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Article #34Re: BackpackGearTest.org - Call for Gear Testers
From: Andrew Priest
Date: Mon, 02 Oct 2006 15:23
Date: Mon, 02 Oct 2006 15:23
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On Mon, 02 Oct 2006 22:15:23 +1000, David Morrison <davidmor@excite.com> wrote: >In article <d2fvh216m6bca1bbo3h7j25c2au2q6pt0b@4ax.com>, > >I have just given up trying to submit my first owner review. A >frustrating process with a lack of accurate documentation on what you >are supposed to do and little help available when you try to do what you >are asked to. David I can't comment on the specifics of this claim (re lack of help)as none are provided but at best I would find the claim surprising. There is a great group of VOLUNTEERS including mentors who jump over backwards to help people, so at best I am surprised by this comment if not offended on their behalf. Did you bother to ask for a mentor? Maybe you could contact me directly with the specifics to backup your comments so I may investigate further. As to the documentation, well there is a guides on How to Become a Tester plus full documentation again written in the blood and sweat of the volunteers, so again I confused by this comment. You need also to keep in mind David that BackpackGearTest.org is NOT some commercial organisation, it is just a bunch of VOLUNTEERS so sometimes people actually have lives etc and can't always jump instantly to help, so it helps for all concerned to have realistic expectations in terms "service." All that said sometimes our approach is not for some folks and some folks don't like the standards we set in terms of editing etc. It sounds like what we do is not for you and that happens. All the best with your walking etc. Cheers Andrew
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