maycocksean
Rock n' Roll Doggie Band-aid
So only downside to GA is if you physically can't do it. And I vote for the don't worry about waiting all day approach, just show up 10 minutes before show and enjoy it. Cheaper. Easier. More fun. Better crowd on floor and when the fight breaks out, you just move a few inches to the left or right.
This was my experience. I had GA the first 360 show at Soldier Field in Chicago in 2009 and showed up after the opening act was done. I just walked on the field and had a great view.
Having seen U2 three times in stadiums, and 3 times in arenas, I have to say I prefer them in arenas. That's when it's worth it to wait in line and get up close.