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Originally Posted by Jeff Higgins

I think the biggest difference I've noticed since returning is the change in the "social" atmosphere that I used to enjoy. It used to be pretty loud in there, between the clanking weights and just the general banter among patrons. The clanking is still there but, boy, almost no one talks to one another anymore outside of their workout partner (assuming they have one).

I think this social demographic has moved to smaller crossfit type gyms in the past few years. The dregs are left at the big gyms. I guess I am part of the dregs b/c I still go to/belong to a big gym. Depending on what time I go mine is full of high schoolers who definitely camp on equipment, but are quick to smile and hop off when I walk up and say "do you mind if I work in with you"?