowed on the board. Source discussion will likely result in an immediate banning from IM.

Advertisers may have banners, reps and loggers but NO source discussion.

Thanks

Thanks for the update and explanation

 

[euroking]

Guys its Prince decision

Respect it ore move on to other places

there is a reason why he maked this decision

and you guys will probaly see it soon WHY he did it

 

[dirtbiker666]

Guys its Prince decision

Respect it ore move on to other places

there is a reason why he maked this decision

and you guys will probaly see it soon WHY he did it

You don't have to tell me twice I trust you .....http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/anything-goes/163842-trust-me.html

 

[teezhay]

Shit...I understand you guys gotta do what you gotta do, but the ability to log on, browse through a sponsor's board for logs, labs, and reviews was a big part of what made this my favorite forum. Hopefully an alternative solution will be implemented at some point that addresses the rule-breaking problem, while still making it easy to research a source before sending them our money.

Again, you do what you gotta do.

 

[heavyiron]

Shit...I understand you guys gotta do what you gotta do, but the ability to log on, browse through a sponsor's board for logs, labs, and reviews was a big part of what made this my favorite forum. Hopefully an alternative solution will be implemented at some point that addresses the rule-breaking problem, while still making it easy to research a source before sending them our money.

Again, you do what you gotta do.

In a few weeks we may implement something that addresses this but in the meantime product loggers are fine.

 

[teezhay]

In a few weeks we may implement something that addresses this but in the meantime product loggers are fine.

Will the lab testing board be kept the same? Glancing at it now, I see there's still source discussion, and that's pretty important to the purpose of the board.

 

[ddeal1]

heavy, i respect yours and prince decision but would it have been a little simpler to address the people involved since not all broke the rules. again not calling you out i respect you

 

[heavyiron]

Will the lab testing board be kept the same? Glancing at it now, I see there's still source discussion, and that's pretty important to the purpose of the board.

Lab testing on products will remain but it will/is being moderated.

 

[heavyiron]

heavy, i respect yours and prince decision but would it have been a little simpler to address the people involved since not all broke the rules. again not calling you out i respect you

That was exactly what we did at first but it became apparent that it was not going to work without a HUGE wakeup call.

Give us time to tweak things over the next few weeks brother.

Thanks

 

[colorado]

Good job Heavy. Kids don't like being slapped on the hand. But that's just because they don't understand the pain of putting their hand in fire.

Thanks for helping us not get burned.

 

[Kirk B]

it's his board he want's to protect the community and thats what should count!!! now about banning people if they go crazy overboard then yes but there should be a warning given to them unless they just don't give a fuck at all I guess ?

 

[heavyiron]

it's his board he want's to protect the community and thats what should count!!! now about banning people if they go crazy overboard then yes but there should be a warning given to them unless they just don't give a fuck at all I guess ?

I hate banning guys and it's almost always used as a last resort but for right now source discussion is going to likely get a guy banned much faster. We are very serious about this and all the mods have been asked to address any and all rule violations.

 

[irish_2003]

i'm disappointed because the good sponsors and reps who DID MODERATE their sections are being penalized for the bad behavior of the rest

 

[_LG_]

Dear Heavyiron,
You're only one who has problem, from thousands of board members only you.

 

[heavyiron]

i'm disappointed because the good sponsors and reps who DID MODERATE their sections are being penalized for the bad behavior of the rest

Agreed

 

[Arnold]

give this a little time, things may loosen up.

 

[irish_2003]

give this a little time, things may loosen up.

i understand the immediate reason for this decision, but please consider those of us who followed the rules and made your jobs easier...hell, i had a big part in developing the posting rules you adopted here