This forum is a positive example, even for a forum. (not meant in a negative way, of course)
Some may find it a bit too tightly run, but there's no obligation to join and participate, is there? I don't mind and am glad this place scticks to it's roots.
Some other (non modelling, as well) forums are actually little different from social media... I suppose the right to vent an opinion and the anonimity triggers something in some people. I've met my share of these in real life as well, I just shrug and move on...
When I put all season tyres on my camper van and am happy with them, I don't really need other people to yell I've got the wrong brand because they had one blown 25 years ago and respond to any and all threads regarding that brand venting that opinion. Thankfully none of that is happening here, as it gets tiresome after a while
Although I don't visit as often as I would like here, I still follow along when I can, and hopefully this winter there'll be some more time to work on my models!
Jeroen