I think that there is plenty of room for 2 boards. Both Scott and Mark have their niche. I need them both in my desire to learn more about satellite TV.
As the owner of a 921, I depend heavily on Mark's site to keep me up-to-date on what is being fixed (or broken) with each software release. I can't tell you the number of times that I have wondered ... "Is that a problem MY 921, or is that a problem with ALL 921s?" I always find the answer over there.
On the other hand, Scott is the one who is best at digging out and posting the latest news and gossip. I depend on him to let me know what has happened, is happening, or may happen.
Again both of you guys are critical to keeping your members informed. Yes, Mark is more of an extension of E*, but he can teach me a lot more than the best of their tech support. Scott, you are more of the investigative reporter, feature writer, and Chairman of the Editorial Board. We need both of your talents!!
If I am at all critical, it is when I hear either one of you, or your staff, or your members boasting that "I got it first" or criticizing the other's approach or website. Candidly, it seems like a couple of kids fighting over toys in a sandbox. There are plenty of toys and sand for all. I suspect that both have lost more subscribers by ragging on the other, than you have gained by touting your strengths.
We need you both. Thanks for all that you do for all of us!
.....for what it's worth.