You bring up a valid point.I was in middle school at the height of their popularity and I get why people lose their shit over these dudes touring again. I mean most people aren't going to see these dudes for irony's sake they are going to capture a bit of their youth. Let's be honest: It's really no different than going to see Pavement if that's what you grew up with.
On a side note, I saw Pavement this year and they were SO. FUCKING. BORING.