I was on POF and only had positive experiences, probably dated about 40 women on there, my wife being the last one. We have a great relationship and two wonderful kids. I never dated anyone so perfect for me.
The other ladies where also pretty good. But I learned to avoid the ones with their longest relationship being 1 year or less and in their 30s. Unless they are Doctors or Engineers, no excuse for having such short relationships.
They also happen to be very attractive with major daddy issues. They usually have a line like "are there any good men left", "will a man restore my faith in men", etc. Daddy broke them and only he can undo the damage.
Also, I met my first wife on Lava life, its something else now. We had 3 kids together and we are still best of friends.
I recommend online dating over bar pick ups.
But take the time to read the profiles and analyze what people write. They tell you so much about their real selves, without them knowing.
Most importantly dont take things personally, and you have to be an Alfa male. Fake it to you make...
Do a search for how to be a badass.