New Forum Format - Page 2

**nomadtom69** · 03-07-2011, 12:06 PM

when you pull up one from new topics if you look at the very top of the thread it will show what board is is off of in yellow across the top ( KawaNOW:: KawaNow General Boards :: nnr-omt- ::New Fourm Format ) it lets you know where it came from.

ballast · 03-07-2011, 01:36 PM

The list that is visible at log in is just the stuff I am involved in so that works for me. As far as the "new topics" button. Don't use it. I go down through the pages like I always have and look for things to read.

The other thing I just noticed is that "new topics" isn't actually "new" topics. It is just a list of the most recent posts on all threads. There are some really old threads that pop up.

elvis · 03-07-2011, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ballast

The other thing I just noticed is that "new topics" isn't actually "new" topics. It is just a list of the most recent posts on all threads. There are some really old threads that pop up.

Very accurate observation. They could use a more descriptive tag for those recent posts.

E.

**BudMan** · 03-07-2011, 04:38 PM

I agree Kris. But I doubt the post in the regional boards can be left out of the "New Topics" link.

ballast · 03-07-2011, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BudMan

I agree Kris. But I doubt the post in the regional boards can be left out of the "New Topics" link.

They are not. The thread I started this A.M. is included.

**BudMan** · 03-07-2011, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ballast

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Originally Posted by BudMan

I agree Kris. But I doubt the post in the regional boards can be left out of the "New Topics" link.

They are not. The thread I started this A.M. is included.

You are correct Charlie. What I meant was that I doubt Trip could, even if he wanted to, exclude post made in regional boards from the new topics link. I would think it's all or nothing. :)

Bull Durham · 03-07-2011, 06:15 PM

Well, I'm new, joined last fall, so not sure how it use to be, but I don't mind this format. When I look at the "new topics" you can just hover the mouse over the topic and you can read the first sentence or two without even clicking on it, and if it is something that pertains to me or if it doesn't interest me, then I don't click on it.

And if something was posted in the Regional, wouldn't it show up in the New Topics? Also, I think it's kind of nice to easily see what thoughts other people have on topics or ideas. Especially all the Canucks on the board!! <smile> I haven't seen so many since I lived in Maine!

And that's kind of why we have the Internet now, isn't it? To make it global so we can easily correspond with people everywhere? If it was more restricted, it would be more like the old BBS's, before the Internet. Like, I enjoy seeing a lot of stuff from Utah rider guy, and CactusJack's humor, and Loafer's comments, or TC.

But, I maybe missing the point because I'm new and not sure how it use to be. If so, apologize for my thoughts.

**glwilson** · 03-07-2011, 06:55 PM

Kris... I know what you are saying and whole-heartedly agree.

Regionals are for regional-related subjects; which was the reason they were created.

If a subject pertains to the entire KawaNOW family; then someone can post that on one of the other boards relevant to the subject -- but leave the regionals alone and excluded from the "new-topics" section.

Secondly, I would like to see the "lighter-side" posts removed from the "new-topics". On most days they dominate the "new-topics".

Hey... I like the jokes and all -- don't get me wrong, I read a lot of them and laugh a lot; but they do seem to dominate the posts in the new-topics section.

Just my 1-cent...

cactusjack · 03-07-2011, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Kris... I know what you are saying and whole-heartedly agree.

Regionals are for regional-related subjects; which was the reason they were created.

If a subject pertains to the entire KawaNOW family; then someone can post that on one of the other boards relevant to the subject -- but leave the regionals alone and excluded from the "new-topics" section.

Secondly, I would like to see the "lighter-side" posts removed from the "new-topics". On most days they dominate the "new-topics".

Hey... I like the jokes and all -- don't get me wrong, I read a lot of them and laugh a lot; but they do seem to dominate the posts in the new-topics section.

Just my 1-cent...

I agree wholeheartedly with your comment about the "lighter side" posts.

ballast · 03-07-2011, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Kris... I know what you are saying and whole-heartedly agree.

Regionals are for regional-related subjects; which was the reason they were created.

If a subject pertains to the entire KawaNOW family; then someone can post that on one of the other boards relevant to the subject -- but leave the regionals alone and excluded from the "new-topics" section.

Secondly, I would like to see the "lighter-side" posts removed from the "new-topics". On most days they dominate the "new-topics".

Hey... I like the jokes and all -- don't get me wrong, I read a lot of them and laugh a lot; but they do seem to dominate the posts in the new-topics section.

Just my 1-cent...

I agree wholeheartedly with your comment about the "lighter side" posts.

Remember, They are not really New Topics, they are just the most recent posts. Which is why I don't even use the little button up there. I have the list of stuff I am commenting on and then I wander the areas that interest me.

Netnorske · 03-07-2011, 08:10 PM

I didn't mean to stir up a hornets nest....just wondering if there is a better way to keep what we liked about the old format while keeping some other things that make it more convenient. I too am tired of scrolling through 15 joke threads to get to an actual topic when I hit the New Topic button. That stuff is funny, but I would agree it needs it own home.

I have no clue what is possible or not with Proboards....but I can think of a couple ways to tweak this new format to better serve the membership, many of which have been mentioned here....

**glwilson** · 03-07-2011, 08:52 PM

Nothing that a couple shots of tequila wouldn't cure ;)

AlabamaNomadRider · 03-07-2011, 09:52 PM

I use the new topic a lot. When a new topic is posted it does show up in the new topic. But when an old topic is posted to by someone else it appears as a new topic. I have no problem at all with that. I usually can remember which posts I have read. The reason why there are more jokes that show up as new topics is because there are more new jokes posted than anything else. The best thing to do is to click on each type thread rather than the new topic button and all will be like it once was.

Bull Durham · 03-07-2011, 11:11 PM

I think a very helpful thing to do, is always have a descriptive Subject line, so a person can tell just by looking at it what the problem / topic is going to be about, and that will determine if the person is going to / want to read the topic or not.

petenomad · 03-07-2011, 11:32 PM

I'm sort of at a loss to see why this is a problem. If you don't like the new topics button, then don't use it. I don't. I never see the jokes and am pretty selective in the off-topics boards.
I generally don't go to the other region boards, but if I am going to be traveling an area, I have been known to ask for advice in those forums.

03-07-2011, 12:06 PM	#16
nomadtom69 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryville, Tn Posts: 2,656	New Forum Format when you pull up one from new topics if you look at the very top of the thread it will show what board is is off of in yellow across the top ( KawaNOW:: KawaNow General Boards :: nnr-omt- ::New Fourm Format ) it lets you know where it came from. __________________ (NomadTom69)Tom Green Previous bikes - 2004 BMW R1200 CLC 2006 Nomad 1600 Black -1985 BMW K100 RT VBA #001609 Viet-Nam Vet 71-72 Maryville , Tn. Maggie Valley '11-Townsend '12-Estes Park '13- Copperhead fall rally "13- Elkins WV '14- Eureka Springs ' 15- Helen Ga. SE Rally '16 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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03-07-2011, 01:36 PM	#17
ballast Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Orting, WA Posts: 1,394	New Forum Format The list that is visible at log in is just the stuff I am involved in so that works for me. As far as the "new topics" button. Don't use it. I go down through the pages like I always have and look for things to read. The other thing I just noticed is that "new topics" isn't actually "new" topics. It is just a list of the most recent posts on all threads. There are some really old threads that pop up. __________________ Charlie "Ballast" Krogh 2005 1600 Nomad "Tangerine Dream" VBA #999 VROC #29355
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03-07-2011, 04:38 PM	#19
BudMan Join Date: May 2009 Location: Greenwood, Ark. Posts: 4,736	New Forum Format I agree Kris. But I doubt the post in the regional boards can be left out of the "New Topics" link. __________________ Dave Jesse 2012 1700 Gray/Black Voyager 2006 1600 Nomad Green/Silver Sold VBA #1108 2010- Eureka Springs - Antlers - 2011- Maggie Valley - Antlers 2012- Margaritaville Ride - Van Buren - Antlers - 2013- Estes Park - Antlers 2014- Mountain View - Antlers - 2015- Eureka Springs - Antlers 2016- Salem - Antlers - 2017- Eureka Springs - Lake George - Antlers - 2018- Custer - Antlers
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03-07-2011, 06:15 PM	#22
Bull Durham Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA area Posts: 785	New Forum Format Well, I'm new, joined last fall, so not sure how it use to be, but I don't mind this format. When I look at the "new topics" you can just hover the mouse over the topic and you can read the first sentence or two without even clicking on it, and if it is something that pertains to me or if it doesn't interest me, then I don't click on it. And if something was posted in the Regional, wouldn't it show up in the New Topics? Also, I think it's kind of nice to easily see what thoughts other people have on topics or ideas. Especially all the Canucks on the board!! <smile> I haven't seen so many since I lived in Maine! And that's kind of why we have the Internet now, isn't it? To make it global so we can easily correspond with people everywhere? If it was more restricted, it would be more like the old BBS's, before the Internet. Like, I enjoy seeing a lot of stuff from Utah rider guy, and CactusJack's humor, and Loafer's comments, or TC. But, I maybe missing the point because I'm new and not sure how it use to be. If so, apologize for my thoughts. __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Nomad VBA #1608 KZR #25622
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03-07-2011, 06:55 PM	#23
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	New Forum Format Kris... I know what you are saying and whole-heartedly agree. Regionals are for regional-related subjects; which was the reason they were created. If a subject pertains to the entire KawaNOW family; then someone can post that on one of the other boards relevant to the subject -- but leave the regionals alone and excluded from the "new-topics" section. Secondly, I would like to see the "lighter-side" posts removed from the "new-topics". On most days they dominate the "new-topics". Hey... I like the jokes and all -- don't get me wrong, I read a lot of them and laugh a lot; but they do seem to dominate the posts in the new-topics section. Just my 1-cent... __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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03-07-2011, 08:10 PM	#26
Netnorske Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Everett, Washington Posts: 5,709	New Forum Format I didn't mean to stir up a hornets nest....just wondering if there is a better way to keep what we liked about the old format while keeping some other things that make it more convenient. I too am tired of scrolling through 15 joke threads to get to an actual topic when I hit the New Topic button. That stuff is funny, but I would agree it needs it own home. I have no clue what is possible or not with Proboards....but I can think of a couple ways to tweak this new format to better serve the membership, many of which have been mentioned here.... __________________ *Kris Olsen* VBA #0691 2017 HD Ultra Limited Low 2013 Victory Cross Country Tour 2012 1700 Vulcan Voyager 2008 1600 Vulcan Nomad 1997 Vulcan 800 Classic *"Growing old is mandatory,* *but growing up is optional"* Custer 2009\|Kalispell 2010\|Cortez 2010\|Crescent City 2011\|Kanab 2012\|Canmore 2012\|Estes Park 2013\|Orofino 2014\|Lake Tahoe 2015\|Red Lodge 2016
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03-07-2011, 08:52 PM	#27
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	New Forum Format Nothing that a couple shots of tequila wouldn't cure ;) __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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03-07-2011, 09:52 PM	#28
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	New Forum Format I use the new topic a lot. When a new topic is posted it does show up in the new topic. But when an old topic is posted to by someone else it appears as a new topic. I have no problem at all with that. I usually can remember which posts I have read. The reason why there are more jokes that show up as new topics is because there are more new jokes posted than anything else. The best thing to do is to click on each type thread rather than the new topic button and all will be like it once was. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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03-07-2011, 11:11 PM	#29
Bull Durham Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA area Posts: 785	New Forum Format I think a very helpful thing to do, is always have a descriptive Subject line, so a person can tell just by looking at it what the problem / topic is going to be about, and that will determine if the person is going to / want to read the topic or not. __________________ 2005 Kawasaki Nomad VBA #1608 KZR #25622
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03-07-2011, 11:32 PM	#30
petenomad Sr. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Overland Park, KS Posts: 1,135	New Forum Format I'm sort of at a loss to see why this is a problem. If you don't like the new topics button, then don't use it. I don't. I never see the jokes and am pretty selective in the off-topics boards. I generally don't go to the other region boards, but if I am going to be traveling an area, I have been known to ask for advice in those forums. __________________ Glenn petenomad Peterman 2016 BMW R1200RT 2012 Candy Arabian Red Concours - Traded at 23000 miles 2008 Red/Black Nomad - Traded at 29500 miles
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