McSalsa Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 OK, ANNOUCEMENT: The polls have gotten way out of hand. I'm going to hold off on them for a while, some people are getting ticked off. When I joined KIC in April, there were only about 10 or so polls. This was April 2009 BTW. I had some good ideas, and my first few polls were made. Now ideas are running thin, stupid polls have been made, and more. Because of all this, I am backing off on the polls. I cannot guarantee others will do the same though... I will however still post here. All future coaster battles are on hold until further notice. And if you enjoyed my polls, thank you. This thread was created for 2 reasons: -Announcement to anyone who is interested -Links to all currently existing polls ALL POLLS BY MCSALSA TO DATE: Coaster Battle: The Looping Four http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19254 ACE Landmarks Poll. This one is kinda stupid, I admit. Terpy corrected me. http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18755 Wooden Coaster Royal Rumble. http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19202 Racer vs. Racer vs. Blue Streak http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19201 How you ridden a coaster in another country? http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19169 How many coasters have you ridden? (This is actually a very good one!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19133 How long will Firehawk be down poll? (Dead Poll. It was useless. Sorry bout this one.) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19135 5 coasters you want to ride (Another good one. It's still popular!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=17907 If you had $100M to improve Kings Island... (Another good one) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=17883 If you had KI to yourself for a whole day...(Another good one!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18885 Your favorite area of KI...(A Great One) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18517 10 rides every coaster fan must ride before they die...(Not Bad) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18749 Best Coaster Ever to Grace KI...(My best poll ever...in my opinion. It was also my first!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=17755 How much roughness can you withstand? (OK...not great but OK...) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18602 Adventure Express vs. BLSC (The one that started the Coaster Battles) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18599 Most OVERRATED ride at KI (A great one. Made a KI radio show here on KIC!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18339 Big, Rough, & Wooden (Another Coaster Battle featuring SOB...) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18601 Park Map Poll (STUPID X10000000000 I AM SO SORRY!!!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18486 What is up with SOB? (OK, when SOB first closed and it was a "Mystery" I made this poll. Fun then. Pointless now. Includes a joke though!) http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18319 Rate... (This kind of poll died after a few weeks...I will probably never finish these) The Beast http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=17926 Flight Deck http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=18486 Vortex http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=17978 Huh...Diamondback, Flight of Fear, and Son of Beast had "Rate Me!" polls but those are gone now. Oh well. PS: This topic was moved via cut & paste from another section. I am still learning KIC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_M17 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Aww, I always enjoyed your polls. Don't listen to the trolls putting you down though, if you want to continue making them then by all means, continue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotag Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 When stagnation occures, try something new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 The polls did get quite annoying, I voted in most of them and posted in some as well. No one is telling you to stop posting polls, most of us just think you should not post AS many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McSalsa Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 The polls did get quite annoying, I voted in most of them and posted in some as well. No one is telling you to stop posting polls, most of us just think you should not post AS many. Very good points...I am not done with polls, but don't expect any soon unless I get a good one. I'm also going to try more non-poll topics... Update: I have an idea for a poll...but I'm going to hold off on it until we learn the fate of Son of Beast. Could be a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomkatt7 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I think that the forums should be used as people want to use them. As long as they meet the TOS. I do not get upset about the polls. There are several topics posted daily that do not interest me, so I don't read, or respond to them. People that don't like the polls are free to do the same. Instead of complaining, just read another topic. Why is it harder to do that, than it is to bash someone for doing something you don't like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_M17 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 The polls did get quite annoying, I voted in most of them and posted in some as well. No one is telling you to stop posting polls, most of us just think you should not post AS many. If you don't like looking at his polls, simply stop clicking on them. However, other members of KIC (Myself included) enjoy discussing other coasters that we have ridden, and McSalsa's polls gave us a place to do that. I truly don't understand why people are bashing him for his polls. Sure, there were a lot of them, but every one of them (With the possible exception of DB vs. LBGC) had some amount of discussional value to them (Yes, even SoB Vs. FOC, because there are people like me who very much prefer the latter.) and should be allowed to exist without people trolling because they're tired of looking at polls. Just my $0.02 worth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McSalsa Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 The polls did get quite annoying, I voted in most of them and posted in some as well. No one is telling you to stop posting polls, most of us just think you should not post AS many. If you don't like looking at his polls, simply stop clicking on them. However, other members of KIC (Myself included) enjoy discussing other coasters that we have ridden, and McSalsa's polls gave us a place to do that. I truly don't understand why people are bashing him for his polls. Sure, there were a lot of them, but every one of them (With the possible exception of DB vs. LBGC) had some amount of discussional value to them (Yes, even SoB Vs. FOC, because there are people like me who very much prefer the latter.) and should be allowed to exist without people trolling because they're tired of looking at polls. Just my $0.02 worth. I did not create Diamondback vs. LBGC. Or SOB vs. FOC. Someone else created those and slapped the "Coaster Battle" name on them. And yes, DB vs. LBGC was a pointless one. But SOB vs. FOC actually was kinda funny... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_M17 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 The polls did get quite annoying, I voted in most of them and posted in some as well. No one is telling you to stop posting polls, most of us just think you should not post AS many. If you don't like looking at his polls, simply stop clicking on them. However, other members of KIC (Myself included) enjoy discussing other coasters that we have ridden, and McSalsa's polls gave us a place to do that. I truly don't understand why people are bashing him for his polls. Sure, there were a lot of them, but every one of them (With the possible exception of DB vs. LBGC) had some amount of discussional value to them (Yes, even SoB Vs. FOC, because there are people like me who very much prefer the latter.) and should be allowed to exist without people trolling because they're tired of looking at polls. Just my $0.02 worth. I did not create Diamondback vs. LBGC. Or SOB vs. FOC. Someone else created those and slapped the "Coaster Battle" name on them. And yes, DB vs. LBGC was a pointless one. But SOB vs. FOC actually was kinda funny... I stand corrected then I just saw "Coaster Battle" and assumed "McSalsa". Lol. My bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't think you should stop doing polls! I liked them and it was interesting seeing different people's views on the subject. Don't let a couple of people stop you from doing what you like to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_M17 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't think you should stop doing polls! I liked them and it was interesting seeing different people's views on the subject. Don't let a couple of people stop you from doing what you like to do. Thank you! It's about time someone agreed with me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomkatt7 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't think you should stop doing polls! I liked them and it was interesting seeing different people's views on the subject. Don't let a couple of people stop you from doing what you like to do. Thank you! It's about time someone agreed with me What am I, chopped liver? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_M17 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't think you should stop doing polls! I liked them and it was interesting seeing different people's views on the subject. Don't let a couple of people stop you from doing what you like to do. Thank you! It's about time someone agreed with me What am I, chopped liver? LOL Teehee :s I totally missed your post, lol. Sorry man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomkatt7 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 No problem, I'm just trying to keep things light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McSalsa Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 Wow. Didn't realize my polls were so popular... And I checked, someone made a topic about my future poll so...DEAD. Sorry...it was gonna be a "What would you put where SOB is if it is destroyed" poll. Not that I want to see SOB destroyed just yet...(I have never rode it and if it is destroyed before I can I will be ticked). Now, an overhaul I could deal with. Back on topic...I basically am wanting to expand beyond polls. Create other topics. Perhaps some non KI related polls?(What?) I'm into other stuff... Update: I'm gonna do that...check videogames section! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOB_TOM Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Just as long as they are in the proper place, I don't see why you shouldn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McSalsa Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 Just as long as they are in the proper place, I don't see why you shouldn't. It's a poll about video games, so it's in the right section...don't worry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McSalsa Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 http://www.KICentral.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19288 It is made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coney Islander Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I certainly hope you will continue your polls during the offseason. A lot of the "trolls" will probably be leaving by then, and I really enjoyed your polls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTD Maverick Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Keep the polls McSalsa. The trolls who created the "SOB vs LBGC" and the one about drinking poison are banned now...keep doing what you do best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTCO Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 The polls did get quite annoying, I voted in most of them and posted in some as well. No one is telling you to stop posting polls, most of us just think you should not post AS many. If you don't like looking at his polls, simply stop clicking on them. However, other members of KIC (Myself included) enjoy discussing other coasters that we have ridden, and McSalsa's polls gave us a place to do that. I truly don't understand why people are bashing him for his polls. Sure, there were a lot of them, but every one of them (With the possible exception of DB vs. LBGC) had some amount of discussional value to them (Yes, even SoB Vs. FOC, because there are people like me who very much prefer the latter.) and should be allowed to exist without people trolling because they're tired of looking at polls. Just my $0.02 worth. I did not create Diamondback vs. LBGC. Or SOB vs. FOC. Someone else created those and slapped the "Coaster Battle" name on them. And yes, DB vs. LBGC was a pointless one. But SOB vs. FOC actually was kinda funny... I stand corrected then I just saw "Coaster Battle" and assumed "McSalsa". Lol. My bad When ever I see a poll I automatically think "McSalsa". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailRider Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Keep the polls McSalsa. The trolls who created the "SOB vs LBGC" and the one about drinking poison are banned now...keep doing what you do best. Are they and how do you know? Actually the poison poll is still open so once again you may want to check what you post or risk being a troll yourself. McSalsa, my only suggestion is to make sure you participate in other forums and throw in the occasional poll, just dont flood the forum with polls and you will be good. Glad to see you are going to cut back a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coney Islander Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Keep the polls McSalsa. The trolls who created the "SOB vs LBGC" and the one about drinking poison are banned now...keep doing what you do best. Well to put it lightly... Wrong Answer, both of them are still members and at least one of them, is a senior member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOB_TOM Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 TDD Maverick, I would love to know who your sources are, because quite frankly, the Lemonchill guy has a better track record than they do..... And McSalsa, I thought your polls were entertaining. Sure, did not partake in too many, but still, to see others' opinions was great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI Kevin Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 No offense McSalsa, but YAY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fear the Four Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 I like your polls! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dvo Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 I'll be the first to admit I made the "drinking poison" one. But while I admit it was pretty immature, I felt that a line had to be drawn somewhere. People were constantly complaining about too many polls, even IN the polls, but they kept showing up, almost daily. McSalsa I've got nothing against you. If you want to post polls, have at it. But it's frustrating when you view new posts and there are 15 different polls about the same rides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooden Roller Coaster Fan Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Dont stop the polls! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomkatt7 Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Somebody needs to make a "Should McSalsa stop the polls" poll. That seems to be what this thread is turning in to anyways Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan1980 Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 I'll be the first to admit I made the "drinking poison" one. But while I admit it was pretty immature, I felt that a line had to be drawn somewhere. People were constantly complaining about too many polls, even IN the polls, but they kept showing up, almost daily. McSalsa I've got nothing against you. If you want to post polls, have at it. But it's frustrating when you view new posts and there are 15 different polls about the same rides. Wait a minute, according to TTD Maverick, you were banned - how are you posting? Oh, hold on, I just realized who posted that. Back to the topic at hand - McSalsa, if you want to or think you should stop doing polls, then do so. But take a look at how many votes/replies/views you got on your polls - you were obviously doing something that many people enjoyed. My only advice to you would be to realize that you could be posting on these forums for a long time - don't feel like you need to post a new poll/topic every day, come and share your input on the topics that others have started also and bring up a new poll every now and then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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