What's the purpose of them? If you are not talking about an STD exam or something extremely personal why use them for everything? I could be whatever but at the end of the day, hiding behind a fake name I don't like nor do I comprehend.  

The main reason is not to expose their username.  So you can not see his review or her profile, can't PM him or her.  There are many reasons to use alias.  I like to use alias, save a lot of trouble.  It's a nice feature to use, so why not?  I see nothing wrong to use an alias.

it can be reported and your username will be exposed.

Because my user name stinks because I did not think about it too much when setting it up, and my alias in this case hopefully presents me in a better light.  Nothing wrong with my user name, I sometimes use an alias because I want women to see my profile and hope they think about a guy that will open doors for them and tell them they are pretty.

...the Message Board Policies. I've included the link below.

To protect guys from BSC providers,BUT some COWARDS use them frequently to flame other and just talk stupid shit.  

I don't buy it. I would rather you not say anything than hide behind an alias. I'm not scared of confrontation and I will always speak my mind. If you afraid of ridicule for what you really think than why not be a puppet and keep quiet in your little corner of the universe. I know I write things that people don't agree with but I don't give a damn what anyone thinks of me. My skin is thick. I have been called names told to seek professional help and one alias told me to jump off the GW Bridge. You might find this hard to believe but my name is Zak and my birthday is March 26. I'm not hiding. If you got something to say tell it to my face and stand behind what you write. You will earn my respect by being a man or a women not an alias.

so many women's expertly chopped cropped and propped website pix and ads
cost us way too many bucks  

is so that I can share stories about my experiences in the hobby and avoid the guessing game of which provider(s) I'm talking about. That's one of the 9 "official" reasons for using an alias, btw.  

...to the PM window. It doesn't reveal the handle. You can be assured the alias poster can read it as only VIP members can use an alias and being VIP members they have access to the PM system.

...can with your handle bad words included.

Yes and No,  
If it's done correctly I don't see the harm, but then again I don't know too many that post with an Alias and are civil. Maybe it's me. I understand the concept...don't get me wrong but some run with it

I honestly love your Alias Southern Gentlemen!

which of course is to act like a little cunt or an internet tough guy, but not let anyone know your real fake name while doing so. Most of my stalkers have been little cowards too scared to tell me what they think of me without cowering behind an alias.

Agreed
Most are scared they wont be seen or they will lose business due to their board persona. It seems odd to me in this world to hide but then again im still trying to get it right.

We are all using alias's... It's just that some have reviews tied to them...BFD.  

...I don't use an alias.

I doubt it.  I have VIP and it doesn't work for me.  I can't click the alias.

I was speaking in general terms not to you directly. Thanks for posting the 9 reasons. I understand why posting a handle different than your name is a good idea but on a message board talking about any issue or idea should be from the direct person.  

In short Roxanne, I could not agree more. I have not looked at any other comments other than your post and you are spot on. The folks that use them will justify their use and defend themselves. Personally I do not read any comments from either side if it is an alias.  

Gals and guys with twisted panties will most often find offense with alias users.  

My stance is very simple, let's see if you can follow me here......... Say what you need to say, no matter if it is good, bad, complimentary, hurtful, or anywhere in between. Just don't hide behind an alias to say it. If you have the guts to type it, have the guts to stand behind it. Period.

And I love your posts Roxanne

What is the sense in that?

That's why the powers that be long ago limited them to one.  At this point. I only use mine for my own amusement.

Unless you're using your real name, you are also using an alias. What difference does it make if it has a yellow envelope and reviews attached or not? You can PM and check reviews for both a handle (your main alias) and your secondary alias. This is an anonymous forum that no one should take personally IMO.  

Also, under a previous persona, I gained some unwanted and very dangerous attention by posting on the boards (my posts were, for the most part, just ads on my regional board).  

eally? Can you try to PM my alias?

I just received your message, also received another message from another friends.  Thank you!  Never thought using alias can be offensive to other people.