Like mixing ketchup and vegetable oil, its always the filth that floats to the top.
For every idiot that took the effort to respond ignorantly, there were probably 7-10 people who took those suggestions with an open mind. Popular Mechanics is a popular, nationwide magazine. Out of hundreds of thousands of views, 30 idiots is a pretty good ratio...
Look at the forum statistics now. For every member blabbing away, over 7 are listening quietly and absorbing information. You never know who's watching...
You could also take the tabloid, celebrity perspective: any attention is good attention.
- LostCause