Tanktalus,
Yuk - I hate it. Why do I have to do anything to revert back to the old style? Why can't it be like the Re: Recent changes to the color schemes (plans) where it was removed as a default from the themes and those that wanted it could add it back using CSS. Seriously, it would be nice to have plain vanilla settings and a site doc whitepaper on customizing your personal experience. That way all the neat doodads would be summarized in a single place and people could pick and choose what works for them.