I personally don't have a problem with seat saving, and I am one who doesn't usually get there in time to save the best seats. My only concern is don't save more than you need. Actually I like the idea of getting there early marking your spot, then go fire up the grill and enjoy a few beers and watch the cars and people come in. At least in my case, the idea of some "tailgating" helps sell the deal to some new comers. I have to disagree however that ticket prices don't play a factor. How can you charge adult prices for someone not old enough to drive themselves to the track. In my case at anyway, cost is always a consideration