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Title: No more KSUFans...
Post by: waks on April 13, 2008, 02:40:45 PM
where do we go from here?
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 02:45:13 PM
 :hope:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: steve dave on April 13, 2008, 03:00:14 PM
:hope:

 :ohno: :hope:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: konofo on April 13, 2008, 03:32:16 PM
Desired results, in order:

1. Gentile admin buys site
2. Dax / Rusty / etc. buys site
3. Rival fan buys site
4. Saul buys site
5. Site vanishes
6. Mjrod wins lottery, retains site

3-5 are a tossup, I might not have those quite right yet.

kono
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: mjrod on April 13, 2008, 04:10:26 PM
I would win if they just picked the numbers I'd bought.

 :curse: :curse:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Kat Kid on April 13, 2008, 04:27:59 PM
the end of an era.

What about the warzone?
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: waks on April 13, 2008, 04:29:56 PM
the end of an era.

What about the warzone?
F*ck that sh*t. I say we take it to kstatefans. More ku trolls to f*ck with.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Kat Kid on April 13, 2008, 04:31:19 PM
the end of an era.

What about the warzone?
F*ck that sh*t. I say we take it to kstatefans. More ku trolls to f*ck with.

this sucks.

I might actually have to do work and sh1t now.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: powercatmiller on April 13, 2008, 04:45:34 PM
MJ is such a horse's vagina its not even funny.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 04:53:44 PM
I am considering two options:

1. Open a new site which is low-cost, low overhead, but retains the same board format, and features.  I would have full control, but I would keep the current admins on staff.  I wouldn't change much, except perhaps promote more sexual innuendos on the board rather than restricting them, and loosening word filters.   :shy:

2. Run a "Save our Site telethon" to keep KSUFANS.COM, and buy the site.  It would belong to the community, and not a single person.  We would keep the current database and feature set, and run a review on current board policies with the community (polls and such), and see how we can change for the better.  This, IMO, is the more viable option, but I can understand if people would not want to pony up any cash for such an unsure investment.  The investment per person would be low (around $10), but it would be a once a year deal, and not a monthly fee. 

Just posting my thoughts...i'm pretty passionate about this site, and do not want to lose it.

Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: waks on April 13, 2008, 04:55:36 PM
I am considering two options:

1. Open a new site which is low-cost, low overhead, but retains the same board format, and features.  I would have full control, but I would keep the current admins on staff.  I wouldn't change much, except perhaps promote more sexual innuendos on the board rather than restricting them, and loosening word filters.   :shy:

2. Run a "Save our Site telethon" to keep KSUFANS.COM, and buy the site.  It would belong to the community, and not a single person.  We would keep the current database and feature set, and run a review on current board policies with the community (polls and such), and see how we can change for the better.  This, IMO, is the more viable option, but I can understand if people would not want to pony up any cash for such an unsure investment.  The investment per person would be low (around $10), but it would be a once a year deal, and not a monthly fee. 

Just posting my thoughts...i'm pretty passionate about this site, and do not want to lose it.


I would be more than willing to pony up at the least ten dollars a year to keep the site running.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 05:00:11 PM
I am considering two options:

1. Open a new site which is low-cost, low overhead, but retains the same board format, and features.  I would have full control, but I would keep the current admins on staff.  I wouldn't change much, except perhaps promote more sexual innuendos on the board rather than restricting them, and loosening word filters.   :shy:

2. Run a "Save our Site telethon" to keep KSUFANS.COM, and buy the site.  It would belong to the community, and not a single person.  We would keep the current database and feature set, and run a review on current board policies with the community (polls and such), and see how we can change for the better.  This, IMO, is the more viable option, but I can understand if people would not want to pony up any cash for such an unsure investment.  The investment per person would be low (around $10), but it would be a once a year deal, and not a monthly fee. 

Just posting my thoughts...i'm pretty passionate about this site, and do not want to lose it.


I would be more than willing to pony up at the least ten dollars a year to keep the site running.
From what i've heard, you should be good for more than that.  :fatty: :fatty:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: waks on April 13, 2008, 05:01:51 PM
I am considering two options:

1. Open a new site which is low-cost, low overhead, but retains the same board format, and features.  I would have full control, but I would keep the current admins on staff.  I wouldn't change much, except perhaps promote more sexual innuendos on the board rather than restricting them, and loosening word filters.   :shy:

2. Run a "Save our Site telethon" to keep KSUFANS.COM, and buy the site.  It would belong to the community, and not a single person.  We would keep the current database and feature set, and run a review on current board policies with the community (polls and such), and see how we can change for the better.  This, IMO, is the more viable option, but I can understand if people would not want to pony up any cash for such an unsure investment.  The investment per person would be low (around $10), but it would be a once a year deal, and not a monthly fee. 

Just posting my thoughts...i'm pretty passionate about this site, and do not want to lose it.


I would be more than willing to pony up at the least ten dollars a year to keep the site running.
From what i've heard, you should be good for more than that.  :fatty: :fatty:
How much does maintaining a site like this cost? We should get Dax to pay for it.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 05:03:45 PM
I am considering two options:

1. Open a new site which is low-cost, low overhead, but retains the same board format, and features.  I would have full control, but I would keep the current admins on staff.  I wouldn't change much, except perhaps promote more sexual innuendos on the board rather than restricting them, and loosening word filters.   :shy:

2. Run a "Save our Site telethon" to keep KSUFANS.COM, and buy the site.  It would belong to the community, and not a single person.  We would keep the current database and feature set, and run a review on current board policies with the community (polls and such), and see how we can change for the better.  This, IMO, is the more viable option, but I can understand if people would not want to pony up any cash for such an unsure investment.  The investment per person would be low (around $10), but it would be a once a year deal, and not a monthly fee. 

Just posting my thoughts...i'm pretty passionate about this site, and do not want to lose it.


I would be more than willing to pony up at the least ten dollars a year to keep the site running.
From what i've heard, you should be good for more than that.  :fatty: :fatty:
How much does maintaining a site like this cost? We should get Dax to pay for it.
I think I can I can get by on around $30 a month, and that would allow for future growth of the site.

It's not the monthly cost which is prohibitive, I can afford that by myself (although some help now and then would be nice) - it's the initial start up cost to buy the site which will require the fundraising.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: cas on April 13, 2008, 05:37:10 PM
I would contribute.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: SkinnyBenny on April 13, 2008, 05:42:10 PM
Wait, what is happening?  Where is this place going?

And for the record, I would advise AGAINST going to KSUFans.com.  I used to post there but eventually switched over here because I died of freaking boredom.  Everybody there is old, humorless, and overly sensitive in regards to banning. 

Ksufans is to drinking in Aggieville as Kstatefans is to drinking at Finn's Pub.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: PCR on April 13, 2008, 05:54:47 PM
WHoa hey wait a second there.... We can save this site, and it has potential to be profitable.  Maybe we should form a consortium or run a U-62 telethon??  I understand if mjrod feels it's taking up too much of his time.... Somebody can step up and save it. 
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Trim on April 13, 2008, 05:59:26 PM
I am considering two options:

1. Open a new site which is low-cost, low overhead, but retains the same board format, and features.  I would have full control, but I would keep the current admins on staff.  I wouldn't change much, except perhaps promote more sexual innuendos on the board rather than restricting them, and loosening word filters.   :shy:

2. Run a "Save our Site telethon" to keep KSUFANS.COM, and buy the site.  It would belong to the community, and not a single person.  We would keep the current database and feature set, and run a review on current board policies with the community (polls and such), and see how we can change for the better.  This, IMO, is the more viable option, but I can understand if people would not want to pony up any cash for such an unsure investment.  The investment per person would be low (around $10), but it would be a once a year deal, and not a monthly fee. 

Just posting my thoughts...i'm pretty passionate about this site, and do not want to lose it.



#2 is obviously the solution, with the principles from #1 applied (lower cost, more offensive).

Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 06:00:15 PM
WHoa hey wait a second there.... We can save this site, and it has potential to be profitable.  Maybe we should form a consortium or run a U-62 telethon??  I understand if mjrod feels it's taking up too much of his time.... Somebody can step up and save it. 
:lol:  I watched that movie last night, as a matter of fact...

I'm not looking for this site to become profitable.  Over the history of various sports related BBS's (and for some reason, especially KSU boards), that is when the problems start occurring, when they want to turn the site in to a business.  I just want the site to remain active, and sustain itself. 
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: waks on April 13, 2008, 06:14:50 PM
How much would it cost for the start-up? I would contribute with the guarantee that it would remain afloat and little to no changes would be made in regards to policies and what not.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: fatty fat fat on April 13, 2008, 06:16:00 PM
Wow.

Does MJ need money or something?
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: mjrod on April 13, 2008, 06:17:45 PM
Saul is probably your best bet to keeping it the way it is, and I'm giving him first opportunity to take it over.  Saul's passion as a K-Stater is one of the qualities the site needs to have from an owner.   

I'm not stopping because it's taking up too much time.  I have been doing web hosting, web design, and application development for years.   However, I'm experiencing what a lot of businesses are and that is reduced revenue due to harsher economic times.  This is strictly a business decision and while I am securing web hosting services for my other sites and income generators, KSU Fans doesn't fit into that model.   It's a passion I was willing to spend the money to maintain, but I can do that no longer.

I don't think what Saul is asking is too much for those who find value in this site.

Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 06:18:52 PM
How much would it cost for the start-up? I would contribute with the guarantee that it would remain afloat and little to no changes would be made in regards to policies and what not.
The ONLY goal of this is to guarantee the site remain afloat with little to no changes in KSUFANS policies.  I would prefer that any changes made to policies come from the community, not decisions made from the administration.

The cost?  I'm not sure yet.  Details to follow. 
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Kat Kid on April 13, 2008, 06:22:09 PM
good times.  Saul 4 prez!
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: ksuno1stunner on April 13, 2008, 06:50:35 PM
wat
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Trim on April 13, 2008, 06:50:52 PM
I hope this doesn't turn out like the original KATPAK'R where Saul had fantastic plans that resulted in 5 dudes with beer, no Saul, no Saul's grill, and a bunch of raw meat.

At least it sounds like this will be more of a collaborative effort.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Kat Kid on April 13, 2008, 06:53:13 PM
I hope this doesn't turn out like the original KATPAK'R where Saul had fantastic plans that resulted in 5 dudes with beer, no Saul, no Saul's grill, and a bunch of raw meat.

At least it sounds like this will be more of a collaborative effort.

mmmmm.....Jeethus Christh.

(http://adayofrites.blogsome.com/images/charakteremrslave.jpg)
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: sonofdaxjones on April 13, 2008, 06:58:36 PM
I can help out.  I'll await details.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: fatty fat fat on April 13, 2008, 07:08:21 PM
We can't lose MJ. Christ, Saul is a bubbling mess.

Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 07:09:06 PM
We can't lose MJ. Christ, Saul is a bubbling mess.


:-*
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: MOKSUAZ on April 13, 2008, 08:41:04 PM
can we get a weekly/daily update to see how the progress of collecting funds is going?  this is bigger than jerry's kids i tell you!!!11!!!!11!!!1
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: sys on April 13, 2008, 08:50:21 PM
this is just like huggins/martin last spring.  except saul wants $10-15 ea. and won't keep beasley @ ksu.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Saulbadguy on April 13, 2008, 08:51:25 PM
this is just like huggins/martin last spring.  except saul wants $10-15 ea. and won't keep beasley @ ksu.
Nope..but we can keep recruits away from KSU w/ the power of KSUFANS (and our libelous slander)
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: ECN on April 13, 2008, 08:59:16 PM
anyone need a logo?   :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:  :twobirds:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: cyclist on April 13, 2008, 09:06:29 PM
anyone need a logo?   :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:  :twobirds:

Got it covered:

(http://s117.photobucket.com/albums/o70/ClaudioCyclist/th_classless-cats_Willie.gif)

:cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: ECN on April 13, 2008, 09:28:35 PM
anyone need a logo?   :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:  :twobirds:

Got it covered:

(http://s117.photobucket.com/albums/o70/ClaudioCyclist/th_classless-cats_Willie.gif)

:cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist:

i might as well post the one i did for you anyhow..huh?

(http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h137/KingslyZissou/crap.jpg)


unfinished. but there's your classless cat.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: cyclist on April 13, 2008, 09:31:22 PM
anyone need a logo?   :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:  :twobirds:

Got it covered:

(http://s117.photobucket.com/albums/o70/ClaudioCyclist/th_classless-cats_Willie.gif)

:cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist:

i might as well post the one i did for you anyhow..huh?

Sure.  The Lazer eye guy ?  Or the ten-speed ?

:confused: :confused: :confused: :confused:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: ECN on April 13, 2008, 09:32:22 PM
i modified my post. see above.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: cyclist on April 13, 2008, 09:35:46 PM
i modified my post. see above.

That is classless !

:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: PittsburgJayhawk on April 13, 2008, 09:49:38 PM
I pretty much love this site. It'd be a shame to see it go.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: doom on April 13, 2008, 09:51:40 PM
I pretty much love this site. It'd be a shame to see it go.

Then pay up, bitch!
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: PittsburgJayhawk on April 13, 2008, 10:01:38 PM
I don't love it that much.  ;)
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: cas on April 14, 2008, 09:24:29 AM
I pretty much love this site. It'd be a shame to see it go.

Lots of your "PHOGGIES" don't.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: The42Yardstick on April 14, 2008, 11:44:37 AM
I pretty much love this site. It'd be a shame to see it go.

Lots of your "PHOGGIES" don't.

I like it. It's a lot more realistic than the powertards and a LOT more entertaining than the geritol-injected old farts at kstatefans.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Winters on April 14, 2008, 01:06:31 PM
i know what i'am about to say is stupid but we should get beasley to pay for the site since he will be making millions and since it is the least he could do for leaving us  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: doom on April 14, 2008, 01:10:47 PM
i know what i'am about to say is stupid but we should get beasley to pay for the site since he will be making millions and since it is the least he could do for leaving us  :thumbsup:

Make the call.  I'm sure he'd love to hear from you.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: Fledermaus on April 14, 2008, 01:13:17 PM

We could charge the ku fans $1/ post.  don't they all claim to be rich?
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: BIGDAVEFREEMAN on April 15, 2008, 12:11:13 AM
This sucks
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: PCR on April 15, 2008, 03:22:42 PM
How much does it cost to host per month? 
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: dr00d on April 15, 2008, 04:48:33 PM
Saul is probably your best bet to keeping it the way it is, and I'm giving him first opportunity to take it over.  Saul's passion as a K-Stater is one of the qualities the site needs to have from an owner.   

I'm not stopping because it's taking up too much time.  I have been doing web hosting, web design, and application development for years.   However, I'm experiencing what a lot of businesses are and that is reduced revenue due to harsher economic times.  This is strictly a business decision and while I am securing web hosting services for my other sites and income generators, KSU Fans doesn't fit into that model.   It's a passion I was willing to spend the money to maintain, but I can do that no longer.

I don't think what Saul is asking is too much for those who find value in this site.



Saul was a closet ku basketball fan just a couple short years ago... :blindfold:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: mjrod on April 15, 2008, 05:22:24 PM
Saul is probably your best bet to keeping it the way it is, and I'm giving him first opportunity to take it over.  Saul's passion as a K-Stater is one of the qualities the site needs to have from an owner.   

I'm not stopping because it's taking up too much time.  I have been doing web hosting, web design, and application development for years.   However, I'm experiencing what a lot of businesses are and that is reduced revenue due to harsher economic times.  This is strictly a business decision and while I am securing web hosting services for my other sites and income generators, KSU Fans doesn't fit into that model.   It's a passion I was willing to spend the money to maintain, but I can do that no longer.

I don't think what Saul is asking is too much for those who find value in this site.



Saul was a closet ku basketball fan just a couple short years ago... :blindfold:

I now know why some people think you're an idiot.

Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: dr00d on April 15, 2008, 08:56:27 PM
Saul is probably your best bet to keeping it the way it is, and I'm giving him first opportunity to take it over.  Saul's passion as a K-Stater is one of the qualities the site needs to have from an owner.   

I'm not stopping because it's taking up too much time.  I have been doing web hosting, web design, and application development for years.   However, I'm experiencing what a lot of businesses are and that is reduced revenue due to harsher economic times.  This is strictly a business decision and while I am securing web hosting services for my other sites and income generators, KSU Fans doesn't fit into that model.   It's a passion I was willing to spend the money to maintain, but I can do that no longer.

I don't think what Saul is asking is too much for those who find value in this site.



Saul was a closet ku basketball fan just a couple short years ago... :blindfold:

I now know why some people think you're an idiot.



I'm going to take a guess and say that your list is longer than mine  :nahnah: :lol:
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: mjrod on April 15, 2008, 10:08:56 PM
Saul is probably your best bet to keeping it the way it is, and I'm giving him first opportunity to take it over.  Saul's passion as a K-Stater is one of the qualities the site needs to have from an owner.   

I'm not stopping because it's taking up too much time.  I have been doing web hosting, web design, and application development for years.   However, I'm experiencing what a lot of businesses are and that is reduced revenue due to harsher economic times.  This is strictly a business decision and while I am securing web hosting services for my other sites and income generators, KSU Fans doesn't fit into that model.   It's a passion I was willing to spend the money to maintain, but I can do that no longer.

I don't think what Saul is asking is too much for those who find value in this site.



Saul was a closet ku basketball fan just a couple short years ago... :blindfold:

I now know why some people think you're an idiot.



I'm going to take a guess and say that your list is longer than mine  :nahnah: :lol:

Guessing is what seals it for you being an idiot.

Congrats.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: WildCatzPhreak on April 15, 2008, 11:47:19 PM
Can't really donate money but I can donate a good amount of hosting space.  Let me know.
Title: Re: No more KSUFans...
Post by: dr00d on April 16, 2008, 12:32:24 AM
Saul is probably your best bet to keeping it the way it is, and I'm giving him first opportunity to take it over.  Saul's passion as a K-Stater is one of the qualities the site needs to have from an owner.   

I'm not stopping because it's taking up too much time.  I have been doing web hosting, web design, and application development for years.   However, I'm experiencing what a lot of businesses are and that is reduced revenue due to harsher economic times.  This is strictly a business decision and while I am securing web hosting services for my other sites and income generators, KSU Fans doesn't fit into that model.   It's a passion I was willing to spend the money to maintain, but I can do that no longer.

I don't think what Saul is asking is too much for those who find value in this site.



Saul was a closet ku basketball fan just a couple short years ago... :blindfold:

I now know why some people think you're an idiot.



I'm going to take a guess and say that your list is longer than mine  :nahnah: :lol:

Guessing is what seals it for you being an idiot.

Congrats.


 :rolleyes:   :ku: