Originally Posted by
jwbbx
When you're 6'3" and the seat pitch is 31", there are not many options regarding that precious space - that room under the seat in front of me is where my FEET have to go. Restricting that space actually makes me have to put my feet behind my knees, which means sitting in a position where my heel does not quite hit the floor. This is REALLY uncomfortable after a short time, and results in a very cramped ankle and toes. It's just an un-natural position.
I personally disagree here, as I am 6'4" with long legs and 13 inch long feet and I have never had problems in transcons or even in TATL's in cramped Y. Yes, it is not extremely comfortable, but you can always push your personal item to the side of the under seat storage so that you can have room for your feet. I realize that this isn't possible with most carry-ons, but I've never had problems with a medium-large backpack. I'd say now that I'm lucky because I have E+ and Exit Rows, so I don't have this problem any more, but I think that many people make a much bigger deal out of leg length than is valid.
That all being said, I personally take great exception to people who put their personal items overhead (unless they are in a bulkhead or an exit row with no storage) since it clogs up the overhead bins and delays the boarding process. Its simply a selfish thing to do.
