100% better than the old format. However, they need an EDIT function where a poster can edit something that they themselves posted earlier.
You folks that do not like this new format probably 1. have never seen the old, unfriendly format or 2. have never been to other forums. This looks alot like an ezboard forum. Two examples are listed below to compare to this one:
http://p197.ezboard.com/bnordicg3kscommunity
www.auburnfootball.com
www.warrifles.com