Well I certainly wouldn't count maxcoin as down & out of the race. Startcoin may of had a head start but its use case is completely different than that of maxcoin which is nestling into the precious metals markets. However everyone should keep in mind that THEY too can help out, indeed everyone can help out and in turn help their own investment out. Whether that be from organising and developing infrastructure if you have the skills, spreading the word of maxcoin, or just a simple donation to ongoing bounties (bounty.maxcoin.co.uk). Their is a way for everyone to help out and I encourage everyone to do so and not leave it solely in the hands of current devs. Still, im enjoying these cheep prices for now...