Mr Angry 1,561 Posted August 3, 2016 Ok, this is a bit of a generalisation but I''ve noticed a distinct difference in the approach of Happy Clappers and Nappy Crappers.Happy Clappers tend to be calmer and less abrasive, and more respectful of opposite views.Nappy Crappers tend to be angrier and more likely to ridicule opposite views.I lean more towards to the Happy Clappers side although I do have concerns that we are leaving it too late to sign the player that it has been obvious that we have needed ever since the season ended-i.e. another goal scorer.What do other people think about the Clapper/Crapper thing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CDMullins 436 Posted August 3, 2016 It reminds me why I avoided this forum for so long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chip20 69 Posted August 3, 2016 It''s just a reflection of the different personalities, perspectives and experiences you get in any community. We all have different things we get out of football. For some, the success and status of the club we support is more important in their lives than for others. I can''t say I had noticed the general patterns observed by the OP, but will look out for them in future. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,606 Posted August 3, 2016 Ahahaha. This is meant to be funny right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thecanaryfan 0 Posted August 3, 2016 The Happy Clappers don''t like to make a fuss and are generally a lot older, they go about their business with less concern on results and more concern about building their popularity on this website. The Nappy Crappers (good name btw) are the younger fold, more exuberant and more realistic. They want success at any cost and are prepared to use choice words at times to get it. There is a definite divide, though I personally find that both sets of supporters can be pretty shallow. The Happy Clappers with their constant impulse for sarcasm (the lowest form of wit), and the younger lot for their inability to let them just get on with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tired 102 Posted August 3, 2016 I don''t really belong to either camp but in my experience the happy clappers can be just as abusive and annoying as the pant-wetters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,673 Posted August 3, 2016 [quote user="Thecanaryfan"]The Happy Clappers don''t like to make a fuss and are generally a lot older, they go about their business with less concern on results and more concern about building their popularity on this website. The Nappy Crappers (good name btw) are the younger fold, more exuberant and more realistic. They want success at any cost and are prepared to use choice words at times to get it. There is a definite divide, though I personally find that both sets of supporters can be pretty shallow. The Happy Clappers with their constant impulse for sarcasm (the lowest form of wit), and the younger lot for their inability to let them just get on with it.[/quote]I''m 24, and I clap! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thecanaryfan 0 Posted August 3, 2016 [quote user="hogesar"][quote user="Thecanaryfan"]The Happy Clappers don''t like to make a fuss and are generally a lot older, they go about their business with less concern on results and more concern about building their popularity on this website. The Nappy Crappers (good name btw) are the younger fold, more exuberant and more realistic. They want success at any cost and are prepared to use choice words at times to get it. There is a definite divide, though I personally find that both sets of supporters can be pretty shallow. The Happy Clappers with their constant impulse for sarcasm (the lowest form of wit), and the younger lot for their inability to let them just get on with it.[/quote] I''m 24, and I clap![/quote] Then your ahead of your years young chap! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herman 9,765 Posted August 3, 2016 [quote user="Thecanaryfan"]The Happy Clappers don''t like to make a fuss and are generally a lot older, they go about their business with less concern on results and more concern about building their popularity on this website. The Nappy Crappers (good name btw) are the younger fold, more exuberant and more realistic. They want success at any cost and are prepared to use choice words at times to get it. There is a definite divide, though I personally find that both sets of supporters can be pretty shallow. The Happy Clappers with their constant impulse for sarcasm (the lowest form of wit), and the younger lot for their inability to let them just get on with it.[/quote]How on earth is that "more realistic"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hammond1612 92 Posted August 3, 2016 Pretty certain you just described any football forum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lessingham Canary 99 Posted August 3, 2016 Rather be a clapper than a crapper !!OTBC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted August 3, 2016 The moaning bast&rds are ''More realistic''?Are they fvck! 😂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buh 0 Posted August 3, 2016 I definitely err on the clapper side and I''ll admit I''ve been delusional at times. I just don''t see the sense in panicking or kicking off before it''s absolutely necessary. Maybe I just have very high standards of what a crisis is?I still remain very confident of a good season. There are plenty of decisions we need to take and take seriously but there are also mitigating circumstances.But ex balls is a t.wat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,334 Posted August 3, 2016 ''''The Happy Clappers with their constant impulse for sarcasm (the lowest form of wit)'''' ....Canary Fan.Have you not realised CF that the more mature Clappers have to adjust their wit to the level of those they are addressing...the Crappers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buh 0 Posted August 3, 2016 I just can''t help being sarcasm to the nappy brigade though. Some are genuinely concerned but some are just clinically insane! Every football club is the same though. From my experience the mix we have is pretty much par for the course.We have an aging population support wise but ive not seen any real correlation between age and negativity. An unrealistic 16 year old that thinks football is basically FIFA probably annoys me more than some old git who''s telling Neil Adams to "get orff thu fens buh!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SwindonCanary 455 Posted August 3, 2016 Pleased to say I''m a Happy Clapper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Apples 1,320 Posted August 3, 2016 There''s a quite a few salami slappers too.Apple Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,606 Posted August 3, 2016 I mean their both pretty stupid names and don''t exactly add to the debate.Some of the ''Happy Clapper'' types remind a bit of rabid Jeremy Corbyn fans- any dissent or questioning of the club and it''s owners is heresy and shows your not a real fan and if you ever criticise a players performance your accused of ''scapegoating.'' Any worries about transfers or squad depth is met with accusations of ''pant wetting'' and now ''nappy crapping.'' We also get nice long threads on the difference between ''supporter'' and ''follower'' which are always fun.On the other hand we have a number of posters who are so morose about everything that I find it amazing they manage to get out of bed in the morning. Nothing the club does is ever right and the abilities of other clubs is usually massively overhyped.In the middle lie most of this forum. I generally feel I sit in this camp and have been both positive and negative about different aspects of the club. I don''t think there are any particular characteristics in terms of age, background etc it is just more dependent on your general outlook on life. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
westcoastcanary 0 Posted August 3, 2016 What about the Unhappy Clappers and the Happy Crappers? You can''t hope to capture life''s diversity just with a crude dichotomy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rock The Boat 1,332 Posted August 3, 2016 I''m a Happy Crapper, though I did once have the clap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lappinitup 629 Posted August 3, 2016 [quote user="Buh"]An unrealistic 16 year old that thinks football is basically FIFA probably annoys me more than some old git who''s telling Neil Adams to "get orff thu fens buh!"[/quote]Why are ''gits'' always assumed to be old Buh? I feel sure there must be plenty ''young gits'' out there. [;)] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feedthewolf 4,846 Posted August 3, 2016 [quote user="westcoastcanary"]What about the Unhappy Clappers and the Happy Crappers? You can''t hope to capture life''s diversity just with a crude dichotomy.[/quote]Loving your work, Westie.I don''t think the problem is so much a polarity of opinions, but more a desire by some people at opposite ends of the dichotomy to lump everyone into one camp or another. Our views all fluctuate according to our club''s fortunes, but I try to remain optimistic otherwise what''s the point? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lappinitup 629 Posted August 4, 2016 It seems the binners love our Nappy Crappers.........http://www.twtd.co.uk/ipswich-town-news/29964/Not many quotes there from the Clappers. The comments under the article are funny too especially this one........"Fabulous Harry. Ive said for a long time scum are so bloody arrogant, they honestly believe they are some sort of massive club - all because the drunk has a substantiality increased balance figure in her bank account, a result of their perpetual PL failures. Yet for all their money, they cant attract or keep any player of true quality.McCormack being the most recent example. They think they will walk this seasons derby.......BRING IT ON, SCUM"[:D] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,606 Posted August 4, 2016 Noticed a few quotes of mine in there which makes me feel a bit dirty.I remember reading his notes last time around- he actually usually seems to give a pretty fair reflection of fans mood but when it comes to Norwich he can''t help painting it in a much more negative light than it really is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted August 4, 2016 I''m a Happy Crapper, regular as clockwork with no straining. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Angry 1,561 Posted August 4, 2016 I''m confused Lapps, I thought they were the Scum, not us 😉 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites