Hmmm...I was slowly scrolling my way down the thread, reading the posts and thinking to myself "It's about time for one of those cat pictures" when I came upon the short vid of Big Red enjoying the latest issue of Sensible Chuckle.
As for Thor, I say let him stay - he is not the most egregious violator of the solicitation clause, though I'll grant he is a rabid defender of his product. Just to be clear Thor, I'm a fan.
Also, I'm glad that I read those linked threads - I'll be sure to look for a "stomp" label on my pedals.