You sticking it to the man cost you a fair bit of time and convenience. Reminds me of the guy that tore up a bonus check to stick it to a previous employer. It’s not sticking it to someone if you’re the only one that is inconvenienced by it.
There isn’t anything dumb about what he’s doing. I think it’s a little odd to come on here and brag about it as much as he does but he’s obviously entertained so no big deal.