I think it fair to say there has been no falling-out here.... Everyone seems quite civilised. Disagreement, perhaps.
Possibly the problem is that what has been presented appears to be in substance another closed forum, duplicating what can be found on others, whilst not providing any other substantive benefits, either to the individual or the hobby. I may have misinterpreted, but I can only find the one page to read.
PR wise, it might help if people could see inside the forum, but need to join in order to contribute, perhaps? On other forum individuals have been posting repeatedly how marvellous and how refreshing the new forum is ad nauseam like a recruiting poster, which perhaps didnt help my perceptions.
I need societies to be Useful as well as pleasant, and nowadays that means providing something I cannot get elsewhere, more conveniently or cheaper..... or something. Also, if I find a nice way of doing something, I would like as many people as possible to get the benefit, rather than a chosen few - but that of course is a personal choice.
Please understand I absolutely do not wish to upset or offend anyone - indeed, I applaud any effort to improve anything - I am attempting to be constructive, and simply offering my perspective.
Mods, feel free to take me down.....