In reply to BobWP.

I had to read that twice to understand the first part... :) (Mind you, I'm full of flu so my compus mentus isn't 100%).

This is probably where the AB testing would be useful. Heat maps, or the ability to see who's scrolling straight to the comment box. Or, just ask your readers, if there's a regular community going.

Either way, gotta be better than the current set-up, that's for sure!