Help BC

[ped]

Hi Basschatters

I just wrote a massive thing all about the recent updates and the problems we're aware of, but then I posted it and I used HTML by accident, the formatting went and the whole post went tits up.

So, instead, a short plea. The recent work has cost us every penny we had in the pot, and whilst the new section should raise funds going forward, it's not finished yet. So, with that in mind, can I just ask:

Do you LOVE BC? Do you miss the little things like the 'go to first unread post' blobs/stars? If so, [url="http://basschat.co.uk/cp/2-shop/"]please help us by buying a BC lanyard.[/url]

My friend Dave is waiting for your order RIGHT NOW. Buy a few and I'll see if I can get him to deliver them personally and shake your hand (or more)

I know you might be thinking WTF am I going to do with a lanyard, well, all the money raised from them goes directly to BC (polos and T shirts we make very little on, to keep prices down) so you'd be helping us, at the very least.

Alternatively please use this donations link:

<form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post">
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<input type="hidden" name="hosted_button_id" value="6RNHURY9AJ684">
<input type="image" src="https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_US/GB/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif" border="0" name="submit" alt="PayPal — The safer, easier way to pay online.">
<img alt="" border="0" src="https://www.paypalobjects.com/en_GB/i/scr/pixel.gif" width="1" height="1">
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A huge thank you to everyone who has donated recently to help with the difficult past few days, we really are supping fumes now, but one more push over the top and we'll be stronger than ever once we're all fixed up and updated.

Thanks for hanging in there and thanks in anticipation of your support.

ped

P.s - quick updates on current problems we're aware of:[list]
[*]'go to first unread post' blobs
[*]'last post by... in...' bit at end of forum indexes
[*]upload system borked
[*]Malware (now fixed, though you may still see message until google take us off blacklist)
[*]sidebar items missing
[*]lots of smaller details - we'll bring them all back, don't worry
[*]Kiwi still needs a bath
[/list]

[woodyratm]

The shop doesn't like iphones either apparently! Will try and order on my laptop later!

Keep up the good work

[Owen]

I thought "I do not need a lanyard but will chuck something into the pot". I cannot find a link to the donate button. Obv me being stupid, but where is it?

TIA

[ped]

[quote name='owen' timestamp='1353522844' post='1875625']
I thought "I do not need a lanyard but will chuck something into the pot". I cannot find a link to the donate button. Obv me being stupid, but where is it?

TIA
[/quote]

Thanks - It's gone and I don't know where - I'll try and sort a donate button here in this thread later though. Cheers!

[Mike1962]

Pot added to!
C'mon guys, hands in pockets!

[ped]

Donation link added to first post, thanks everyone

[Kiwi]

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1353522323' post='1875614'][list]
[*]Kiwi still needs a bath
[/list]
[/quote]
I did it for you. You said you like the sensation of a delicate and fragrant crust under your fingernails.
Now I see this? You've humiliated me and betrayed my trust. I'm going to have a shower.

[apa]

Ped (and the gang) Im sorry but I have no use whatsoever for a plastic bag on a string!! Never mind the fact that the pic of the 'thing' doesnt show up

So I just bought 3

The sh*t that I get out of this site (Including the friends Ive made and people Ive met) is worth every bloody penny.

No go and sort your sh*t out

A

[KiOgon]

There I was writing a witty reply when this "Donate" button appeared - so I pressed it - now I've lost my thread

Keep up the good work mate, it just ain't right when the Basschat Down message comes up

[Phantomnin]

Bought 2 Lanyards...never gave an address...doh.

Keep up the great work.

[Silvia Bluejay]

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1353522323' post='1875614']
P.s - quick updates on current problems we're aware of:[list]
[*]'go to first unread post' blobs
[*]'last post by... in...' bit at end of forum indexes
[*]upload system borked
[*]Malware (now fixed, though you may still see message until google take us off blacklist)
[*]sidebar items missing
[*]lots of smaller details - we'll bring them all back, don't worry
[*]Kiwi still needs a bath
[/list]
[/quote]

Chris, may I remind you guys to please add a Twitter button/link at least to the home page. Our Twitter followers have increased by 100 since we took control of the account and started tweeting regularly and being responsive, and hopefully will continue to grow as more and more musicians and companies choose to keep up to date with the site through that medium.


Edit: when I say "we" I mean you guys and me, I'm not using the Queen's plural...

Edited November 21, 2012 by bluejay

[ped]

[quote name='bluejay' timestamp='1353525308' post='1875676']


Chris, may I remind you guys to please add a Twitter button/link at least to the home page. Our Twitter followers have increased by 100 since we took control of the account and started tweeting regularly and being responsive, and hopefully will continue to grow as more and more musicians and companies choose to keep up to date with the site through that medium.


Edit: when I say "we" I mean you guys and me, I'm not using the Queen's plural...
[/quote]

Yes we have a guy on that - thing is the first thing we need to do is fix up to where we were and then do new things later. Thanks for the hard work in twitter, too.

[Silvia Bluejay]

It's a pleasure and great fun! And yes, I know that fixing what is still broke is a priority - mine was just a reminder. Thank you again.

Edited November 21, 2012 by bluejay

[ped]

[quote name='Phantomnin' timestamp='1353525307' post='1875675']
Bought 2 Lanyards...never gave an address...doh.

Keep up the great work.
[/quote]

No worries, because you paid by Paypal I can see your address on the receipt

Thanks to all who have donated or bought some BC tat in response to my rather unbecoming plea!

Cheers
ped

P.S Kiwi might be on the other side of the world, but sometimes I wonder if that's quite far enough lolzz

[Roland Rock]

I had to google 'lanyard' to see what the hell one was, and you're right, no use to me whatsoever. Besides, that link doesn't work on the iPad.
Donation done the old fashioned way. Thanks for all your work and the great site.

Edited November 21, 2012 by Roland Rock

[Mabrothrax]

I know exactly what it's like trying to finance a forum and getting the financial support when things go bang!

Shame there're no hoodies in the store yet or a 'technical' T-shirt with a MM Sabre on it... regardless I'll sling something your way asap.

Damn good work ripping out the malware and crap.

[Big_Stu]

On the grounds that I'm a luddite/not registered with Paypal/insecure because I've already had my CC a/c hacked once before (perm any one from three) any chance of an address that I can send cash to, via PM, will be appreciated??

Anyone doing so has every chance of getting a free live Slade CD along with the payment, second prize is TWO Slade CDs.

[Pete1967]

I threw about 20 lanyards away yesterday... Donation, done!

[Jellyfish]

As others have said, no use for the lanyard, but more than happy to donate. Hope things get fixed quickly.

[ped]

Thanks very much for the support with this guys.

[quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1353530801' post='1875780']
On the grounds that I'm a luddite/not registered with Paypal/insecure because I've already had my CC a/c hacked once before (perm any one from three) any chance of an address that I can send cash to, via PM, will be appreciated??

Anyone doing so has every chance of getting a free live Slade CD along with the payment, second prize is TWO Slade CDs.
[/quote]

You should be able to pay using a card via PayPal without needing an account, I think.. Failing that, send me a PM!

Thanks
ped

[the_skezz]

I'll throw in a few quid later, when I've sufficiently tidied enough to find my debit card Damn good site, well worth the odd few bob.

[BassTractor]

Done! Sent you £ 100,000. Now's hoping it works!

[ped]

[quote name='BassTractor' timestamp='1353535433' post='1875878']
Done! Sent you £ 100,000. Now's hoping it works!
[/quote]

You always were a cheapskate. Exchange rate means I'll net about £3.50

[BassTractor]

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1353535572' post='1875882']
You always were a cheapskate. Exchange rate means I'll net about £3.50
[/quote]

... which is 35 times the 10p you recently said you were so everlastingly grateful for, so ... ?

[flyfisher]

Lanyard? Who needs a lanyard?

OK then, I've ordered one . . . . and a custom polo to go with it.

Keep up the good work!