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One of my current employers has vented many times about the lack of honest reporting about yachts and equipement, etc. Everything published is a puff piece. There was a publication called "Powerboat Reports" which did an honest evaluation process, but they're now out of business. C.R. and Underwriters Labs can do it because they're huge. The is a major can of worms. I recently had a very bad experience with a vendor, and I'll keep my friends from making my mistake, but this vendor may have done right by others. If I were to publish my opinion I may be damaging someone who just did a bad job for me. Conversely, I've recommended people who've done good by me only to disappoint those I've referred to. Hate getting that call even though it's not my fault. We all have our reputations in our parts of the field and those who know us know what to ask us about. As tempting as it may sometimes be that should be kept between friends.
P.S.- How many times have you recommended your favorite restaurant only to find they were too busy 6 months later because word got out?