Looks good! I would cut some topics until you get enough members, otherwise it will make your forum look inactive. BTW, great adsense placement!
I agree with the others -maybe cut some of the topics for now so it doesn't look as empty. Either way, I've registered as well. I like the simplicity & color scheme of the forum.
Lot more sections on index page , may be you can make them sub-forums , just a suggestion though. The design needs to be improved. It looks pale and bland. But good luck , regards
The reduced number of topics looks better. Also, on topic nobody else will bring up, when you use forum posters, son't juthave them post threads. Instruct them to post in threads too as regular comments to show that conversation, debate, and advice is being presented at your forum. People will not want to post if they see nobody else is responding to others. Just a tip!