I should offer to do it, it would justify my "has no life" post count... but hey, most of those where when i lived in North Dakota...
I think Matt H and Jeremy (Tifo) together is our best bet, however I doubt Tifo will accept the job. I think we need two, after seeing how thin stretched Pete was. I'd do the job if people wanted me too, but there are probably those that want it more then I.
~Eyal

 

As much as I'd like to see Matt H.( been good to me and helped all of us), UD Pride (as the funniest 'to the point contributor($hit howdy he also has a 325iX), or Tifo who is back amongst us I thank him daily for my two manual sunroofs...My vote goes out to the one stupid enough to take on the thankless job of moderator.

 

In some ways I want it and in other ways I don't. On one hand it'd be nice to feel like I'm "giving something back" to this place and heaven knows I spend enough time here anyway, but OTOH do I really want to have to resolve all the little petty disputes and referee everything etc? Those aspects of the job make it less than appealing - kind of like doing police work. It's thankless and at times difficult. I guess I wouldn't say "no" but I don't know how long it'd remain fun. Either Matt or Tifo would be a decent choice too methinks. Pretty much any of the "regulars" that's been around here a while. Most are pretty level-headed people. We've all got our quirks, but I think in that role people have to assume a different personality and step back and act a lot more objectively and in a less opinionated manner than we tend to when we're just B.S.-ing as regular posters on here. This calls for someone a little older and more seasoned and most of the candidates mentioned seem to fit the bill nicely. Also the idea of having perhaps several people is a good one also. It would ensure more consistent coverage of the forum 24/7 with fewer gaps - most of us have schedules / lives outside of here!

Whoever it ends up being I just hope they are able to bring the wisdom and fairness of Pete and John D. to the forum and keep it the valuable place it is!

"If elected, I promise to ban everyone and start over!" Just kidding. I keep having that episode of the Simpson's stuck in my head for some reason where Groundskeeper Willie is running for mayor of Springfield and up on the stage saying "If elected mayor, I pledge to kill the whole lot o' you and burn yer town to cinders!" before being told by the stage hand "psst - your mike's on". Dunno why that came to mind here. . .

 

Matt would make a good mod.

 

Tifo's got all the right credentials. He’s got the maturity, technical respect, personal respect, and general fairness and decency that I think makes him an outstanding candidate.

Now, if only he’d be willing to take on the job...

-Mark

 

Thanks to all who mentioned me......

This list needs at least two moderators, IMHO. One wouldn't be enough.

I've been a moderator on two cycling forums and realize the amount of work involved and the headaches/hassles. I would be more than happy to help and give a little back to rennlist by helping John here, but there are two things I need to make clear:

1. I'll be fair, patient, impartial, and available to talk to.....................but I won't put up with spam, drama, crap, bullying, and non-members posting their for-sale ads here. Rules are rules and they should be enforced. If people don't want that, then I would be the wrong man for the job. The moderator for this board needs to be a straight-shooter (much like Pete).

2. I'd only do it if Matt H or Geo (or both) agreed to co-moderate with me. That way it would be balanced and fair, plus there would be coverage in case a moderator has to go out of town for vacation/work issues.

Take care,

Jeremy

 

Tifo - LOVE the new avatar! I'll have to find a field and take a shot like that with they 928's.

Pete's ego must be getting stuck in the door jams right about now - 2-3 people needed to fill his shoes? :-)

 

Well, I'd be willing. I share the same thoughts as you in #1. I also feel this board needs more than one moderator. Too much work for one person to get all us monkeys in the cage.

 

 

At times moderating here is pretty easy. It seems like a few people all go crazy at the same time and stir things up. The random spam incidents are happening a lot less often. I think John has worked a few deterrents in towards that.
Most of it entails responding to "Reported Posts". They always seem to pop up when you're busy doing something else.
The hardest part is knowing when to come down hard on someone and when not to. I have a lot of friends here and have overlooked some things that they have done because I know that it wasn't overt or intentional. It's hard when it's someone you don't know at all and their infraction may be just as innocent. You have to be able to step back and look at the bigger picture before you react.

John and the other mods are always available for help and advice. I'll help out any way I can too.


So, the top contenders are:
Matt H.
Tifo
Geo
Porsche-O-Phile

Any others who are serious?

 

I'm willing to help.

 

I'm willing to help as well, as i said i'm not as good as canidate as the others, but i've done/do it so i know whats all entailed.

 

Pete, I think 99.9% of people would agree that you did a great job. I imagine that patrolling this group is similar to kindergarten J/K
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or preschool..

petey.....i jes wend number doo...haahahhahahahehehhehehhshehehehahahha

 

In my opinion, there are some here who want the job who are not qualified. I have no issues with Matt, Tifo, or Geo. Being a moderator requires more than just wanting to be the town sheriff. It requires a commitment to the board, a thick skin, and most importantly it requires people skills. Post count - high or low - doesn't mean squat. Your opinion may vary - I'm just stating mine.