[thelake]

Lord, why? Bad enough when we just had MD burbs of DC!

[CapitalUncut]

Because it makes sense from a geographic standpoint. Guys had to post the same message to three different boards, and largely reached the same audience. It was inconvenient to say the least...and very confusing for visitors who don't realize how small the region actually is.

What's your beef with the National Capital Region?

[thelake]

If you have to ask then....

They could have had a "dc area" and a "rest of MD" and a "rest of VA". That would have been perfect. But, they didn't ask for opinions!

[CapitalUncut]

I think you should dial-down the attitude. The boards were reconfigured based on geography and traffic patterns, so it would be easier for guys to be seen. It's a fluid process that shifts over time. If the traffic justifies having separate boards again, it'll be done.

FYI, there was an open call for beta testers well ahead of the changes.

If you think the boards should be separated, then post your opinion over on the Suggestion board. Member input does count, but only when guys get off their duffs to offer it. Keith doesn't read minds.

Just don't bash other areas simply because you may not like them: there's just as much others could go off over about Baltimore being far from Charming.

[pumptodump]

Originally Posted by CapitalUncut

there's just as much others could go off over about Baltimore being far from Charming.

Baltimore bashing, I see! Given a choice, I'd rather spend a night in Baltimore than DC. I know that makes me weird, but other than the really nice museums in DC, I've never seen the charm of that city.

Not that this stops me from being in DC for the festivities in January. Alas, the seat of government is in DC.

[Jeff450rx]

Boys, now lets all get along (LOL..)

[CapitalUncut]

Originally Posted by pumptodump

Baltimore bashing, I see!

No, just pointing out that Bawlmerhon can just as handily be panned or dissed. I've had the occasional fun time up there, but more often than not it simply wasn't noteworthy enough to have been really worth the trip there and back.

YMMV.

[thelake]

Sorry, I didn't know they took suggestions. I don't come to this board very often. My bad!

[Balto TG Gal]

I think it`s a wonderful idea they merged the boards! These three areas aren`t that far apart time or distance wise and it triples your chances to find others who share your desires or needs..Plus now all the guys from those boards can bask in my charm and loveliness

[thelake]

Originally Posted by Balto TG Gal

I think it`s a wonderful idea they merged the boards! These three areas aren`t that far apart time or distance wise and it triples your chances to find others who share your desires or needs..Plus now all the guys from those boards can bask in my charm and loveliness

Yes. That is special.

[jdgonebad]

How freaking lame. The area is huge and I could care less what kind of cruising is going on in Virginia or DC. Now I have to sift through all that to find local ads? Lame.

[CapitalUncut]

Most guys remember to post where they are looking. It's no different from 50 guys from all around Maryland posting, but none of them happen to be convenient to where you are. It also saves most guys the effort of having to post on three different boards.

It's not a big deal, especially if you visit regularly, as well as post that you're looking. That way, guys can respond to you directly.

[thelake]

Originally Posted by jdgonebad

How freaking lame. The area is huge and I could care less what kind of cruising is going on in Virginia or DC. Now I have to sift through all that to find local ads? Lame.

I'm on board with you man! And they named it Virginia alphabetically so it is near the bottom of the list? Please the least of all the 3 as far as gay men! At first I couldn't even find maryland! I looked for dc, no list, I looked for MD, no list, I got to the bottom and I say VA DC and MD and I thought you've got to be kidding me! Therefore, my initial post.

[thelake]

Ok. Now I get to sit and wait for capitaluc's bitter comment (along with the token balto bash!)

bring it!

[Balto TG Gal]

Originally Posted by jdgonebad

How freaking lame. The area is huge and I could care less what kind of cruising is going on in Virginia or DC.

How is the area huge?...From Northern VA thru DC to Baltimore is less than an hours driving time total..That`s actually closer than many of the guys who would post on just a "Maryland" board...I`d rather read ads from guys in DC/NOVA than ones in Ocean City or Hagerstown...Besides as slow as these boards are it`s no big deal..Combining boards means you have to read, what?..8 posts a week now instead of the old 5?