hmm, don't hate me for this, but i think older avatar was better. only thing that matters to my eye is that ninja-thing. somehow, i just dont quite like it. But, that signature reflects avatar well, and if that's more your personality than general thade, it makes a lot sense. thade was indeed old grumpy aggressive....ape? how does that reflect you better than your new avatar?
but i don't know you that well.
that was weird writing, so just to clarify, i think however that new-you is better!