That's because, like NS said, they were the old timers that left and started up new sites that have more control and less bullshit. I've been around since the cool days of E2 and 2 thick battling it out, and good, knowledgable bros like Kodiak, Ranger, Jay and many others shared their knowledge. Most of the arguments back then were well articulated, supported, and very educational for all those reading.
In my opinion, the board needs to be more strict. If someone source posts...ban their ass. No warning. If someone discusses recreational drugs, give them a warning, then ban their ass. We are here to discuss a highly sensitive subject, which in itself warrants a strict atmosphere.
Needsize has touched on a very important point. Unfortunately, its been brought up several times before with ZERO results. The problem is, this important post will drown amongst the bullshit posts just like all the other good posts and be forgotten before anything can be done. In a couple days it will be below a hundred posts asking about the same damn redundant crap that fill the boards every day.
The mods should be given more authority and discretion to get rid of the crap around here. If people bitch about it, fuck 'em. Being that most discussions are on the use of controlled substances, the first amendment doesnt apply here.
Anyway, I hope this thread gets through NS, and I'll bump it when I can.