Do people honestly give a sincere opinions here?

[classicarts]

I have just join this forum few days ago.     For the most part, I do enjoy coming in here and browse through what people are saying.  Some seem to be sincere with their opinions, some just want to sell their piano, and some just don't seem to care what they say on here.  From my personal opinion, I do find some people don't tell the whole truth.  What's your experience in here? Share with us what you have experienced in these type of forum.     Are they negative, positive, or are they just plain *** rude, and don't really know what they are talking about.  

[gfiore]

 It's a mixed bag here. Many posters are sincere and knowledgable, and sometimes there seems to be a lot of teenagers giving advice based on limited experience, which at times is incorrect information wise.

[Axtremus]

For the most part, I do enjoy coming in here and browse through what people are saying. Some seem to be sincere with their opinions, some just want to sell their piano, and some just don't seem to care what they say on here. From my personal opinion, I do find some people don't tell the whole truth.

I agree with the quoted statements above.

[alzado]

Here are a few comments, for what they are worth.  I am talking about this entire forum, and not just the "Instruments" section -----------

1.  Some people take themselves too seriously.

2.  When people are being insincere, it is often readily apparent.  For instance, they may use humor when they feel a thread is somewhat silly.

3.  The youthful beginners may not supply great ANSWERS, but they often pose very interesting QUESTIONS.

And "sincere" is not enough by itself.  The person must have enough in common with you that some communication will take place.  And, obviously, some people are sincere but just plain mistaken.

I personally feel I have learned very much reading and posting on this forum.