Would you do GA again?

[zuropa_fit]

I did GA for the last tour, didn't get into the ellipse but also didn't wait more than 8 hours in line. Both times I was one "layer" back just outside the ellipse and LOVED it. I will def. do GA again for at least one show next tour. This time I"ll be taking my son (he'll be 5 next spring ) so I'll have to get seats for at least that show. And it will be nice to be able to pee.

As far as waiting in line by myself, I didn't mind. I made friends with the two girls behind me and we chatted most of the time, and even stood together and 'hung out' for the whole show.

I'm also looking forward to meeting some Interferers this time 'round and I like the idea of having seats so we can hang out before. But I'm sure there'll be some Blue Crackers in the GA line too!

[elevated_u2_fan]

Originally Posted by gvox I felt that way too at Toronto 1 however it was more due to a certain person who we discussed in the Bar, elfa. But I've heard others say the same thing, that the first night everyone was on edge and the other nights people were in better spirits..did you attend any of the other nights?

I went to the next night and had a better time - it's a shame though that the setlist for the first night was better.

[mandy1973]

Absolutely I would. Last tour I got right by the B stage, and it was just incredible. I've done GA for 3 tours now, as well as seated for one show last tour. The GA wins hands down everytime. I'll keep on doing GA til I'm old and grey and my knees won't hold me up anymore

[dabiggestu2fan]

Hell no! I will never do GA again. In Popmart and Elevation I got a seat and got to see the whole show, lights, band etc etc, on the Vertigo tour I paid the membership to get my GA tickets then waited in line for like 6 hours, didn't get into the elipse and was stock behind 3 rows of people of which the guy directly in front of me on the first row kept holding up a sign when BONO got close and thus I missed most of it cos his f_cking sign was so big and I had a guy and a girl beside me who were drunk and spelt beer all over me. HELL no never again in my life will i do GA!!!

[corianderstem]

I haven't had any bad GA experiences (Vancouver was close, but it was just bad compared to the others, not a hellish experience), but I'm torn.

On the one hand, yeah - the floor is the place to be. On the other hand, it's such a huge pain in the ass. Part of it is that I get wound pretty tight about all those unknowns, and a tense corianderstem isn't a fun corianderstem to be around. I'm too much of a control freak.

I'll be very happy if they find a better way of doing the heart/ellipse or whatever. Not everyone will be happy with whatever they come up with, but what can you do?

If I had the chance to see a stadium show, you could not pay me enough money to do GA. That's just way too many people. I watched the GA crowd in the 3D movie and just the thought of being in that mass of humanity made me want to go hide under my bed.

[kafrun]

GA is worth the hours in line, sleeping on the sidewalk, elbows in the rib, standing all day, waiting to pee, ending up behind the tall guy, holding onto the rail for dear life, etc. etc. etc. Nothing beats the atmosphere and the eventual payoff. I've had the best time in GA, whether I was way at the back by the soundboard or right on the rail. The one time I had seats was ok, but it doesn't compare. Best times ever!

[kafrun]

Originally Posted by corianderstem If I had the chance to see a stadium show, you could not pay me enough money to do GA. That's just way too many people. I watched the GA crowd in the 3D movie and just the thought of being in that mass of humanity made me want to go hide under my bed.

The amount of people at a stadium show makes no difference if you're right up front, but then of course you have to sacrifice all day being in line to secure that spot. I personally had a lot of fun in the Hawaii line but I'm sure not everyone would want to do that.

I wouldn't do stadium GA if I was further back though

[BEVERLY56]

Absolutelyfreakinpositively! Although hopefully they will come around me during the warm weather this time! For those who haven't done it, its an experience not to be missed.

[doctorwho]

Originally Posted by Sicy Either way is fine with me. Just being there is good enough for me

This is a healthy attitude - but eh. I don't go to as many concerts as most (that said, I did see Vertigo a whopping 7 times!) and prefer to attend fewer shows with better seats than many shows with any old seat.

[last unicorn]

Absolutely! GA is the reason why I want to go to shows. When you're in front of the stage, it doesn't matter if there are 4.000 or 40.000 people behind and around you. Only being stuck in the middle of the crowd sucks, then I prefer seats.

[Lila64]

Maybe they should perform in the round. Then plenty of spots on the floor will have great views, and there won't be anyone stuck behind the stage, and it's generally a great view for all. I saw Peter Gabriel in the round several years ago. Here's a clip from a show on that tour (I think)

YouTube - Peter Gabriel - In Your Eyes (Live)

[dsmith2904]

Originally Posted by martha Every other time I've seen U2 (with one other exception), I've had a seat. I was able to see, to stand, to dance, to rest, to pee and still have my seat. I'll take one of the seats y'all don't want.

I totally agree. I like having my own designated area where I can have all my stuff, my drink, whatever and move around if I want to without getting lost. I did GA for my last Vertigo show just for the experience (I was lucky enough to see the show pretty much for all angles during the course of the tour) and learned that I definitely prefer seats.

[mads]

For me, GA is the only way to go. I've done it both ways, and seats just don't compare.

GA is only worth it if you put in the time, though. I would imagine that being several rows back, stuck in the middle of a sea of people would be an awful experience. Waiting 15-20 hours and getting on the rail (or close to it) is something entirely different. To me, it's worth it. By the time the band comes out, I tend to forget that my feet are killing me and I'm hungry and I have to pee. The energy on the floor is intense, and I love it.

I figure if I can't get a GA for face, I'd rather pay a ridiculous markup for it than spend the same amount on a good seat.

[Iskra]

In a heartbeat.
I never paid more than face for the last 2 tours which altogether was about 15 shows in the heart/ellipse.
Money well spent.

[arw]

I like both so either would be fine. I've only done 1 GA and had a great time. I'd love to do it again