you're right. you are anal.
if you don't know the specific rules (and you are assuming the security guard will know), why not just test it out? if you have elite status i don't think they will bust your chops. and, if they do, they will explain the relevant rules for your next visit and you will just have to go to the other line. am i way off base?
when in doubt, i always error on the side that will provide me with the best service. why error on the other side? if you are wrong, the authority will explain why for next time. no harm, no foul.
[This message has been edited by fly co to see the yanks (edited 02-11-2002).]