I'm not sure that I understand the "TREADS" screen that starts the site as with 1000 members no entry will be seen for more than minutes -- currently about 40 when site is active as it is this morning ... Maybe most active Threads or latest Thead for each each Category along with your fixed Thread might be more useful .. but then just a suggestion!!
WhyNot
BTW it might be useful to turn on the pictures for those not logged in .. also keep browsers for becoming members if they are not going to contribute ...