a company does have a right to wait to release a product, especially if it will make it even better before releasing. Think a little more open minded
Oh, that part I get. I think that it is absolutely pertinent that a company release the best possible product they have the ability to. It not only leads to satisfied consumers, but is strengthens the brand's image considerably.
However, when each product a company attempts to release is pushed back (no matter how slight) it negatively affects that company's brand.
I don't think there is a problem whatsoever with taking your time on a product. It simply causes problems when you flippantly mention a possible release date and then pretend it didn't happen.
And in terms of the comments here about me hating Salient specifically, that's not true -- at least in its entirety. I dislike the fanboy-esque nature with which these threads are being conducted. No one is allowed to be critical or to have a question. Discussion is effectively disallowed by your quick, apparently all-knowing responses. If you would let your client base have a critical discussion, you would learn much about what they want and have information that cannot be under-valued. You will learn just as much, if not more, from those who do not like your current product as you will from your friends and closest supporters.
This is supposed to be a place where we can all come and discuss disc golf -- that includes our frustrations, negative opinions and things that don't necessarily sit well with you. That doesn't mean they should get labeled as "hate" or get squashed just because you don't agree with them.
The shoes were mentioned to be released late summer or early fall. That time has come and is now gone. The show release didn't happen. The disc was late. I'm simply commenting with what I'm observing. I understand that it might be frustrating, but remember this: I am a consumer. I am a possible customer. If you run around and treat your customer base poorly based on the fact they have negative feedback about your brand, it's only a matter of time before they will no longer consider your product viable.
And on the off-chance you're not actually connected with the company in any official capacity, this might be the time where Kilgus realizes the impact that your constant comments and "answers" will have on his brand.
