Originally Posted by
Stoughton
No, I haven't but the things it offers (room, service, etc) aren't the factors that make me hate flying. Until they find a way to get me overseas in an hour, I'm gonna hate flying

That's key here. I used to be on the same boat and could not possibly justify the extra cost for business class.... till I tried it. So my advice to you is to never ever try C or F and you will save money and headaches trying to figure out ways to fly "up front" on the cheap!
C and F are like any other luxury: totally unnecessary until you try them and get hooked.