Classifieds Forum?

Joshua B · Feb 10, 2004, 4:36 PM

My only worry is that there might be too many forums on the index page. It might look overwhelming for new people.

Max · Feb 11, 2004, 2:47 AM

Now that I see Greg's suggestion that we could put the odd item for sale in the appropriate section (HIKING for hiking gear, etc), I'm leaning towards that rather than a new forum. I wasn't sure if it was the considerate thing to do if we had something for sale, but if Greg doesn't mind us posting the occasional piece of gear then I'm all for doing it that way. Except that I have nothing to sell right now.

Am I making any sense? Probably not, so I'll just retire to my backyard yurt and take a double shot of Ginko...maybe that'll clear things up a bit!

teachski · Feb 11, 2004, 7:19 AM

I haven't noticed anyone abusing this. I have seen people (myself included) mention other websites, but they have not been ones that "compete" with what you have here and they have been mentioned when someone else brought up the topic of other sites.

I have also not seen people selling, or trying to sell many things.

If you want to make a classified section, do it, but I really don't see a need at this point. I think that a classified section would encourage more of that type of behavior.

I would like to see you have a section for links. There have been some great sites mentioned in your forums. Some that I would like to look at once in a while. To find the URL's again I either have to put them into my favorites or find the post again. My favorites is getting pretty full.

Feb 11, 2004, 7:38 AM

I moderate a motorcycle forum, similar to this but slightly larger user group. We have a classified section that is primarily for our users to help them swap/sell used items.

However we have situations, just like this one, where a vendor shows up and does the shameless add thing. We reserve the right to delete them, but will usually let them go, unless we feel there is something offensive about the post. Or, if we know that the product is of poor quality. I've banned one vendor that just kept posting.

I've already got a full time job, being a moderator is tough enough already.

smitty77 · Feb 11, 2004, 8:49 AM

Greg,
Can we post items for sale that are not hiking or skiing related in the Misc. Discussion forum? For example, I have a Cannondale road bike I'm looking to get rid of, but I wasn't sure if posting it to AlpineZone would be appropriate.
May I also suggest that once a "for sale" post is made, the prospective purchaser(s) contact the poster through private message or e-mail to keep us all from having to read endless posts of:
"Will you take fifty?"
"No."
"How about 60?"
"Maybe. Have anything to trade?"
"What's the condition like?"
etc, etc.

Smitty

**Greg** · Feb 11, 2004, 9:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teachski

If you want to make a classified section, do it, but I really don't see a need at this point. I think that a classified section would encourage more of that type of behavior.

I tend to agree here. I just don't think we're at the point (yet) where this is required.

Quote:

Originally Posted by smitty77

Can we post items for sale that are not hiking or skiing related in the Misc. Discussion forum?

I suppose that's fine if you think someone from this board may be interested. I agree with you on using PMs or Email to negotiate.

MtnMagic · Feb 11, 2004, 10:49 AM

The more I think about it I don't believe selling used gear would benefit this site. I agree with Cal that places to stay and eat would be more benefical to readers.

How about organizing ski trips and hikes so that folks can meet and enjoy adventures together?! On every outdoor board I read of folks wanting to meet hiking partners, just to have company to hike with. A group hike is fun! Why not start group hikes here?!

Stephen · Feb 11, 2004, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MtnMagic

How about organizing ski trips and hikes so that folks can meet and enjoy adventures together?! On every outdoor board I read of folks wanting to meet hiking partners, just to have company to hike with. A group hike is fun! Why not start group hikes here?!

This may deserve it's own thread, but adding a calendar mod would be neat so that we could see who is planning on hiking/skiing where and when so we can try to hook up.

-T

**Greg** · Feb 11, 2004, 11:11 AM

Maybe it's time to revive this thread:

http://forums.alpinezone.com/viewtopic.php?t=403

MtnMagic · Feb 11, 2004, 11:28 AM

I just voted on the hiking event/trip forum. Yes, I do believe it's time to revive it.

I'm all for a calander so hikers can hook up to hikes even if it is just once a month. Start with the smaller summits while getting in shape for the higher ones.

Readers would benefit from knowing where to eat and stay and where "not" to eat and stay!

View Poll Results: Should we create a "Classifieds" forum?
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Feb 11, 2004, 2:47 AM	#12 (permalink)
Max Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Templeton, MA Posts: 291	Now that I see Greg's suggestion that we could put the odd item for sale in the appropriate section (HIKING for hiking gear, etc), I'm leaning towards that rather than a new forum. I wasn't sure if it was the considerate thing to do if we had something for sale, but if Greg doesn't mind us posting the occasional piece of gear then I'm all for doing it that way. Except that I have nothing to sell right now. Am I making any sense? Probably not, so I'll just retire to my backyard yurt and take a double shot of Ginko...maybe that'll clear things up a bit! __________________ "Never take no cut-offs, and hurry along as fast as you can." Virginia Reed, Donner party survivor

Feb 11, 2004, 7:19 AM	#13 (permalink)
teachski Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Barre, MA Posts: 1,041	I haven't noticed anyone abusing this. I have seen people (myself included) mention other websites, but they have not been ones that "compete" with what you have here and they have been mentioned when someone else brought up the topic of other sites. I have also not seen people selling, or trying to sell many things. If you want to make a classified section, do it, but I really don't see a need at this point. I think that a classified section would encourage more of that type of behavior. I would like to see you have a section for links. There have been some great sites mentioned in your forums. Some that I would like to look at once in a while. To find the URL's again I either have to put them into my favorites or find the post again. My favorites is getting pretty full. __________________ Born to ski, forced to work. I\'ve used all of my sick days so I\'m calling in dead.

Feb 11, 2004, 7:38 AM	#14 (permalink)
oldhippie Guest Posts: n/a	Sure I moderate a motorcycle forum, similar to this but slightly larger user group. We have a classified section that is primarily for our users to help them swap/sell used items. However we have situations, just like this one, where a vendor shows up and does the shameless add thing. We reserve the right to delete them, but will usually let them go, unless we feel there is something offensive about the post. Or, if we know that the product is of poor quality. I've banned one vendor that just kept posting. I've already got a full time job, being a moderator is tough enough already.

Feb 11, 2004, 8:49 AM	#15 (permalink)
smitty77 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Athol, MA Posts: 531	Greg, Can we post items for sale that are not hiking or skiing related in the Misc. Discussion forum? For example, I have a Cannondale road bike I'm looking to get rid of, but I wasn't sure if posting it to AlpineZone would be appropriate. May I also suggest that once a "for sale" post is made, the prospective purchaser(s) contact the poster through private message or e-mail to keep us all from having to read endless posts of: "Will you take fifty?" "No." "How about 60?" "Maybe. Have anything to trade?" "What's the condition like?" etc, etc. Smitty __________________ You have to do the hard things in life sooner or later. -- Earl Hickey's Karma Guide

Feb 10, 2004, 4:36 PM	#11 (permalink)
Joshua B Mad River Glen Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Hudson, MA Posts: 918	My only worry is that there might be too many forums on the index page. It might look overwhelming for new people.

Feb 11, 2004, 10:49 AM	#17 (permalink)
MtnMagic Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Lancaster, NH Posts: 892	The more I think about it I don't believe selling used gear would benefit this site. I agree with Cal that places to stay and eat would be more benefical to readers. How about organizing ski trips and hikes so that folks can meet and enjoy adventures together?! On every outdoor board I read of folks wanting to meet hiking partners, just to have company to hike with. A group hike is fun! Why not start group hikes here?!

Feb 11, 2004, 11:11 AM	#19 (permalink)
Greg Hunter: 10.29.08 Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Thomaston, CT Posts: 22,303	Maybe it's time to revive this thread: http://forums.alpinezone.com/viewtopic.php?t=403 __________________ Greg 10/29

Feb 11, 2004, 11:28 AM	#20 (permalink)
MtnMagic Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Lancaster, NH Posts: 892	I just voted on the hiking event/trip forum. Yes, I do believe it's time to revive it. I'm all for a calander so hikers can hook up to hikes even if it is just once a month. Start with the smaller summits while getting in shape for the higher ones. Readers would benefit from knowing where to eat and stay and where "not" to eat and stay!

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