Only just now did I click on UserCP and find out that I can track reputation points and finally set my gender. ......I'm actually impressed by my ignorance. Did the rest of you realize it's location straightaway?
Not immediately, but I was directed to it within my first few weeks on the site. Although I would agree with you, it isn't ideally placed (and it isn't obvious that the CP stands for Control Pannel).
I went there before to alter my signature and then forgot about it. I didn't realize that there are quite a lot of other options that occur there (for example, gender and reputation) And yes, I think it would be more ideal to be like, say, next to the username at the top right corner?
I only discovered its purpose within the last month too - though if you know where to look all becomes evident.
Don't believe it took me all that long to recognize it when I did. Though I do believe it more attention could be drawn to it. Also, it could be sorted to give you better access to things.
Perhaps a reposition if not too hard is possible. Besude Log out or something Pm Daniel about your suggestion