New Template

Glad to hear it! I hope it will do. As I was talking through the issue with the developer, we realized that having the text that clearly explains that there are "new posts" and exactly how many, is better than a blank icon that must be explained to new members to the forum as to what it means (I remember when I first started posting on forums that all the features were confusing and a tad overwhelming, it took forever figuring out how to post pictures, or how to click right through to the last post on a thread). This way it stands out, and tells everyone explicitly that there are new posts on that thread and saves explaining the confusing symbol.

It's actually supposed to be orange to maintain consistency matching the new Topic/Post icon color on the Forum Index (and be a reference to the Broncos too!). Did we not match it well enough, or do we need to get you a box of Crayons jf1? (j/k you know, love ya lots!)

Yes, yes I am!

NTM, I asked the developer about the extra space and it is how the template is designed. I know it takes some getting used to, and as a graphic designer I feel this itch to tighten up the kerning between lines and reduce that surrounding space too - I totally get how you feel. But, the old forums that were tighter were much more difficult to use on mobile devices (and that's the future - mobile surfing is growing, shows no signs of stopping, and we see that in our analytics as well).

We're very proud that we're leading the way with this new software, offering features that no other forum in this area provides, and providing functionality that our members' have requested. We always welcome feedback and suggestions because this site is here for you and we want you to enjoy participating here!