I've been a member of the BF women's forum for several years. I don't post too much, but I do read. I also peruse through a few of the other "male-dominated" forums over there. Yeah, it's true that some of the regulars (guys) can be a bit obnoxious at times. I avoid posting on topics where things get crazy and out-of-control...it's too easy to become a target or labeled as a troll over there. But I have found a lot of useful information on that forum, so it's not all "bad". 
Linda
2012 Seven Axiom SL - Specialized Ruby SL 155