MikeH
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Reged: 22/07/2006
Posts: 782
Loc: GM Towers, London
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Evening all
I'd be fairly confident that everyone who is signed up to be a member of this forum would agree with the ethos/idea that this forum should be about...
Golf chat, free speech, heated debates and off topic discussions, arranging games of golf, selling on your unwanted kit to other forumers and finding answer to a query you have.
So, having been off the forum since yesterday lunchtime and logged on to catch up on stuff but instead see all the angry/accusatory threads that have been flying around left me feeling a bit saddened.
I think one of the major issues is that there haven't been clear guidelines issued by GM on what is and isn't acceptable in terms of posts and that's 100% MY fault. It is (finally) addressed below.
Once the GM forum grew so much that it got beyond self-policing and I felt the GM staff and I really needed help to keep an eye on what was going on, as we simply can't be on the forum as much as we'd like.
So I asked for volunteers to put their hands up to act as moderators in a bid to keep everything running as smoothly as possible. I received a number of emails from those who wanted to help out and appointed 6 moderators. Medwayjon, TonyN, GB72, Atticus_Finch, Madandra and Twiregolf and Brendy. I made my choice based on who I thought would do the job well, how long they'd been forum members and how much they'd contributed to date to the forum (a combined total of over 10,000 posts) and the fact that in my opinion all of them typified the 'vibe' of the forum.
Again it was remiss of me not to post what responsibilities/authority moderators have and again this had lead to some understandable confusion
Much of it is common sense and also in the sub text of each forum already but so it's all here in black and white here goes...
* What is not acceptable...
1 Posts that contain any sexist, racist or homophobic content
2 Posts or PMs that are abusive to another forum member
3 Posts that contain swearing. I feel this also includes the use of asterisked out swear words. I think everyone on here is smart enough to be able to find non offensive ways of expressing themselves without having to resort to swearing and offending any other former.
4 Posts that are spam - i.e. posts or messages that are purely posted in a bid to trying to promote or sell services or products.
5 Deliberately posting off topic messages in the wrong forum.
6 Using the for sale forum as an ebay style shop. The for sale forum is for the sale of your own kit you no longer want.
* Moderator responsibilities/authorities
1 To ensure the above guidelines are adhered to by forum members and that the ‘reputation of the forum’ (see below) is not damaged
2 To move posts to the correct sub forum if they have been posted
3 If necessary remove a post/thread if in the moderators opinion it is unsuitable for any of the forums listed on the GM site
4 To alert GM staff to any issues that they feel they do not have the authority to deal with.
* Sticky posts - Only I or the other GM staff (not moderators) have the ability to make a post sticky and I use my judgement as to what I think is worth stickying because they are either a) important b) I don’t want the getting knocked on to page 2 and so out of sight before I feel enough forumers have had the opportunity to see it.
I will make a post sticky because it might be a bit of research we need your help with, feedback on what new things on the mag or online you'd like to see, a poll, an important bit of news to share or to celebrate and highlight one of the very best things about the forum - the get togethers/games of golf/matches that are happening. And for that reason I felt the England Scotland match, Ascot forum meet deserved stickying as they both involved circa 20 members. I always try to make the subject line of the post as uncryptic as possible so as not to waste anyone’s time and these posts are not stickyed forever so if you're not interested in the content or if you feel it doesn’t apply to you then quite simply, don’t read it!
* “The reputation of the forum”
I have always said that this forum belongs to the forumers. Sure, IPC Media the owners of GM host it but it would be nothing without the forumers who are members and post here. That said it does not reflect well on the forum (and by assoctaion the Golf Monthly brand and IPC Media) if either potential new forumers who are considering joining in, or GM advertisers have a look in at what’s going on and see fellow forumers name-calling and being abusive to one another. If that happens either me or the moderators will act to move/remove posts and as a very last resort if a forumer does not adhere to the rules, implement a temporary or even permanent ban.
Apologies for the long-winded ramble but I feel a number of things needed outlining and clarifying. I will leave this a sticky post for two days but have put a copy in the “How To Use” the Forum sub forum.
If I have haven’t answered any of your questions or addressed any of your concerns in the above then I’m happy to answer them either on the forum, through a PM or feel free to email me direct at michael_harris@ipcmedia.com.
It’s my hope that we can see this an opportunity to wipe the slate clean and move on from here
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MikeH
(GM editor)
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bobmac
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Reged: 02/02/2009
Posts: 3625
Loc: Lincolnshire
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Thank you 
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Qualified PGA Professional
Mostly Ping stuff,
a Yes Callie and a V-Easy
www.V-Easy.co.uk
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CarpeDiem
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Reged: 03/07/2008
Posts: 679
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Well said Mike.
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Start of the year: 17.5
Now: 12.2
If France had a civil war, which side would surrender first?
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007chappie
journeyman
Reged: 28/12/2008
Posts: 83
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Well said that man 
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In the Bag:
TaylorMade Burner TP 9.5*
TaylorMade R570 5 Wood
TaylorMade Burner 22* Rescue
TaylorMade TP MB Irons
TaylorMade TP Z Wedges 50/54*
Cleveland Oil-can 60*
Ping Karsten Putter
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Midnight
enthusiast
Reged: 09/04/2008
Posts: 285
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I fully agree, well said.
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In the bag :
Benross V6 Driver
Benross V6 Hybrid
Ping G10 Hybrid
MD Golf Irons
MD Golf 52 wedge
Callaway HX Hot and Wilson Staff DX2 golf balls
H/C 24
Playing at Wickham Park Golf Club In Hampshire
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mono217
Pooh-Bah
Reged: 20/01/2009
Posts: 2204
Loc: liverpool
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well said mike. Holla! 
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Handicap Movement for this year: 28 > 12
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thecraw
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Reged: 04/12/2007
Posts: 2187
Loc: Lochwinnoch
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So why were people who were abusive and made accusations about mono not banned or addressed then?
I'm not wishing to stir up another hornets nest however I can name you three people who made disgusting comments or name calling. I see that they are still very much active on the forum.
All I ask for is fairness across the board and not rules for one!
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Ping Rapture V2 10.5 Diamana Blueboard 63g Stiff.
Ping Rapture V2 3 wood Javlin; stiff shaft.
Mizuno CLK Fli-hi 20* Aldila NV Stiff
Ping I10 4-PW + U Wedge Project X 5.5 Flighted
Ping I Wedge 56
Ping Anser Redwood
SRIXON Z-STAR BALLS/TP RED BALLS
http://www.ranfurlycastlegolfclub.co.uk/
http://www.rothesaygolfclub.co.uk/
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haplesshacker
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Reged: 18/01/2008
Posts: 3717
Loc: Between Southampton & Portsmou...
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Someone's gonna be very upset with me over this!
Word!!
(regarding Mike's comments)
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The golf training and practice aid specialists.
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minty18
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Reged: 25/01/2008
Posts: 1045
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Quote:
So why were people who were abusive and made accusations about mono not banned or addressed then?
I'm not wishing to stir up another hornets nest however I can name you three people who made disgusting comments or name calling. I see that they are still very much active on the forum.
All I ask for is fairness across the board and not rules for one!
Craw, if it makes you feel better I wont post for a week? I was addressed but not publically. I was PM'd about my conduct and warned over my future conduct.
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In the NikeXtreme Sport II SasQuatch Stand Bag:
Cobra LD 08 Driver
Nike Sasquatch 3-wood
PGA OLD SKOOL 5-wood
Nike sasquatch sumo sq hybrid
Ping G5 irons
Odyssey white steel 2 ball Putter
Callaway warbird balls
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golf_bug
enthusiast
Reged: 09/03/2009
Posts: 350
Loc: Wiltshire
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Good clarification Mike.
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Driver: Ben Sayers Benny
3&5 woods: Taylormade Burner
Utility: Taylormade Burner
Irons: Srixon i701
Wedges: Srixon WG 52 and 56 deg
Putter: Odyssey white steel rossie
H'Cap 14.6
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Herbie
Carpal \'Tunnel
Reged: 02/09/2008
Posts: 3177
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Minty got spud peeling for a week
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If it doesnt reach the hole it wont go in.
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thecraw
Pooh-Bah
Reged: 04/12/2007
Posts: 2187
Loc: Lochwinnoch
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Point proved.
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Ping Rapture V2 10.5 Diamana Blueboard 63g Stiff.
Ping Rapture V2 3 wood Javlin; stiff shaft.
Mizuno CLK Fli-hi 20* Aldila NV Stiff
Ping I10 4-PW + U Wedge Project X 5.5 Flighted
Ping I Wedge 56
Ping Anser Redwood
SRIXON Z-STAR BALLS/TP RED BALLS
http://www.ranfurlycastlegolfclub.co.uk/
http://www.rothesaygolfclub.co.uk/
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minty18
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Reged: 25/01/2008
Posts: 1045
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Quote:
Point proved.
I believe this is what happened to Mono aswell, he continued to offend so was then banned for a week. I'd expect the same to happen to me if I continued to offend.
Good clarification Mike, now hopefully the whole forum can move forward.
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In the NikeXtreme Sport II SasQuatch Stand Bag:
Cobra LD 08 Driver
Nike Sasquatch 3-wood
PGA OLD SKOOL 5-wood
Nike sasquatch sumo sq hybrid
Ping G5 irons
Odyssey white steel 2 ball Putter
Callaway warbird balls
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RGDave
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Reged: 04/03/2009
Posts: 2970
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Well done Mike. Good news I'd say.
Now, I just need to stop posting any more *** ******** (bad language!!) ...will do...
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Dave (RGuk) Playing W/S woods & Mizuno MX-900 Forged irons. Fisher Falcon (Black insert) putter
H'cap 12
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madandra
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Reged: 03/03/2007
Posts: 3981
Loc: The land of the Jock Frock
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Hallelujah ......
Cheers Mike.
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Man blames fate for other accidents but feels personally responsible for a hole in one.
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 clubchamp07
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Reged: 08/08/2007
Posts: 1118
Loc: Norn Ireland
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Did anyone see where my ball went?
Well said Mike
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HomerJSimpson
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Reged: 06/08/2007
Posts: 11442
Loc: Bracknell - Berkshire
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Thanks for setting the record straight.
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Happy Golfing
Handicap 12 (11.5)
Taylormade Tour Burner 10.5 degrees
Cleveland Hi Bore 3 and 5 woods
TM Burner 3 hybrid
TM Tour Preferred Irons 4-PW irons
TM Z TP wedges 52, and 58 degree
TM Rossa Daytona 34" putter
www.royalascotgolfclub.co.uk
http://threeoffthetee.blogspot.com/
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Golfmmad
addict
Reged: 02/04/2009
Posts: 674
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The reason I joined this great forum was for its camarardarie,fun and good banter between members,interesting debates,really helpful tips and advice,(and boy do i need 'em),and realised the opportunity to meet new people along with the chance to play some great courses.
So as I logged on tonight, was really pleased to read Mikes wise words, and now hope that it's all I thought it was going to be.
Golfmmad.
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In the bag:
Driver Taylormade R7 Limited 10.5
Hippo 5 Wood (an old favourite)
Dynacraft 28* rescue wood
Mizuno MX 23's 3-PW, 58* sand iron
Putter Odessey White Hot blade
Handicap: 25 - 23.8 - 24
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HarryMonk
enthusiast
Reged: 10/02/2009
Posts: 342
Loc: Hampshire
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Well said Mike I'm glad this is now all cleared up and we can move on.
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Drive for show Pitch and Putt for Dough
(Thats why I have no cash)
In my Brand New IZZO BAG...
Nike Square 5900 model 9.5
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Alot of clubs I'm looking to change
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rgs
veteran
Reged: 14/03/2007
Posts: 1390
Loc: Dublin Ireland
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Well laid out---lets keep this forum the best around.
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Ping G5
Wilson Fybrid 3 Wood
Macgregor DX 5 wood
Wilson Ci7 4-SW
Taylor Made RAC Satin TP 56 Degree SW.
Odyssey Dual Force 2 Putter.
Season Handicap 19.4--->17.1--->15.6--->14.4---->13.3---->14.3---->14.5
Roganstown Golf Club Dublin
www.roganstown.com
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