I initially thought they'll just extend the Max level from 50 to 80. Didn't know they will use the existing points to move the players to the new level system. My bag is full and can't spin new Pokestop for a few weeks at least. Also, I couldn't seem to find my original shirt.
Leaving the level requirements as the only barrier. AND I assume was the reason they did this silly update in the first place. I was a lvl48 but technically 49 barriered by the level requirements which involved having to meet more people IRL. Can't be the only introvert in the world stuck there at the time.
Also just kept catching Pokémon with berries + attempted to take down the nearby gym to get rid of stuff in the inventory. But still ended up discarding about 700 Pokeballs, just so I could spin stops again today lol
anondrogynous: I am being diligent in using the entire ball surplus to mow down the level requirements. But have to sacrifice streaks like pokestops and use my auto catcher less in the meantime.