A third grade of membership?

[Channel Ribs]

There is probably no demand for it, but just thought I would throw it out there...

I have in the past been a trade member but found that it can be perceived as a sign that a member is not necessarily on here to contribute first and foremost.

For me I am here for the banter, the horizon broadening experience sharing and some excellent insight into that world that is RIBs. If I can help find the right bit of kit for a fellow member then great, if they choose to buy it from me then even better but the latter is the 3rd priority.

So, my question to the panel is: Is there room for a third grade of membership?

Perhaps a smidge more expensive than Trade,
Perhaps with join date or postings criteria,
Perhaps having to be nominated.

[Erin]

I nominate Malthouse to be our first new elite member and to pay more than the rest of us for the privilege

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by Erin

I nominate Malthouse to be our first new elite member and to pay more than the rest of us for the privilege

Surely nominated elite members, premier perhaps, should be paid for by whip round?

I think I suggested this a year ago when my subs came up.

[John Kennett]

There used to be several levels of paid membership, but I decided a while ago to make things simpler.

I am always open to suggestions though (especially when accompanied by a cash incentive) and will be very happy to create a special vanity category of your choosing. How much more than a Trade Membership would you like to pay? What title would you like?

[Bigmuz7]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

There used to be several levels of paid membership, but I decided a while ago to make things simpler.

I am always open to suggestions though (especially when accompanied by a cash incentive) and will be very happy to create a special vanity category of your choosing. How much more than a Trade Membership would you like to pay? What title would you like?

Cash for titles .. hasnt some bunch already done that ?

[willk]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

How much more than a Trade Membership would you like to pay? What title would you like?

Hmmmm....

How much for "Redbay Supporter", Boss?

[willk]

Originally Posted by malthouse

For me I am here for the banter, the horizon broadening experience sharing and some excellent insight into that world that is RIBs. If I can help find the right bit of kit for a fellow member then great, if they choose to buy it from me then even better but the latter is the 3rd priority.

Oh I'm sorry - did I ruffle your conscience earlier?

[wiLlfish]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

What title would you like?

ekspyred trayd membir?

wiLf

[John Kennett]

Originally Posted by willk

How much for "Redbay Supporter", Boss?

It would be cheaper for Tom to just buy you a Trade Membership!

[willk]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

It would be cheaper for Tom to just buy you a Trade Membership!

Them's harsh words, Boss.