I have very long legs and when I am relegated to coach it is very painful to have someone recline into me.

A few suggestions that have been made are not always possible. It was suggested if you have long legs just use miles/certs whatever and upgrade. There are only so many upgrade seats available so this is not always possible. It was also suggested to have the seats around you blocked. This only works when reserving. Once it is in the gates hands they can issue boarding passes for any seat they want. Some gate agents may try and issue blocked seats last but does not always work.

So to all of you who say they'll recline no matter what, be prepared to have my knees putting dents in your back and moving around. I have as much right to be as comfortable as coach allows as you do. It is not my fault I have long legs.