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  1. Nadine
    Our home game ticket drawing for the 2014 season is live! We'll be giving away two tickets to every Colts home game.
    Now open for entries: Giants @ Colts preseason game on August 16. Click here to enter.
    Also, we've got some limited edition player posters and schedules to give away so, we've opened one drawing for any Colts swag we've got to give away this year.
    One entry is all you need and you'll be entered into every drawing we have for posters and stuff like that this season.
    To enter that drawing: Click here: http://forums.colts.com/page/Contests/2014%20Posters/main.html
    First drawings for both tickets and posters is this coming monday August 4 Good luck to everyone.and Go Colts!
    As always, membership has it's privileges so you must be a forum member to enter our forum drawings. Registration is free, click here to join the wonderful ColtStrong forums!

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  2. Nadine
    We are modifying our moderation rules for game time, in response to your feedback.
    We will NOT be creating the post game threads. Posters can create post game threads......but please, clearly title them and do not create duplicate topics.
    We WILL continue to lock game time discussions that are created or are occurring anywhere but in the game day thread.
    If you are not familiar with our game day forum, it is here: http://forums.colts.com/forum/14-colts-game-day/
    Moderators create and lock game day threads (at game start and end) in the game day forum. While the thread is live you can reach the most current page of the thread by clicking the Game Day link in the main menu.
    Please help keep the site organized and do NOT create duplicate game time discussions. If you do, they will be locked.
    Hopefully this process will work for everyone. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
  4. Nadine
    Sometimes people get frustrated with each other here and sometimes people will call each other trolls.
    A troll is someone who is here only to cause frustration and to provoke an emotional response.
    But, just because you get emotional, does not mean that they are a troll.
    Football fans are passionate and sometimes not very nice. But just because they might make you frustrated or angry does not mean that they are not also a fan.
    I came across an interesting blog about this today: http://www.blogworld...t-surprise-you/
    That made an important point
    So, that person that frustrates you might be a troll but, maybe not. Maybe they are something worse.
    In any event, it's best to stay away from those posters who provoke you
  5. Nadine
    Now open! Enter to win 2 tickets to Eagles @ Colts 9/15/14 @ 8:30 PM EDT. You must be a forum member to enter. Membership is free, click here to enter
    Click here to enter the drawing for Eagle @ Colts Tickets
    We'll have another drawing for player posters next week. If you have not entered the poster drawing yet, Click here to enter the poster drawing.
    Congratulations to this weeks winners!
    Saints @ Colts Tickets: Cindy Fender
    Player Posters: FL colt fan
  6. Nadine
    We're giving away two tickets to every home game this season! You must be a member to enter, click here to join.
    Now Open!
    Home Opener! Week 2 Vikings@Colts Sun, 09/16 at 1:00 PM EDT Click Here to Enter!
    Congrats to our winner for the Bengals tix: pzman04!
  7. Nadine

    How To Blog

    By Nadine,

    Blogging here is easy. First you must
    create a blog
    personalize it with your own title and description
    Choose your settings
    Once your blog is created you can post at any time by going to the blogs page and clicking the Add Entry link
    The process is pretty self explanatory. Here's an album with pictures of the process
    If you have any questions please shoot me a message or post your question to the Misc Discussions forum.

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  8. Nadine
    From time to time, you need to clear your browser cache. This happens here on the forums as well as on other sites such as facebook.
    In fact, if you notice a site not working the way that it should, chances are the issue is on your end (your browser cache) and in order to get the site working for you again, you need to clear your browser cache.
    How you do that varies a bit, depending on which browser you use. I've created videos on home to clear browser cache for 4 common browsers.
    Google Chrome

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    FireFox

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  9. Nadine
    It's easy to insert You Tube Video
    All you have to do is paste the youtube url into your post. To see how it will look (either in blogs or in the forum) click the preview post link.
    You can insert the following video types in the same way
    YouTube
    Google Video
    MySpace Video
    GameTrailers
    YouTu.be
    Flickr Image Set
    MP3
    Flash Movie/Game
    YouTube
    Vimeo
    If there is a type of video that you would like to be able to use here, we may be able to add it. Let me know if you have a suggestion.
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  10. Nadine
    Enter to win two tickets to the Wildcard game Bengals @ Colts this weekend!
    http://forums.colts.com/page/Contests/2014HomeTickets/bengals_wild_card.html
    Remember, you must be logged in or else you will not be able to see the drawing page. Registration is free.
    The seats are located at: section 619, Row 4, Seats 3 & 4.
    Swag drawing is still open! We have several of these to give away!

    Enter that drawing here! http://forums.colts.com/page/Contests/2014%20Posters/main.html
  11. Nadine

    Indy's Superbowl

    By Nadine,

    On friday afternoon, my girls and I headed downtown to check out the free stuff in Indy's Superbowl village.
    We took the shuttle in from the old airport to save us having to park downtown. It only cost $2 each. On our way in, it took quite a while to navigate to the court house which is where we parked. So, we were quite glad we were not driving. They've got quite a few streets blocked off for the village and traffic is slow!
    I felt so pleased for and proud of the City. Everything looked so festive with giant Super Bowl graphics everywhere. And it was just so cool to see so many Colts fans, wearing their Colts stuff EVERYWHERE. This was clearly a party for our city.
    I did see a few Pat fans and even fewer giants fans. There were in the minority. Perhaps they were in restaurants and bars.......I don't know. But us Colts fans owned the streets for sure.
    By far the most fun place in the Village was the Zipline. You could stand directly under it while brave souls when zipping over head, many of them UPSIDE DOWN. They were yelling and so was the crowd below. Very fun.
    The zipline was right in front of the convention center which is where the NFL experience is. Also there were other games and the super cars.
    We did get to the stadium but it was mostly blocked off...and we got questioned by security as we went around the barricade.
    He said "Can I help you?"
    We said "We want to see the stadium"
    He said "OK"
    weird
    We went into the proshop and it was full of superbowl gear. The hats and regular mens tshirts were the usual price. But the women's stuff was outrageously expensive. $100 for a tank top.
    If you want something to remember Indy's Superbowl, there is some stuff that doesn't have Pat or Giants logos on it. Check out the local stores. We saw tshirts at the grocery store that were $15 less than they were at the proshop.
    Lastly, we headed down to the music stages. By this time it was dark (but still warm). We had thought that we might catch Fitz and the Tantrums.
    But the crowd was really getting seriously large at that point and the stage area was packed. We managed to get almost all the way down to where the 2nd stage was but, it was packed and I mean packed.
    I started to get more than a little claustrophobic. So did my girls. We decided to bag it and head home instead of staying.
    I did see people with small children (even baby carriages) in this crowd. In fact I almost fell over one. I would not recommend bringing your children and babies into this area. The crowd was well behaved, it was just too dense.
    We just could not believe how warm the weather was. I mean it was like 50 degrees and no rain or snow. Very unusual for February. I hear it's a phenomenon called the 'Arctic Oscillation'
    Very convenient for it to happen this year, for sure.
    All in all, we were glad we went, glad we wore our walking shoes because we circled everything twice I think. Indy did the city and the state so proud.
    We may not be in this Super Bowl but, for me, it will always be INDY'S SUPERBOWL!
  12. Nadine
    Intentionally misleading or joke threads are not popular here and we do not allow them.
    You may think it's funny to get people to click through to your topic in this way but, most of our site members do not find this funny.
    Similarly......unsubstantiated rumors (without links or reference to any reliable source) are not allowed here.
    For those of you who may be unaware, here is the rule
    17. No Joke/Rumor/Intentionally misleading threads: If you create a thread with an intentionally misleading topic, for example regarding breaking news or any other topic designed to draw in site members with knowingly misleading information, the topic will be removed. It's not funny so, please do not do this.
    More guidelines on posting here:
    Board Rules here:
  16. Nadine

    Kick Off Poster Winners!

    By Nadine,

    Thanks to everyone who posted a message to the team for the Home Opener.
    The following were randomly selected to receive a Kick Off Poster
    If you are on this list, message me your address and I'll get the poster to you!
    ColtsFTW
    SilentHill
    TKnight85
    Michael Coriell
    Skrilla Steve
    COLTS FANS ARE LUCK
    Colt Fan 4 Life
    ManningToCollie
    Big Frank Colts4Life
    Broncolt
  17. Nadine
    <p>Kick-Off Posters to 10 people who post a message to the Team!</p>
    <p><strong>Let's Kick this New Era off!</strong>
    </p>
    <p>Fire up the Monster for our Home Opener.
    </p>
    <p><a href="http://www.colts.com/news/article-1/COLTS-VIKINGS-PREVIEW/33368a96-6cf6-4995-9a3a-154b1936d0e5">Post your message to the team here by kickoff.</a>
    </p>
    <p>Everybody posting their message to the <a href="http://www.colts.com/news/article-1/COLTS-VIKINGS-PREVIEW/33368a96-6cf6-4995-9a3a-154b1936d0e5">Colts-Vikings Preview</a>
    </p>
    <p>will be entered into a random drawing to win one of 10 Kick Off Posters.</br>
    </p>
    <p>You must be a member to post, <a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?app=core&module=global&section=register">click here to join</a></p>
    <p><strong>The drawing for two tickets to the Packers Game</strong> is still open, <a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/page/Contests/2012HomeTickets/home_game_tickets.html">while you're here be sure to enter!</a></p>
    <p><strong>Upload a photo to the Coltstrong gallery</strong> <a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/page/Contests/coltstrongphoto.html">for a chance at some more Colts stuff!</a></p>
  18. Nadine
    Members, please check out our new Contests & Prize Drawings Forum. That's where we'll be posting our Contests for forum members.
     
    You must be logged in to enter the contests. Joining the forum is free.
     
    2 Drawings are now open
    Win 2 Tickets to Bears at Colts, August 22, 7:30 PM EDT, Lucas Oil Stadium
     
    2015 Colts 'Swag Closet' Drawing
     
    We'll have a drawing for tickets to every home game this season. So, be sure to watch for each one. The Swag Closet drawing will remain open all season. You only need to enter this drawing once and you are entered into every drawing we have this season. Right now we're giving away schedule posters.
     
     

  19. Nadine
    Post your message to the team here: http://www.colts.com/news/article-1/COLTS-RAVENS-TO-MEET-SUNDAY/16edbe4e-0fe3-4028-b59c-283bb49c3697
    before the Wild Card game kickoff and enter to win one of these playoff posters!
    Come on Colts fans, let's pump up the Coltstrong!
  20. Nadine

    Lots of Winners!

    By Nadine,

    <p>Congrats to the Colts on the W over Browns and to several fans who won here on the forums!</p></br><p>2 Tickets to Dolphins at Colts: <a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/10511-hscaggs/">hscaggs</a>. </p></br></br></br></br></br><p><strong>Breast Cancer Awareness Poster</strong></p><ul>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/9815-law1969/">law1969</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/8427-im-coltsstrong/">iM COLTSSTRONG</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/10570-mamahughey/">MamaHughey</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/77-dmuirfan/">DMuirfan</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/7623-tknight85/">TKnight85</a></li></ul></br><p><strong>ChuckStrong Poster</strong></p><ul>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/8427-im-coltsstrong/">iM COLTSSTRONG</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/92-21issuperman/">21isSuperman</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/516-jlynrn/">JlynRN</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/8612-chadedward/">chadedward</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/7623-tknight85/">TKnight85</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/84-manningtocollie/">ManningToCollie</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/2029-coltsfanmilyman/">coltsfanmilyman</a></li>  <li><a href="http://forums.colts.com/index.php?/user/7431-corgi/">corgi</a></li></ul><p>Poster winners, I'll send you a message requesting your address. Please reply to that with your name and address so I can ship to you.</p>
  21. Nadine
    I am a Dr. Suess fan and can recite many of his stories word for word. And sometimes, on these boards, the story of the Zax comes to mind.
    In "The Zax", a north-going Zax and a south-going Zax meet face to face. Because they stubbornly refuse to move east, west, or any direction except their respective headings around each other, the two Zax become stuck. The Zax stand so long that eventually a highway overpass is built around them, and the story ends with the Zax still standing there "unbudged in their tracks." (from wikipedia)
    In the past, the Brady v Manning debate was the most 'Zax-like'. But the new circular argument here is that of Manning v Luck.
    It is a pointless and endless and circular argument that at times gets ugly. And some people seem determined that they shall win it. And in doing so, at times resort to 'name calling" and obsessed with arguing with people on the other side.
    Now these names may not be bad, however our experience is that once people start using a 'name', offense is taken and the fight escalates.
    So, please do not stereotype or categorize fans here. It tends to inflame arguments and that is the reason we don't allow it.
    Don't be a Zax!
  22. Nadine
    Congratulations to the winner of the Caption This Contest! matgrif won the Andrew Luck autographed hat for this caption:
    "I didn't know Pro Football required TPS Reports"
    There were lots and lots of great captions. The following were in the final cut and win either a Colts Community Calendar or an Andrew Luck draft poster. (first come first serve). I will message the winners individually and ask for shipping name and address.
    Runners-up
    Name Caption Dan When they said they hoped I'd draw more season ticket holders, I didn't think they meant like this. Mona Miller Dear Colts Fans, Do you like me? Yes:______ or No:_____ : ) Andrew ColtsUrUs Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours! John Campbell How to build a monster: by Andrew Luck. Chapter One: Draft me. pappy_t Good thing I have a photographic memory. Someone erased all my plays! This time, I'll use ink. Brandon Kicmal Note to self:
    Rookies have to write there own name in the record books. Good thing my hands are COLTSTRONG!
    Mustang82 Hello, It's day 12...They are still keeping me chained to this table. I asked why they were doing it and they said that for now the "monster" has to be contained. There is little to do here in this room and it's even worse with it not having windows, wait! I think I hear them coming...(Shhh) I've got to go. Will wright you soon... Andrew Indyswagger Dear NFL defenses. I am sorry for what I am about to do to you. I thought it only fair to warn you. Yours truly, Andy P.S. You can call me Mr. Luck colts 101 An architectural degree from Stanford and I choose a job where I have to work on Sundays. Hmmm. Winners will be notified via personal message here on the Colts Forum. Winners are responsible for replying to the message with their name, address, and phone number so that their prize can be shipped to them.
    Reminders:
    The drawing for 2 tickets to Jaguars @ Colts is open.
    Show us what COLTSTRONG looks like! Post to the We Are Coltstrong Gallery
  23. Nadine
    Congrats to today's winners!
    Virtuoso80 won the Texans @ Colts tickets! This was our last drawing for the regular season. Fingers crossed for playoffs!
    krazydall won the swag drawing! Mystery prize to be sent! the drawing is still open. Enter once for the season and you are automatically entered in every swag drawing this season!
    Remember, you must be logged in or else you will not be able to see the drawing page. Registration is free.
  24. Nadine
    Colts Fans are an important part of Colts.com, so we've made some changes to reflect that.
    Effective today, logging in to the forums and logging in to colts.com are one in the same
    In other words, in order to comment on articles on colts.com, you must be a member of our forums and also agree to our code of conduct.
    The very cool thing about this is, that colts.com articles appear here in a new forum called Colts.com News.
    If you post a comment to an article on colts.com, that post will appear both beneath that article and also here on the forums in the Colts.com News forum along with your profile Picture and a link to your profile page.
    Also, as part of our tighter integration with colts.com, we have a new look. Our site layout and colors now mirror what you see on the article pages (for example here: http://www.colts.com...18-55caf884ecd0 )
    FURTHERMORE: Our members posts appear on colts.com in another couple of different ways
    Recently active threads appear on the home page.
    Recent Blog Posts are featured on the articles pages (for example here: http://www.colts.com...18-55caf884ecd0

    As always you can join or log in with your facebook or twitter accounts as well.
    Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.
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