The mods are mods for a reason bro, cause they know their shit. While ever mod night not know everything, they all know a lot of things. My problem with books are that they are mostly based on clinical studies where non-realistic doseages are used on people who are already in a weakened state, or even worse, on rats. I'd rather know what something is going to do to a big healthy guy like myself than on a rat. Don't get me wrong, books are good, but don't believe everything you read either. Anyone can write a book, but it takes a special kind of person to build a great physique and then be able to share with others how to do it. There are some books that can really get you in trouble. If you don't believe me then try a few of the suggested cycles out of "The Stack". You might end up like it's author (Paul Borresson)if you do...dead. This board is more about real-time input. If you're making fina and aren't sure about one of the steps, are you going to go to books-a-million and buy a "Fina for Dummies" book. No, because they don't have one. You'll get on this site and ask, unless you're a dumbass (and if that is so, then pick up a books-a-million discount card, it'll save you 10% on your future purchases of "Why Do I Look Like Shit for Dummies" and "Why Am I Such A Weak Pussy for Dummies").