When I spoke to the guy at the bookstore when I purchased my tickets, he was surprised I was coming up from MD. He mentioned that someone was coming from NC as well, shame its just to sell and not value the experience. It is impossible to stop this kind of thing, and honestly it only bothers me because it takes the experience away from a true fan.
I have to disagree with you regarding the selling of extra signed books in the secondary market. This benefits us, who can't travel but want a book. If I could get there, I would; but I can't, so the only way I can get a book is via the secondary market. I am a true fan.
John