So long, and thanks for all the fish!

Ron_L · 08-25-2014, 05:29 PM

Effective immediately I am resigning my position as Throwdown Moderator. I am sorry to do this to the loyal TD fans and especially to Moose, but recent posts questioning my integrity and accusing me (veiled or not) of using my TD Moderator position to cheat in the TDs have brought me to this decision.

Since I VOLUNTEERED to help out with the TDs I have been accused of “sucking the fun out of the TDs” and called quite a few choice names after Moose and I enforced the published TD rules. In addition, a while back we were asked to also enforce the “special rules” that are chosen by the winner of the previous TD as part of the perk of choosing the next category. Moose and I enforcing those “special rules” that you all think up has also led to me being called more choice names. In addition, as a Forum Moderator I have been called even more names, threatened and just about everything that you can think of. BUT… NEVER in my life has my integrity been questioned and NEVER have I been accused of cheating. Since I VOLUNTEERED to help Moose, I am now unvolunteering. There is enough drama in real life and I don’t need that kind of bullchit on top of it. As part of this I will also be withdrawing my entries in the currently open TDs (Bacon and Noobs vs. Vets) to avoid further accusations or speculation if I were to be lucky enough to win (and I am NOT saying that I would win. That's up to those of you who vote in the TDs).

Before I go, I do have something to say about these accusations. EVERY decision made during my time as a TD moderator has been a team decision and was done in conjunction with Moose and Bigabyte (when he was acting as a TD moderator). NO ACTION was taken unless we agreed. Yet I am being singled out for these decisions and it is my character that is being questioned. I can assure all of you that at no time did I think about my participation in a TD when considering enforcing a published TD rule or one of your “special rules”. The recommendations that I gave to Moose and Chris have always been impartial. The fact that anyone thinks otherwise hurts me deeply.

Have fun with the Throwdowns! That’s why JD McGee created them back in 2008.

deguerre · 08-25-2014, 05:33 PM

Damn.

DUBBAGA · 08-25-2014, 05:40 PM

It's not 4/1/14 and I'm not Guerry, so I am not afraid to believe what you are saying to be true. This is very unfortunate Ron, but your reasons are understandable.

Thank you for the effort you have put forth with receiving nothing more than the occasional thank you in return.

landarc · 08-25-2014, 05:40 PM

Well this sucks. I hope I am not one of those, if I ever did mention that, I hope you understand that it was never meant as anything but my usual snark.

I appreciate all of the effort you have put into the forum, both as a Moderator and Throwdown Moderator. I am saddened that anyone thinks that you would use your position to win a contest that, quite frankly was all for fun, and came with absolutely no prestige or perks. Or is it, that offering a prize has now taken the fun out of this.

I am very disappointed that this appears to have become an issue. You and Beto are my favorite Moderators to be moderated by, and always in a fair manner.

Thanks for putting up with it for as long as you have.

deguerre · 08-25-2014, 05:46 PM

Damn damn DAMN damn damn.

THoey1963 · 08-25-2014, 05:49 PM

Hope any comments of mine were not part of this. Sorry to see you stop. Thanks for the time and effort you put into both moderating and entering the TD's.

Shagdog · 08-25-2014, 05:49 PM

Ron, thank you from all of us for all of the hard work you put in around here as a moderator. I do not envy your position, and appreciate all the chit you put up with to do the job you do. I'm very sorry this has happened, but I hope you continue entering (and winning) throwdowns, just to spite the nay Sayers if nothing else.

oifmarine2003 · 08-25-2014, 06:16 PM

Thanks for all your hard work. It was most definitely appreciated. I hope you keep entering as well!

Whoever Mr. Character assinator is, I hope you are happy. Ron is one of the good ones! I think since you cost as a mod, you should have to help Moose, or be forced to let Guerry dress you up in womens clothing.

Moose · 08-25-2014, 06:23 PM

Besides the fact that I am really saddened over this, I respect Ron's decision. This has been a thankless job at times for both of us, and I'm half considering resigning myself...

DUBBAGA · 08-25-2014, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oifmarine2003

I think since you cost as a mod, you should have to help Moose, or be forced to let Guerry dress you up in womens clothing.

And is better...

Tonybel · 08-25-2014, 06:31 PM

What's going on??? I must of missed something big.
If your a member of the brethren.... Relax it's only BBQ and if your the one who caused this I'm not happy with you.

Thanks Ron for everything.

buccaneer · 08-25-2014, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oifmarine2003

Thanks for all your hard work. It was most definitely appreciated. I hope you keep entering as well!

Whoever Mr. Character assinator is, I hope you are happy. Ron is one of the good ones! I think since you cost as a mod, you should have to help Moose, or be forced to let Guerry dress you up in womens clothing.

In his heart, that's how he always dresses.
That's what 'b!tches' wear!

No disrespect to actual ladies!

oifmarine2003 · 08-25-2014, 06:39 PM

Also, if this person felt strongly enough to question Ron's integrity in private, man up to it publicly. I mean come on, you would go after somebody's integrity over a couple of free steaks? Give me a farking break.

Smoke Dawg · 08-25-2014, 06:40 PM

Ron, I totally understand and respect your decision. It is a thankless job and I appreciate all you have done (Moose and Chris also).

It is too bad one Ahole affects so many people

silverfinger · 08-25-2014, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smoke Dawg

It is too bad one Ahole affects so many people

There's allot more then just one. Maybe this thing should be shut down for awhile to give the Mod's a break and a chance for everyone to be FUN again ?

08-25-2014, 05:29 PM	#1
Ron_L Moderator Join Date: 12-09-04 Location: Wandering, but not lost Name/Nickname : Captain Ron	So long, and thanks for all the fish! Effective immediately I am resigning my position as Throwdown Moderator. I am sorry to do this to the loyal TD fans and especially to Moose, but recent posts questioning my integrity and accusing me (veiled or not) of using my TD Moderator position to cheat in the TDs have brought me to this decision. Since I VOLUNTEERED to help out with the TDs I have been accused of “sucking the fun out of the TDs” and called quite a few choice names after Moose and I enforced the published TD rules. In addition, a while back we were asked to also enforce the “special rules” that are chosen by the winner of the previous TD as part of the perk of choosing the next category. Moose and I enforcing those “special rules” that you all think up has also led to me being called more choice names. In addition, as a Forum Moderator I have been called even more names, threatened and just about everything that you can think of. BUT… NEVER in my life has my integrity been questioned and NEVER have I been accused of cheating. Since I VOLUNTEERED to help Moose, I am now unvolunteering. There is enough drama in real life and I don’t need that kind of bullchit on top of it. As part of this I will also be withdrawing my entries in the currently open TDs (Bacon and Noobs vs. Vets) to avoid further accusations or speculation if I were to be lucky enough to win (and I am NOT saying that I would win. That's up to those of you who vote in the TDs). Before I go, I do have something to say about these accusations. EVERY decision made during my time as a TD moderator has been a team decision and was done in conjunction with Moose and Bigabyte (when he was acting as a TD moderator). NO ACTION was taken unless we agreed. Yet I am being singled out for these decisions and it is my character that is being questioned. I can assure all of you that at no time did I think about my participation in a TD when considering enforcing a published TD rule or one of your “special rules”. The recommendations that I gave to Moose and Chris have always been impartial. The fact that anyone thinks otherwise hurts me deeply. Have fun with the Throwdowns! That’s why JD McGee created them back in 2008. __________________ "Ron Rico, Boss. You can call me Captain Ron..." Naked Fatties Rock! PKGo X 2/PK360/Weber Q1000/Blackstone Camping Griddle/Pit Boss Pro Series 850

08-25-2014, 05:33 PM	#2
deguerre somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-15-09 Location: Memphis, TN...Formerly of Decatur, AL	Damn. __________________ Guerry [FONT=Book Antiqua]Pit Beeatch for Team Munchkin[/FONT] [FONT=Book Antiqua][B]Avatar by Northwest BBQ [/B][/FONT]"...In nature, there are predators. I believe the common denominator of the universe is not harmony, but chaos, hostility and murder..." Werner Herzog

08-25-2014, 05:40 PM	#3
DUBBAGA is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 07-31-11 Location: Beaumont, CA	It's not 4/1/14 and I'm not Guerry, so I am not afraid to believe what you are saying to be true. This is very unfortunate Ron, but your reasons are understandable. Thank you for the effort you have put forth with receiving nothing more than the occasional thank you in return. __________________ [I][COLOR=Red][B]Green Card Q[/B][/COLOR][/I] - Pitmaster (term used loosely) KCBS MCBJ & CTC Humphrey's Long Weekender, UDS, Red Box Smoker, SJS/Tamale Pot Smoker, Weber Performer, Weber 18.5 OTS, Alton Brown Flower Pot Smoker (died), Blue Ember Gasser (died} Member of the Hall of Zero's (Noobians v. Veterans Throwdown)

08-25-2014, 05:40 PM	#4
landarc somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 06-26-09 Location: sAn leAnDRo, CA	Well this sucks. I hope I am not one of those, if I ever did mention that, I hope you understand that it was never meant as anything but my usual snark. I appreciate all of the effort you have put into the forum, both as a Moderator and Throwdown Moderator. I am saddened that anyone thinks that you would use your position to win a contest that, quite frankly was all for fun, and came with absolutely no prestige or perks. Or is it, that offering a prize has now taken the fun out of this. I am very disappointed that this appears to have become an issue. You and Beto are my favorite Moderators to be moderated by, and always in a fair manner. Thanks for putting up with it for as long as you have. __________________ [COLOR=DarkGreen][COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=1]me: I don't drink anymore Yelonutz: me either, but, then again, I don't drink any less [/SIZE][/COLOR][/COLOR][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkRed] [COLOR=Pink]SSS[/COLOR] [/COLOR][/SIZE]

08-25-2014, 05:46 PM	#5
deguerre somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-15-09 Location: Memphis, TN...Formerly of Decatur, AL	Damn damn DAMN damn damn. B. B. King - The Thrill Is Gone (Live at Montreux 1993) - YouTube __________________ Guerry [FONT=Book Antiqua]Pit Beeatch for Team Munchkin[/FONT] [FONT=Book Antiqua][B]Avatar by Northwest BBQ [/B][/FONT]"...In nature, there are predators. I believe the common denominator of the universe is not harmony, but chaos, hostility and murder..." Werner Herzog

08-25-2014, 05:49 PM	#6
THoey1963 somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 01-08-14 Location: San Antonio, TX Name/Nickname : Terry	Hope any comments of mine were not part of this. Sorry to see you stop. Thanks for the time and effort you put into both moderating and entering the TD's. __________________ There are thousands of ways to BBQ. The right way is the one that you enjoy doing, and that produces food that you, your family, and your friends enjoy to eat. So, keep experimenting. :) Lone Star Grillz Insulated Cabinet Smoker / Weber Summit Charcoal Grilling (WSCG) Station / CyberQ / Slow N Sear with Drip N Griddle WSCG Review [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=245542"][COLOR=Blue][B]HERE[/B][/COLOR][/URL]. WSM Mods [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=201917"][COLOR=Blue][B]HERE[/B][/COLOR][/URL]. My Brisket Guide [URL="http://bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=238834"][COLOR=Blue][B]HERE[/B][/COLOR][/URL].

08-25-2014, 05:49 PM	#7
Shagdog Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 07-01-13 Location: Grayslake, IL	Ron, thank you from all of us for all of the hard work you put in around here as a moderator. I do not envy your position, and appreciate all the chit you put up with to do the job you do. I'm very sorry this has happened, but I hope you continue entering (and winning) throwdowns, just to spite the nay Sayers if nothing else. __________________ [FONT=Trebuchet MS][SIZE=3][SIZE=2]Matt[/SIZE] [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Trebuchet MS] [URL="http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=86"][SIZE=3][B]Come Join the fun in the Throwdowns![/B][/SIZE][/URL] [COLOR=Blue][SIZE=2]Shirley Fabrication 24x70 Trailer - UDS - Weber Kettle - WGA - Fire Pit Rotisserie - Shirley-Shagstone Griddle/Wok Cart - Carson Rodizio [B][SIZE=3][COLOR=Black]2016 Official BBQ Brethren Ribeye Master[/COLOR][/SIZE][/B] [/SIZE][/COLOR][/FONT][FONT=Trebuchet MS][SIZE=1][COLOR=Silver] [/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT]

08-25-2014, 06:16 PM	#8
oifmarine2003 Babbling Farker Join Date: 11-26-12 Location: Cedarburg, WI	Thanks for all your hard work. It was most definitely appreciated. I hope you keep entering as well! Whoever Mr. Character assinator is, I hope you are happy. Ron is one of the good ones! I think since you cost as a mod, you should have to help Moose, or be forced to let Guerry dress you up in womens clothing. __________________ Chris- Midwest BBQ Outreach

08-25-2014, 06:23 PM	#9
Moose somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 10-12-08 Location: Gallatin, TN Name/Nickname : Richard	Besides the fact that I am really saddened over this, I respect Ron's decision. This has been a thankless job at times for both of us, and I'm half considering resigning myself... __________________ Moose *Showcase Your Cooking in the BBQ Brethren Throwdowns!* 2017's "Mayo Explosion" The 2022 Steak Cooking Controversy: Follow the Science! Check out my blog: www.mooseonfire.com

08-25-2014, 06:31 PM	#11
Tonybel Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-29-12 Location: San Berdoo, CA	What's going on??? I must of missed something big. If your a member of the brethren.... Relax it's only BBQ and if your the one who caused this I'm not happy with you. Thanks Ron for everything. __________________ Primo Grill Oval XL,Weber Summit Charcoal Grill, Pellet Grill and lots of different size Webers

08-25-2014, 06:39 PM	#13
oifmarine2003 Babbling Farker Join Date: 11-26-12 Location: Cedarburg, WI	Also, if this person felt strongly enough to question Ron's integrity in private, man up to it publicly. I mean come on, you would go after somebody's integrity over a couple of free steaks? Give me a farking break. __________________ Chris- Midwest BBQ Outreach

08-25-2014, 06:40 PM	#14
Smoke Dawg Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-22-13 Location: Montana Name/Nickname : IMF	Ron, I totally understand and respect your decision. It is a thankless job and I appreciate all you have done (Moose and Chris also). It is too bad one Ahole affects so many people __________________ A bunch of stuff to build a Fire so I can hang out and Smoke, Grill, or cook with! More stuff for Cutting, Grinding, Stuffing, Canning and so on! Double down Zero Club Champion Only Brethren to win a TD with all the votes! IMBAS Certified Moink Baller