I've found that searching for a subreddit related to whatever hobby is a fine way to go. People are showing off their creations & results and chatting about rec

I've found that searching for a subreddit related to whatever hobby is a fine way to go. People are showing off their creations & results and chatting about recommendations for equipment & techniques. The "front door" of the Web has become the gift shop. It's time to find another way in :-)