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05-13-2010, 09:37 AM
gschwendt

Simple but effective
05-13-2010, 03:40 PM
xGRIDIRONxGURUx

the notification buttons are too bland, forums with threads that have new posts are hard to identify from the front page...

just a heads up... im sure these will be customized at some point, (would love to do them for free with whatever you guys want) but just letting you know

"E"
05-13-2010, 06:08 PM
Iron Dragon

The site looks good, only problem I had was not being able to pick Iron Dragon as a username for some reason.
05-13-2010, 06:12 PM
cdj

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragon

The site looks good, only problem I had was not being able to pick Iron Dragon as a username for some reason.

Did you try putting in a space or underscore for it? I can go in and make it Iron Dragon if you want.
05-13-2010, 06:16 PM
Iron Dragon

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdj

Did you try putting in a space or underscore for it? I can go in and make it Iron Dragon if you want.

Yes, I put it in as Iron Dragon, and it said something about how this username was unavailable or did not meet the Administrator's standards (or something like that). I would like it to be changed to Iron Dragon (Without an underscore).

Thanks.
05-13-2010, 09:20 PM
JeffHCross

My guess would be it blanched at having a space in the name. Should be a setting that CDJ can fix for the future.

I agree with PISTOL about the Notifications. I like the muted color scheme, but it is difficult to pick up on new stuff at first.
05-13-2010, 09:25 PM
JeffHCross

Hey CDJ, G ... could I get a short summary of where you guys have posted about the site? I recognize various guys, but I seem to have missed where they came from ...

Just wondering if things are more public than I thought.
05-13-2010, 09:44 PM
Rudy

I do like the clean white look. I also believe in the KISS system. It's pretty easy to navigate and find what you want. The What's New button is good to find new topics. The Quick Links menu gets you to subscribed threads although it would be nice if there was an auto-subscribe option for threads you post in like OS has. That may be software specific and I have no clue on that but I do like that feature.
05-13-2010, 09:58 PM
JeffHCross

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdj

Spoilers and Table now installed.

I'll let a Table expert test it out.

Something's decidedly different about the Tables code between Utopia and here.

Here: http://www.thegamingtailgate.com/for...lder-Directory
Utopia: http://www.ncaastrategies.com/utopia...ad.php?t=67247

I do prefer how our tables work out for my SPD research, though:
Here: http://www.thegamingtailgate.com/for...&p=485#post485
Utopia: http://www.ncaastrategies.com/utopia...4&postcount=12
05-13-2010, 10:00 PM
JeffHCross

Rudy, I like KISS too, but you still have to have an interface that is user-friendly. Simple doesn't always mean bland, it also means simple functionality. If it's not easy for the end user, it's not simple.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rudy

although it would be nice if there was an auto-subscribe option for threads you post in like OS has. That may be software specific

It is, and it's available. Go to your Settings (top right link) then "General Settings". Change your Default Thread Subscription Mode.
05-13-2010, 10:03 PM
Rudy

Thanks. I'm probably missing out on that option at other sites too.
05-13-2010, 10:30 PM
JeffHCross

Quote:

Originally Posted by kella

I hope they plan on customizing that skin a little. That skin screams half-assed forum that is going to die out in a few months.

I realize vbulletin is vbulletin, but I'm on a few other forums and any customization you do to make it not look like a vanilla vb install goes a long way. Utopia has a unique look.

I'm sure they plan on doing something. I don't want to sign up just to comment about it and have it look like I am just harassing them though [laugh]

I happen to agree with him (sheepish face)
05-13-2010, 10:38 PM
cdj

We'll definitely be customizing the skin. The site is a WIP, but any and all feedback is welcome.
05-13-2010, 11:02 PM
JeffHCross

I'd like to see Sports Discussion broken into "College Sports Discussion" and "Pro Sports Discussion". Otherwise I see individual threads getting quickly lost in the shuffle, especially once the football season hits full swing.
05-14-2010, 12:00 AM
gschwendt

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffHCross

Hey CDJ, G ... could I get a short summary of where you guys have posted about the site? I recognize various guys, but I seem to have missed where they came from ...

Just wondering if things are more public than I thought.

We have not advertised the site anywhere.
05-14-2010, 12:41 AM
steelerfan

For me personally, I don't care what the forum looks like. If it's functional and has the content I'm looking for (like 3 admins who were at the CD event) presented in a way I can enjoy, I won't think it screams half-ass or will die off quick. Content feeds the animal and this forum is sure to be on the leading edge with guys running it.
05-14-2010, 08:32 AM
xGRIDIRONxGURUx

i agree with that... but i do alot of browsing from my phone... so when i am on the go, in the office, at lunch, whatever.... and pulling this up even on my droid, its bland enough to make me squint... i may just do some design and message the links to the guys, they dont like it trash it... i wont cry... too much lol

but yeah i like the easy organized access to latest info here, no bouncing around from section to section to finally get to a link to a video...

"E"
05-14-2010, 01:17 PM
Rudy

I was wondering if you could add something to the quick links - a list of all forum topics in the last 24 hours. The "What's New" is good but a 24 hour list (http://www.thegamingtailgate.com/for...hp?do=getdaily) of topics as a quick search link might be nice.
05-14-2010, 02:56 PM
gschwendt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rudy

I was wondering if you could add something to the quick links - a list of all forum topics in the last 24 hours. The "What's New" is good but a 24 hour list (http://www.thegamingtailgate.com/for...hp?do=getdaily) of topics as a quick search link might be nice.

Do you want forum topics that were active in the past 24 hours or topics that were created in the past 24 hours?
05-14-2010, 04:09 PM
Rudy

I'd say any forum topic that was active in the past 24 hours. Do you like the idea or a derivative of it?
05-14-2010, 04:15 PM
gschwendt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rudy

I'd say any forum topic that was active in the past 24 hours. Do you like the idea or a derivative of it?

Yeah... I do. I think we can easily modify the links that appear under the Whats New and just simply add it there. We'll see if we can get it worked out.
05-14-2010, 04:26 PM
UGA14

I like reading on my phone too, unfortunately BlackBerry's browser cannot really handle anything so I use BerryBlab, but it has to be installed on the forums to work.

Other than that, I like the forum design. It's clean and easy... which is all it needs to be.

The changes I think would be beneficial would be to change the colors when new posts are made in sections of the forum etc. What I mean is right now you have a light blue like color when there is not a new post and a darker blue where a new post has been made. However, I think the colors kind of flow together too closely and it is hard to tell. Maybe use a more prominent color for new posts... like red.
05-14-2010, 04:41 PM
gschwendt

Quote:

Originally Posted by gschwendt

Yeah... I do. I think we can easily modify the links that appear under the Whats New and just simply add it there. We'll see if we can get it worked out.

Done... "Today's Posts" now appears under the Forum tab as well as the What's New tab. As requested, the link will display topics that were active in the past 24 hours. Let me know any feedback.
05-14-2010, 06:47 PM
Rudy

Very nice update G. I've seen you guys have a Twitter account too.

http://twitter.com/gamingtailgate
05-14-2010, 07:29 PM
Rudy

I may be blind but I do see blog options on the site but have no idea where I would write one if I wanted to lol. A little help for future reference?
05-14-2010, 10:55 PM
JeffHCross

I believe writing a blog is tied to subscribing.

On that topic, the home page is still broken for subscribers :p
05-15-2010, 07:37 PM
cdj

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffHCross

On another note, it seems that I get logged out of the site pretty quickly after I navigate away. As I am using Chrome, I must say that I don't normally have to add any kind of Cookies to remain logged into sites anymore ... it just happens.

Are you still having this issue?

Quote:

Originally Posted by PISTOLxCOACH

the notification buttons are too bland, forums with threads that have new posts are hard to identify from the front page...

just a heads up... im sure these will be customized at some point, (would love to do them for free with whatever you guys want) but just letting you know

"E"

This seems to be the biggest issue people have with the site right now. If you want to whip something up, we'll be more than glad to consider using it and that offer goes for everyone on any site aspect.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffHCross

I'd like to see Sports Discussion broken into "College Sports Discussion" and "Pro Sports Discussion". Otherwise I see individual threads getting quickly lost in the shuffle, especially once the football season hits full swing.

Will get to that shortly. Good idea.

Quote:

Originally Posted by PISTOLxCOACH

i agree with that... but i do alot of browsing from my phone... so when i am on the go, in the office, at lunch, whatever.... and pulling this up even on my droid, its bland enough to make me squint... i may just do some design and message the links to the guys, they dont like it trash it... i wont cry... too much lol

but yeah i like the easy organized access to latest info here, no bouncing around from section to section to finally get to a link to a video...

"E"

Quote:

Originally Posted by UGA14

I like reading on my phone too, unfortunately BlackBerry's browser cannot really handle anything so I use BerryBlab, but it has to be installed on the forums to work.

Other than that, I like the forum design. It's clean and easy... which is all it needs to be.

The changes I think would be beneficial would be to change the colors when new posts are made in sections of the forum etc. What I mean is right now you have a light blue like color when there is not a new post and a darker blue where a new post has been made. However, I think the colors kind of flow together too closely and it is hard to tell. Maybe use a more prominent color for new posts... like red.

What can we do to help make the site more appealing for those on BlackBerry, iPhone, etc.? I don't have a fancy phone, so the guys that do will have to guide the discussion on how it looks and what we can do.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffHCross

I believe writing a blog is tied to subscribing.

On that topic, the home page is still broken for subscribers :p

Like JHC said, currently the Blog feature is available for Subscribers. We're continuing to look at what we can offer Subscribers and what we should also offer to long-term or regular site members.

And are you still having that homepage issue?
05-15-2010, 07:49 PM
joshuahuskers

Is there a link to subscribe? Am I missing it somewhere? I'd like to donate to the cause.. :)
05-15-2010, 07:49 PM
JeffHCross

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdj

Are you still having this issue?

Have to get back to you on that one. Noticed it earlier today again, but upon this return trip I was recognized.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdj

And are you still having that homepage issue?

Yep.

If I have the motivation tomorrow I might tinker with some notification icons.
05-15-2010, 07:50 PM
JeffHCross

Quote:

Originally Posted by joshuahuskers

Is there a link to subscribe? Am I missing it somewhere? I'd like to donate to the cause.. :)

Check your User Settings (top right link). It's somewhere on that menu ... "Paid Subscriptions", or something like that.
05-15-2010, 07:58 PM
joshuahuskers

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffHCross

Check your User Settings (top right link). It's somewhere on that menu ... "Paid Subscriptions", or something like that.

Found it! Thank you very much :D
05-15-2010, 08:13 PM
champ195797

will there be podcast
05-15-2010, 08:14 PM
cdj

Quote:

Originally Posted by champ195797

will there be podcast

Yep, we hope to get a show or two recorded soon.
05-15-2010, 08:15 PM
joshuahuskers

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdj

Yep, we hope to get a show or two recorded soon.

Sweet! looking forward to it!
05-16-2010, 05:32 AM
Rudy

Quote:

Originally Posted by joshuahuskers

Is there a link to subscribe? Am I missing it somewhere? I'd like to donate to the cause.. :)

Yeah, that was hard to find until pointed out. Maybe they need to add a "Become a Donator" link somewhere.
05-16-2010, 12:50 PM
Flav

If there is anything you guys would like done on the new forum skin please don't hesitate to tell me. :)
05-16-2010, 03:28 PM
Jayrah

Is there a way you could set up a non-paypal subscription. I'm down for donating too, but would like to not do paypal if at all possible. Thanks guys
05-16-2010, 05:05 PM
steelerfan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayrah

Is there a way you could set up a non-paypal subscription. I'm down for donating too, but would like to not do paypal if at all possible. Thanks guys

I was gonna ask the exact same question.
05-16-2010, 05:33 PM
cdj

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayrah

Is there a way you could set up a non-paypal subscription. I'm down for donating too, but would like to not do paypal if at all possible. Thanks guys

Quote:

Originally Posted by steelerfan

I was gonna ask the exact same question.

Are you guys looking for a way to pay cash or money order? If that works for you, PM me and I'll send you my snail mail address.
05-16-2010, 06:15 PM
Rudy

Is the Home page down right now? I can't access it. It says I don't have permission to see it.

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