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whatsbestforum - what's going on

I thought I could reduce my presence here and participate elsewhere so I registered on this site called whatsbestforum. First it looked harmless. I did not read the about section. 

I made one comment, a speaker recommendation - did not name or mention anyone - just posted a link to a speaker site and I was immediately banned. The site went into an endless loop, with the you are banned message. I can't log off or view anything, the only way I can view it is if I start another private browser. On top of that, a few hours later, the message changed to "Your IP address has been banned."  Like I am some kind of criminal to be kept away with a restraining order and pepper spray.

I wonder if it's an exclusive site or a cult, and if anyone from here is a successful member over there. The about us section is truly disturbing. I am not taking it personally, but it does bother me of course.

 

gano

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agisthos
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Of all the decent sized audiophile forums WBF is well moderated and has done the best job of keeping out the sour trolls and ASR mental cases.

Only problem I have is its a playground for the well to do, where everyone thinks nothing of dropping 50k on a component. So I personally do not get much out of it. But at least they have a place to go and freely discuss such ultra high end gear without being attacked and belittled.

And yes the WBF owners engage in forum conversation, but I have never seen them ban someone over something petty or go on power trips. I did see a long term member leave in a huff and puff over the most mildest, milk toast, conversational disagreement.

The way some have acted on this thread show they are the 'difficult' ones we forum mods know only too well. They not only bring these forums down, but to a tee act like this in all their daily online interactions.

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