Yeah, I was aware that row 17 seats do not recline. My wife and I are in 18H and 18K. Had to pay $50 for each seat each way but that is cheap IMO when you look at how much more legroom you get. Symmetre, glad to hear you had enough room. I'm 6'3 so this seat is ideal for us tall blokes. Did you notice it to be much colder in this seat?