I've got half way decent abs, but more of a 4 pack then a 6 pack. I still need to lose a bit of lower abdomenl fat (total fucking pain in the ass). If I can lose about another half inch, I should be totally set for summer.
Even when I bulk, I try and make sure I can still see them, even if its just barely. I think its pointless working out for years without being cut at least some of the time. I know people at my gym that NEVER bother cutting, and remain bulky year round. Whats the point of lifting if you keep your muscles hidden under alll that fat?
I was bulky for a long time, but I didn't get girls really noticing until I went for the ripped look.