I'm fine with gender-locked gear. Admittedly though, it would be nice to have more of a balance. Right now the scales are tipped heavily towards females, and there aren't enough male-specific items to counter with. I feel if there was more of a balance in that area, people would have far fewer complaints regarding the system as a whole. Well, besides the select few who just want to see a Roegadyn in a bridesmaid dress... *shudder*