Perhaps so, but the forum is comparatively of trashy posts, especially compared to other forums on related subjects, such as bluelight (which still has proven to be a good source in some regards).  I posted around the Nursery, added a few introductory notes about my experience with Spice and why I arrived at the Nexus (via a google search after a frightening experience), then made a post formally requesting to be a member.  The mods looked back at the posts I made and realized I was 'legit', so I was quickly awarded full membership.  I think the system works pretty well.