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Posted by: OffRder15
I might just be another ignorant jack*ss but... I like to blow stuff up.
Posted by: garyc660R
Ben, we scare the animals before we eat them.....makes the meat more tender. Good luck with the boozing thing.
Posted by: 54warrior
I think I found Ben's picture:
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Greenhouse effect? A conspiracy if you ask me. Same thing goes for the whole Global Warming issue. Global warming/cooling has occurred for thousands of years. It's a cycle.
Poor Animals? There are new ones born each day, get over it. I sure had fun as a kid shooting kittens in the barn. Even more fun was dropping them from the top of the mile and seeing if they'd land on all fours!!!!
South Africa? Is that a country??
Hybrid Vehicles? Waste of time and money on the US' behalf. We have stricter air standards than probably 95% of the world, the extremely miniscule amount of change resulting from driving a hybrid has no effect whatsoever on the air quality when the rest of the world(Japan/China mostly) are pumping pollution into the sky at rates beyond belief. I'm sure you South African's are measuring the pollution from your factories, banning 2-stroke engines, and everyone is driving a hybrid right?
Fireworks? Light em up. Light some more. The bigger the better. Here let me try!! AMERICAN TRADITION-if you don't like it, well tough $hit. Life goes on.
Posted by: Raptoryfn660r
Wasn't it the an Asian culture that started the whole mess.
Posted by: Scootergptx
Where I live, we celebrate the 4th of July, proudly.
Posted by: Scootergptx
Keep the fireworks, ban the matches!
Posted by: Scooter86
No, No, No, No, benjaminjones is right. We should all just go back to shooting our guns in the air to celebrate, like the good ole wild west days. Works for a lot of other countries, why not the US too. Dude, sorry about your anti-american feelings, but I don't think your rant will ever go over well with the general off road crowd here, lol.
Posted by: Scooter86
Actually, more people are hurt or killed here by drunken driving on any one given day than fireworks. I can't quote any hard numbers, but you might read locally of one or two fireworks injuries around Independance day. The rest of the year is much more sporadic than even that. Why not come out against drinking and driving? If we all stopped drinking, there would be even less environmental impact than the fireworks we use to boot. As far as the animals are concerned, fireworks aren't as loud as or as numerous as thunderstorms. Of course some domesticated animals are afraid, but most wild animals aren't flipping out over a T-storm.
benjaminjones, thanks for voicing your concerns. I guess I really don't see how our holidays and traditions have any effect on your country. I think you should reread your second post, you obviously have some anger/resentment issues. Maybe you could take your own advice on the anger management? Oh, and I think your leaping Great Whites rule! I love that footage on Animal Planet and Discovery Channel!
Posted by: enFORCER
Hey benjaminjones, shouldn't you be complaining to Taiwan's government? They seem to be the one's setting off all the FireCrackers!!!
Posted by: wannabeakid
Go back to your PETA meeting. This joker is just trying to get something started. If it gets too crazy, I'll make a bottle rocket that will launch the neighbors cat to South Africa so he can take care of it. And as far as supposed greenhouse gases...I'm guessing you have never driven anywhere unless it was absolutely necessary and the shortest distance. My bad. I meant to speak of littering by riding your crooked tire bike and leaving fake rubber on the road. Oops, I don't think the rubber will rub off in sand. Mmm, using too much soap while bathing in the creek? Probably don't bathe. Actually you don't have to. My feline carrying rocket will clear the stink right off of you.
PS. No slang and all words spelled correctly
Posted by: DeeDawg
ben - Your postings clearly show you are ignorant and anti-American. You claim that you wish to discuss this issue, yet at the same time say "If you're not offended by this posting, the message was not intended for you". Yeah, that will encourage open discussion.
Your comment "Do something good for once" clearly shows that you believe Americans don't do any good in the world. Funny how you would choose a media (the internet) that was designed, built, and owned by Americans to attack us.
By the way, I'll be flying into Jo-berg in late August. I'll be happy to let you buy me a beer and apologize to me for being a jackass.
Posted by: DeeDawg
Originally posted by jkane13: I buy 4 pallets stacked 6 feet high of fireworks per year.
Now there is a man that loves his fireworks!!!!!
Here in SoCal we are treated to some very impressive shows every year. If you have a boat and can get out on the water, you can see several shows all at once!!!! A couple years ago we where off of Dana Point, and could see seven different shows all at the same time.
Posted by: DeeDawg
Sadly, I have to agree that there are plenty of idiots out there that will cause some problems. This is true with anything - ATV's, sport cars, boats, firearms, etc, etc...
Posted by: DeeDawg
I don't think benny-boy has the integrity to come back on here and defend his views.
Posted by: DeeDawg
Originally posted by 800TwinEFI: Thank you for your service to our country Deedawg. You have my sincere appreciation.
Thank you, I very much appreciate your support.
Posted by: ajd187
I say light off fireworks by sticking them in dogs' ears.
You would think that you'd have more important things to worry about in South Africa than fireworks.
Posted by: way2fst
fireworks are illegal in IL ....
Posted by: pimpt250r
when i worked for Wolf Gang Puck in downtown disney every night at 12 o'clock on the dot they lit the sh!ts off for a half hr every night ,and on celebration nights (like the 4th and new years ) were like an hour to an hr and a half
awesome,awesome,not another thing like it,
dumb a$$ african probably dont even ride
Posted by: Motorsports
DO NOT BAN FIREWORKS!!!!!!!!
IMO if you do not like fireworks, then do not buy any and leave more for me!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,
Motorsports
Posted by: squeege
Most fireworks are illegal here in PA, but I know from experience they won't push the law unless you are being a jackass .....ME LIKE FIREWORKS And I don't care who's lighting them off....did I mention we have our own manufacturer in Pittsburgh ? The zambelli's img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
Too muck piss and vinegar in here for me..............
Posted by: ATVrider89
Dude, I don't care where they came from but lightin' them off is still blast especially on the 4th of july or new years (competeing with the neightbors) as stupid or ignorant is you mite think its still fun. So just shut up, and have some fun you don't know what your missing.
Posted by: xFreebirdx
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Originally posted by: Raptoryfn660r
Wasn't it the an Asian culture that started the whole mess.
Time to change the name to: ATV..The Liberal Connection.LOL
Posted by: atomlinson
This country has used fireworks to celebrate many different occasions for hundreds of years. I don't know of all your country's problems, benjamin, but here we have bigger problems to worry about, and if fireworks can bring a smile on someone's face, then I say "LIGHT 'EM!"
Posted by: 800TwinEFI
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Originally posted by: benjaminjones
Just as I thought.
Replies from people who can't spell, says something of I.Q...Or is that ID? Intelligence Defeciency.
Anyway, here where I live, there is no tie to your July 4th celebration. Why should we be subjected to your traditions?
Bad enough that we have to be subjected to your $ as benchmark for currency exchange.
Yet, when you guy's have a "recession" (political or otherwise), our currency also drops.
Maybe arrogant energy should be turned into positive energy.
Just ask, I've a few to help you...
Anger management is a good start...
Merry X-Mas.
Benjamin.
While I hate fireworks myself, I find it ironic that you speak of people who can't spell and you yourself can't spell deficiency. Do us all a favor. Don't resort to petty things like spelling in a attempt to prove your point.
Posted by: 800TwinEFI
Sadly, I seem to find lots of jackasses. No offense. But I do. I live in the forest and in July it can get quite dry. Dry enough that anybody with even a brain the size of a peanut can determine lighting off fireworks out in the woods isn't real bright. But some idiot always does it. Now, if it were not for that, I would not remotely care about them. I just don't want some fool to burn my house down.
And in regards to the piss and vinegar (amazing how popular that saying has become, which I am fond of myself) you are right. I'm not sure what my problem is, but I seem to have a ample supply of both. I best retire for the evening.
Posted by: 800TwinEFI
Perhaps he was a victim of the genocide his nation is so famous for. Or perhaps the flagrant corruption. But hey...they are more worried about fireworks. You want to do something for humanity Benny? Feed some of your neighbors. You should be thanking the US. We have been feeding your country for years.
Thank you for your service to our country Deedawg. You have my sincere appreciation.
Posted by: godIlove2ride
ssshhhhh.......You're scaring the animals.
Posted by: godIlove2ride
South Africa. You know, the place where all of the oppressors live and take land from natives.
Posted by: benjaminjones
Hi there!
Tis the season to be jolly...
And to be stupid too...
What's your view on firecrackers?
I'm not talking planned pyro stuff,but this stuff bought over or under the counter.
I'm of the opinion,you wouldn't burn your cash,so why endanger the lives of pets,children,nature & yourself for pitiful "pleasure".
GROW UP!!!
What of the child labour used in manufacture thereof?Poor remuneration,safety,long hours...
Impact on environment?Greenhouse effect of burnt sulphur?Litter of spent crackers on beaches & forests.(fire hazards)
Everybody has this high moral view of owning a fuel efficient car,environmentally friendly processes and yet frighten the SHT out of the animals.
Does anyone know that a dog's hearing is at least ten times more acute than the average person?
Pull your finger from your nose,reply to this thread and get the word spread.
BAN
FIREWORKS!!!
GLOBALLY!!!
NOW!!!
Donate that money to animal welfare...Let's see if you got the gonads to help others.
The satisfaction you glean from helping others,will exceed the petty "pleasure".
Lastly,your children learn from you.What example do you set?
THINK CAREFULLY!!!!
PS :
If you're not offended by this posting,the message was not intended for you.
Peace out.
Benjamin.
South Africa.
Posted by: benjaminjones
Just as I thought.
Replies from people who can't spell, says something of I.Q...Or is that ID? Intelligence Defeciency.
Anyway, here where I live, there is no tie to your July 4th celebration. Why should we be subjected to your traditions?
Bad enough that we have to be subjected to your $ as benchmark for currency exchange.
Yet, when you guy's have a "recession" (political or otherwise), our currency also drops.
Maybe arrogant energy should be turned into positive energy.
Just ask, I've a few to help you...
Anger management is a good start...
Merry X-Mas.
Benjamin.
Posted by: benjaminjones
Hi...again...
I need to apologize profusely.
It was not my intention to be anti-American or show disregard for your culture or traditions.
My intention was to stimulate discussion regarding fireworks.
With new year's bashes being imminent, and all the foolishness being entertained, I thought it good for the discussion thereof.
Needless to say, there will always be a market for contraband and such if we in the world do not wake up.
It's more about looking after nature and natural resources for the generations hereafter.
Being conscientious of buying a frugal car instead of a huge gas-guzzler. Just think of how much less we will be dependant on the oil producing countries.
Not to mention lower environmental impact, recycling efficiency and saving cash to buy more toys.....
Chew on that for a start.
My plight regarding firecrackers is not being a kill-joy. Re-read my initial posting and you'll see my concern regarding nature, animals & such.
Do something good for once, you'll get it all back, exponentially.
Cheers!
Benjamin.
Posted by: ctateusa1
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Originally posted by: benjaminjones
Hi there!
Tis the season to be jolly...
And to be stupid too...
What's your view on firecrackers?
I'm not talking planned pyro stuff,but this stuff bought over or under the counter.
I'm of the opinion,you wouldn't burn your cash,so why endanger the lives of pets,children,nature & yourself for pitiful "pleasure".
GROW UP!!!
What of the child labour used in manufacture thereof?Poor remuneration,safety,long hours...
Impact on environment?Greenhouse effect of burnt sulphur?Litter of spent crackers on beaches & forests.(fire hazards)
Everybody has this high moral view of owning a fuel efficient car,environmentally friendly processes and yet frighten the SHT out of the animals.
Does anyone know that a dog's hearing is at least ten times more acute than the average person?
Pull your finger from your nose,reply to this thread and get the word spread.
BAN
FIREWORKS!!!
GLOBALLY!!!
NOW!!!
Donate that money to animal welfare...Let's see if you got the gonads to help others.
The satisfaction you glean from helping others,will exceed the petty "pleasure".
Lastly,your children learn from you.What example do you set?
THINK CAREFULLY!!!!
PS :
If you're not offended by this posting,the message was not intended for you.
Peace out.
Benjamin.
South Africa.
Wow this was a stupid one.
Dude stay in Africa, we dont say stuff you do there is stupid and wasteful. The fourwheelers that are run everyday around the world put more chemicals into the air.
Do you ride? If you do why dont you stop and save the earth from the emissions that your creating everytime you fire it up. I am sure that it puts more chemicals into the air every year than the fireworks that any one family shoots off on one day.
Get a life and go ride and quit worrying about it.
Posted by: ctateusa1
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Originally posted by: 800TwinEFI
Sadly, I seem to find lots of jackasses. No offense. But I do. I live in the forest and in July it can get quite dry. Dry enough that anybody with even a brain the size of a peanut can determine lighting off fireworks out in the woods isn't real bright. But some idiot always does it. Now, if it were not for that, I would not remotely care about them. I just don't want some fool to burn my house down.
And in regards to the piss and vinegar (amazing how popular that saying has become, which I am fond of myself) you are right. I'm not sure what my problem is, but I seem to have a ample supply of both. I best retire for the evening.
Being a fireman I can definetly agree with you, there are a lot of idiots out there that will catch something on fire with fireworks in the summer, but I have been to 10 grassfires this year already and I am sure that there will be several more before fireworks season even starts.
Posted by: jkane13
Thought this thread died a slow death long time ago!
I buy 4 pallets stacked 6 feet high of fireworks per year. Love lighting every one of them. Our whole family gets involved. Last few years, the neighbors even started showing up with food to share. I've had quite a few vehicles stop along the road during the shows. We do 3 shows over 3 nights.
So my answer to "FIREWORKS....what's YOUR view?", is "from underneath with a torch in my hand!"
