It's though in here sometimes....
I think you just need to know how to participate properly. Everyone has their role,persona,alias and some are even being themselves.
I quite enjoy the discussions, debates and overall interaction I have here.
I've been bashed, praised and trolled in here....but it's all part of what comes with being in here.
People are going to do whatever they want to do.... Regardless of what others feel or think. I just try to let everyone be who they are
I find it much easier to participate that way...
I only reply to things that pique my interest.. I may have an opinion about, stand up for myself or something I believe in or maybe even disagree agree with.
The ladies only area is a huge help business wise but not so much gossip and outright bashing of our Hobbyist here.
Just my .02 FWIW