Win an ALP dual, Redline or the New Escort Passport.

[Yellowcab]

My impression is that there is only one prize being awarded, winner chooses from list. I know you or I would take the ALP in a heart beat

We will be awarding three prizes. The fist prize is an ALP dual, second prize is an Escort Redline and third prize is the New Escort. Passport radar detector. Any of the winners may choose to have a Cobra SSR 80 substitiuted for their awarded prize. Non-United States residents will be awarded a Cobra SSR 80 in place of the listed prizes.

[oddpedestrian]

Radarbusters.com has gift certificates that can be emailed to people that's an option next time for international members.

[dinkydi]

my comments was not personal, apologizes to all if it seemed that way and wish all the members good luck

[kimberdan]

I need more then luck guys, I have NEVER won anything LoL

[AirMoore]

If I can go on one of my usual asides:

(Please note, this is not directed at any members personally)


I love (from a psychological standpoint), how this has played out: Baseline facts for situation:

- The forum already gives us all a free platform to discuss our hobby (though the forum isn't free to run).

-The forum thinks it would be nice to give away more for free.

- Because not all individuals are eligible (but are not in any way harmed) they take exception to it.

Very interesting neurological phenomenon, specifically regarding envy and risk taking (or lack of risk... which there have been numerous studies on this in MBA academics).


I, for one, would be happy for anyone who gets this. Heck, I may not even make it to my 50 posts, and be ineligible myself (I'll see how much time, and worthwhile input I have).
Regardless, I view us in this hobby as a close-knit community. Knowing that someone else in the hobby gets something (that has no negative effect on me) is something that I would embrace, not express displeasure over not being eligible?

Do I want the ALP Dual? YOU BETCHA! Redline? Absolutely! New Escort: Why the heck not!?! Will I be any less happy, in any capacity, if another member (members) of this community get these? Nope.


I just hope they post some videos or an un-boxing for us!

[dinkydi]

That's history please move on

[FJR1300]

I don't think dinkydi was interested in the prizes as much as being excluded. I say this from a non - American perspective because as a general rule we (U.S.) are included in everything and other countries routinely miss out on things (talking generally, not specific to the forum). We don't see it because we rarely get excluded from anything and tend to take things for granted (like something as simple as being able to buy a V1)

I still think it's a great idea to get the conversation sped up a little and also shows a sense of giving back to the community (which is already done with all that RALETEC does).
Three members will have a xmas bonus, which is cool, congrats to them in advance!

[Yellowcab]

I am not one who likes to edit or delete members posts unless they contain information that is not appropriate for public areas, contain misinformation or treat another member of this forum without respect.

I would like all members of the forum to move forward and not keep harping on the difference of opinions expressed earlier and yesterday. I feel all of the parties involved have a better understanding of the issues and accept that we are doing the best we can. The exclusion of non-US residents was a legal and contractional issue, not one of lack of respect, appreciation or exclusion. I and the forum staff apologize to all who felt slighted. I consider the issue to be resolved. I thank Dinkydi and T-man for voicing their opinions and concerns. The forum staff highly values your participation, knowledge and the members who you represented in your posts. I don't want them or any member of this forum to hold back their opinions or feeling about any topic.

There will never be a party line that all members of the forum must adhere to. Respective disagreement and discussion are always welcome

This thread will remain open for discussion about the promotion and only about the promotion. Good luck to all of our members!

[lugnuts]

sweet I need an ALP to replace the LIs

[RedRocket]

Eg:
Brd is as fair minded & as honest as they come.I've kept this on the DL till now.When he sponsored a similar give-a-way contest last year I tried/wanted to opt-out (privately) & requested so, but he wouldn't accept my name withdrawal.I even insisted on it in a 2nd demand & still he refused me.There is no doubt in my mind that the criteria for this one are for the best interest of the Forum & its members.I have no problem w/ the contest & even happier than last year b/c I don't have to argue w/ him,again.