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People want to board early because there’s never enough overhead bin space on a full flight

Then the real problem that ought to be solved is too many people boarding with too many large bags.

The size of some 'carry-on' baggage of late is getting comical - I've seen some as large as my checked baggage. And then some airlines allow an additional 'personal item' (laptop bag, handbag, etc) as well as the larger carry-on. Add to this an unwillingness to place anything under the seat in front (presumably to safeguard their limited legroom), and you're left struggling to find a place for your modest bag if you board last.

It's just selfishness, pure and simple, and it won't be stopped until the airlines enforce sensible limits.

PSA: Traveling with a weekender style of bag (or a backpack) makes using one’s own legroom so much easier. And thus removes the need to board early.

My ideal boarding experience is to be the last one entering the plane. Which makes sense as I also try to cut my total time at the airport to a minimum. So far it has worked out.

Tragedy of the commons, essentially.

Ah, that makes sense. I guess the flights I’m on that simply is not an issue, at worst one has to use those not directly above one's seat.

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