Nothing against you personally...But,
I like to look before I buy. I (and this is just my opinion) detest, dislike, avoid and ignore forums that require membership just to look. Mainly, the reason they do so, is to create an exaggerated membership number. What could they possibly have to hide or benefit to be private? Again, my opinion. I have this attitude with all forums. I can quickly spot a turd forum by reading a few posts or by looking at the lame, ass kissing, fan boy advertising vendors they allow. I don't want to waste my time and give out a good email account out to a dud forum. Thus, is why I like to try before I join. i guess I am just an ass that way.