Warning regarding baiting, inciting and intolerance

[Matt]

Hi all,

This is a general warning following a spate of inciting, baiting and intolerant comments in the forums.

First lets recap on some fundamental rules:

• We welcome debate and dissent, but personal attacks (on members or any individual), persistent trolling and mindless abuse will not be tolerated.

• We will not tolerate racism, sexism, homophobia or other forms of hate-speech, or contributions that could be interpreted as such.

• Respect other people's views and beliefs and consider your impact on others when making your contribution.

The rest here: https://www.bikehub.co.za/docs/comments_policy

Individuals posting inciting and baiting comments from this point forward will receive an immediate account suspension.

What is considered inciting or baiting?
Inciting: Comments that provoke a strong response (likely negative) with the intent to stir trouble.
Baiting: Comments which deliberately annoy or taunt another person or group of people.

A number of warnings and suspensions have been issued this morning already. If the behaviour continues further suspensions will be issued.

Regards,
Matt