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Title: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on March 23, 2021, 01:58:05 PM
Hello friends,

Im not sure if anybody noticed that today the forum was down for a few hours?
Well i just want to let you all know that i am really not sure how much longer this forum is going to be around for. I hate to say it, but ive tried hard this last year or so to direct this place back in the right direction but i am limited.

I have administration permissions that allow me to change any part of the forum and although i virtually run it these days i do not have the keys to the servers etc...

I have been trying to contact Martin (The site owner) for over a year and i get no response to any of my attempts.
I have also reached out to discuss taking ownership of this place in order to get it back where it once was but i fear i am now too late.

I have tried my best for you all to keep the forum going but i cannot guarantee it will still be here in the future.

I suggest if you have any information or pictures you would like to keep, then save it from the forum before its too late.

I really am sorry that despite my best efforts i have not been able to save Global Flat 😔
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: DaddyCool on March 23, 2021, 05:44:34 PM
Hello khe killah, this is really sad news. There are not many active members anymore, but there are fruitful discussions and it feels good to have a conversation with other flatland riders here and there.
Thanks a lot for all your effort!
I really wonder what Martin is doing and why he does not respond.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: Mambocowboy on March 23, 2021, 05:58:00 PM
Hello friends,

Im not sure if anybody noticed that today the forum was down for a few hours?
Well i just want to let you all know that i am really not sure how much longer this forum is going to be around for. I hate to say it, but ive tried hard this last year or so to direct this place back in the right direction but i am limited.

I have administration permissions that allow me to change any part of the forum and although i virtually run it these days i do not have the keys to the servers etc...

I have been trying to contact Martin (The site owner) for over a year and i get no response to any of my attempts.
I have also reached out to discuss taking ownership of this place in order to get it back where it once was but i fear i am now too late.

I have tried my best for you all to keep the forum going but i cannot guarantee it will still be here in the future.

I suggest if you have any information or pictures you would like to keep them pull them from the forum before its too late.

I really am sorry that despite my best efforts i have not been able to save Global Flat 😔
Thanks for your efforts. It's too bad because there is so much useful info archived here.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: JUGGARNAUT on March 23, 2021, 06:17:47 PM
Damn, this sucks... I still buy off of here.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on March 23, 2021, 07:01:42 PM
The forum is not dead yet so please don't write it off, keep coming back and show your support.

I just want to keep you all updated on the state of play should it disappear one day.

I am doing all i can for you guys and although you don't see it im here everyday making sure things are ok and checking newly registered members. I have nailed the spam with an updated more secure sign up, but i have to check and approved every member manually.

I would love to take more control of this place and fix all the issues it has, totally update the boards to a more modern forum.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: aliasdck on March 23, 2021, 07:39:06 PM
Khe Killah thank you so much for everything you're doing. I really hope this place doesn't go under, it's my favorite place on the internet as I check in here a bunch of times of each day as it's the first place I check when I first wake up in the morning, the last place I look at again before bed at night and also numerous times throughout the day whenever I get the chance.

Forums like these are a bit dated with the way the younger crowd prefers to use the internet but regardless this place is an awesome archive of excellent information as well as great place for selling or trading used parts. And just the regular day to conversations I love, the users here are very friendly and knowledgeable. I pray it doesn't go under, hopefully you somehow manage to contact Martin and can gain complete control somehow.

Is there anything us regular members can do to help? Surely somebody who sees this know somebody or knows somebody who knows somebody that can get ahold of Martin? Everybody reading this please keep an ear out, try networking and maybe we can get ahold of Martin somehow? Is there anything else we can do? Is it possible someway to archive everything to another website, or maybe start a new one and have everybody transfer over (though I suspect this probably wouldn't be very successful unfortunately but it might be worth a shot). If there is a financial burden I would be willing to contribute what I can and I'm sure others would be willing as well?

🤞
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on March 23, 2021, 07:49:24 PM
Part of my hope from making this post public is the possibility it can bring Martin out of the woodwork.
I really hope he is ok,  its been a very long time since we spoke. Back in the day we used to chat for ages over skype to discuss the forum and riding.

Unfortunately there really isnt anything we can do other than previously mentioned... BUT...

If we can start to make changes and update this place then it will be all hands on deck to bring the people back.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: metalbmxer on March 24, 2021, 12:46:56 AM
This is still a sweet place and you have out~riding posting all sorts of cool new product photos and info along with some of the other members keeping it going with discussions and product questions. The for/sale has without a doubt been my go-to when getting rid of anything. Keep trying & never give up on getting those codes KHE!!!! and must say you've done an amazing job keeping this place going single handedly
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: HighLander on March 24, 2021, 05:49:47 AM
Not as active as i was before but i do check in now and then. Shame to see this Forum go.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: Revig on March 24, 2021, 10:41:32 AM
 
Thank you very khe killah and Martin and others administrators, that place is so great!!!
Yesterday morning also the Live feed was down also, so cool to see it alive now
 
I suppose Martin is or was friend with Kevin Nikulski, maybe he can bring some news about Martin?
 
Like aliasdck I will contribute if required (and will be very happy to do so coz I got so much from that place on many levels for longtime)
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on March 24, 2021, 03:18:22 PM
Thanks for the offer of contribution guys, very kind!

If i hear anything or the situation changes i will update you all on any progress i make. But being ive been trying for over a year its doubtful.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: out~riding on March 24, 2021, 04:06:26 PM
I haven't spoken to Martin in a long time, I don't know whats up.

I got the admin of the parts page that I update regularly and I post here as much as possible. Facebook groups and instagram have overtaken this forum several years ago but I think it can make a comeback when facebook starts to fall off. I hope this forum can stick around until then. 

Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: Revig on July 29, 2021, 08:43:52 AM

hi!
today I see the site is up again after like 3 days out of order from my pov
Thanks for the actions admins!!
Did that cost you something? I really would like to participate on the €ffort in some way, tks!
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on July 29, 2021, 09:29:18 AM
Cheers for the offer Revig!

Good to see we are up an rolling again, long live Global Flat
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: metalbmxer on July 29, 2021, 12:32:56 PM
Yes back online! Good idea Revig
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: Revig on July 29, 2021, 12:47:23 PM
Good idea Revig


oh   aliasdck wrote that before on that thread



Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: mizer on July 29, 2021, 07:49:17 PM
Glad to see it back up.  I would like to help if possible to keep it or an improved version alive.  Thanks for doing what you do.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on July 29, 2021, 07:53:30 PM
I really appreciate your offer guy's, but the background server repairs are not made by me. Lets hope we can continue as i have been trying hard to keep this place going for you.

 ;D
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: jsteady on July 29, 2021, 09:14:34 PM
We can all meet up on Discord?
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: G Code on July 30, 2021, 05:19:16 AM
Back in the days, the news feeds on this site was a nice outlet for Flatland. A major platform for information on flat jams, new and used parts and videos. A lot of content that was just not on Flatmattersonline. I really miss the energy of Global-Flat.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: 89schwinnsting on July 30, 2021, 08:03:16 PM
Whew! Had me worried when I couldn't connect a day ago. Nice to know GF is still here.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: ollie on July 31, 2021, 10:21:54 AM
Global-flat can not just disappear. Period.
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: aliasdck on July 31, 2021, 10:29:32 AM
I was very sad those several days it was not working. I figured that it was finally over good :( so I was very pleased when I noticed it back up again. I assume that since Martin is still unreachable that the global-flat apocalypse still loams ahead?
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: metalbmxer on July 31, 2021, 06:45:59 PM
I was very sad those several days it was not working. I figured that it was finally over good :( so I was very pleased when I noticed it back up again. I assume that since Martin is still unreachable that the global-flat apocalypse still loams ahead?

yep felt the same way, like well, I guess it finally bit the dust. glad it's back up!
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on July 31, 2021, 06:52:31 PM
I have good news, i have made contact! Hopefully i can make progress to at least get some of the basic issues sorted like being able to embed You Tube videos etc...
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: Timmer74 on August 01, 2021, 01:27:35 AM
that's awesome! Let us know if we can help. I too would be willing to pay some 'fee' to help keep this forum going.

Thanks for the good news!
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: ollie on August 02, 2021, 08:56:40 AM
I have good news, i have made contact! Hopefully i can make progress to at least get some of the basic issues sorted like being able to embed You Tube videos etc...

Keep up the good work!
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: Griffo32 on August 03, 2021, 11:14:50 PM
Hey man, thanks for all the effort.
Sadly I'm a very silent member, but enjoy it regularly.


Griff
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on August 03, 2021, 11:18:26 PM
No problem Griff, hope your well...

Been a long time bro!
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: ollie on August 05, 2021, 07:45:51 AM
Would it be possible to steal some pictures from events/competitions, be that online or physical and post them to the main page. Sometimes post some videos?
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on August 05, 2021, 07:51:02 AM
Not fully sure i understand what you are asking?
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: ollie on August 05, 2021, 08:11:40 AM
Not fully sure i understand what you are asking?

Would it be possible to start posting news again to the main page?
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on August 05, 2021, 08:14:51 AM
I have spoken with Martin about getting the News & Event Bots up and running again so hopefully soon.

I will keep you updated on any progress, please bear with us  ;D
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: ollie on August 05, 2021, 12:56:01 PM
Great, thanks a lot!
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: byke on November 17, 2021, 11:45:04 AM
With social media becoming ever more protectionist and ever more restrictive, maybe there is a place for web forums again?
Title: Re: *** ALL MEMBERS PLEASE READ ***
Post by: khe killah on November 17, 2021, 01:38:10 PM
Long time no see Byke!

One would like to think so, the door is always open for old and new members.