I think the name of the thread is perfect.
The BOA Guide to Real Hard Techno.

With so many different personalities and people here, we were bound to get the ball rolling and kick off a discussion as to what defines or doesn't.
I think it's healthy to discuss and even disagree at times.
I don't think it's healthy to criticise people who are passionate about their stances. Healthy discussion and brainstorming never hurts. In fact this thread has just about inspired me to start a new label strictly for Hard Techno.