We don't allow links to torrent files, rapidshare downloads, NZB files or anything that could be considered a "direct" download (yes I know that torrent files don't actually contain any "real" data, but the copyright police would not see it that way). I would argue that hosting an open forum facilitating the trading of unauthorized DVD copies is more risky than allowing mention of a torrent site or newsgroup name.

I'm certainly against the idea of having "private" or "preferential" sections of the forum.

While it's true that we don't like to see people start new topics or post their trade lists in the fan edit or memorabilia forums, there's no rule in place that prohibits users from mentioning an interest in trading and their contact information. In fact, if you look around you will find several members who have forum signatures to this effect.